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The Property Nerds

Join Arjun Paliwal, Australia’s leading property investment researcher, on The Property Nerds podcast. Mr Paliwal unpacks the most crucial real estate data and takes a deep dive into Australia’s hot and cold property markets, latest headlines and trends.

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Investor Strategy 22 OCT 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Mastering the financial game behind property investment

With negative gearing and capital gains tax reform once again making headlines, how can investors develop a bespoke...

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Investor Strategy 08 OCT 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: 3 finance strategies for building a strong portfolio

Few property investors are making purchases in cash. For the majority, building a property portfolio relies on playing...

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Investor Strategy 24 SEP 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Where interest rate cuts will deliver the best bang for buck

Whatever the timing, interest rates will come down. When they do, the market impacts won’t necessarily be evenly...

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Investor Strategy 10 SEP 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Busting the myths about property investing

There are a lot of common perceptions about buying property in Australia, and they don’t all hold true.

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Investor Strategy 27 AUG 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: When investing sounds too good to be true

From passive income to infinite rental growth, the property investment space is full of grand promises – but the...

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Investor Strategy 13 AUG 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: What does due diligence really mean?

It always pays to do extra checks.

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Investor Strategy 23 JUL 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Is Australia in a housing bubble?

With property prices climbing high, many investors worry the nation’s housing market may crumble overnight. Are these...

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Investor Strategy 09 JUL 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: What’s the deal with Australia’s rental market?

Rental rates are surging across the country, and some regions are tipped to see higher growth than others.

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Investor Strategy 25 JUN 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Unpacking the media-market cycle

Does the market determine the news or can news impact the market?

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Investor Strategy 11 JUN 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Acquire, optimise, and consolidate

While pursuing an aggressive strategy of building wealth, it’s important not to lose sight of the important things in...

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Investor Strategy 28 MAY 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: The lowdown on market cycles

Whether you’re in an early adopter market or a second wind market, knowing which stage you’re at is vital for...

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Investor Strategy 14 MAY 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Uncovering Qld’s investment potential

When it comes to affordability as well as choice, one state is leading the way.

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Investor Strategy 23 APR 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Is SMSF investing right for you?

For maxed-out property investors who are struggling to get a loan, investing in an SMSF can provide you with a second...

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Investor Strategy 09 APR 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Australia’s population is ageing, and it’s impacting property

People are living longer than ever, which is good news, but housing may not be keeping up with the change.

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Investor Strategy 26 MAR 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Is your finance up to scratch?

With the Reserve Bank of Australia still holding firm to the 4.35 per cent cash rate, getting your finance right is...

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Investor Strategy 12 MAR 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Becoming an auction whizz

Australia’s top auctioneer shares insider tips for blitzing the big day.

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Investor Strategy 27 FEB 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Australia’s 10 economic powerhouses

Interest rates may be at a standstill, but that hasn’t stopped 10 Australian cities from reaching new heights.

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Investor Strategy 30 JAN 2024

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Amping up the output

Change is afoot for The Property Nerds and the Australian market alike.

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Investor Strategy 15 DEC 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: A wrap on 2023 and an eye to what’s trending for 2024

The end of the year may be just around the corner, but The Property Nerds are back in full force, just in time for the...

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Investor Strategy 17 NOV 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Facing supply shortages

The country is facing a severe housing supply crunch, and investors are needed to contribute to fixing the issue.

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Investor Strategy 20 OCT 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: The macro drivers that shape the state of Australian property

You may be fixated on the latest developments in your local property market, but a look at the macro data could clear...

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Investor Strategy 15 SEP 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Core housing fundamentals and common mistakes

Is there a positive or negative outlook for Australia’s housing market?

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Investor Strategy 11 AUG 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Designing a portfolio to deliver your ideal lifestyle

Long-term planning is an important step, albeit one many might miss at the outset of their investment journey.

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Investor Strategy 21 JUL 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: 5 new rules for investing in a high-interest rate environment

With the country’s interest rate at an 11-year high, what are the new rules for playing the property investment...

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Finance 23 JUN 2023

THE PROPERTY NERDS: Finding your feet in the refinance boom

You may be waiting to see how mortgage rates shake out to make any big portfolio changes, but that doesn’t mean you...