Rewarding Property Decisions with Jarrod McCabe of Wakelin Property Advisory
Investing in property makes sense, investing in the right property takes knowledge. Welcome to the Rewarding Property Decisions podcast. Join me, Jarrod McCabe of Wakelin Property Advisory, for expert insights into the fundamentals, trends and opportunities to help you create long term wealth through smart property decisions.
Episodes
Managing your property investment for the first time can be daunting, and be layered with pitfalls
We uncover 6 frequent missteps that investors make when managing their property.
- Are you chasing too much rent and risking costly vacancies?
- What happens if you fall behind on market rent adjustments?
- Could long-term leases limit your flexibili...
Join Jarrod as he explores which additions are worth the cost, from both an investor and owner-occupier perspective.
- Are swimming pools worth the investment?
- Do granny flats or studios add more value?
- What’s the impact of adding a garage or dedicated parking space?
- Should you consider an outdoor entertaining area? ...
Jarrod is joined by Brenton Potter, Wakelin’s Manager of Property Advisory, to answer the most frequently asked client questions.
In this episode, we'll explore:
- How long should I expect it to take for you to find me a property?
- Bricks versus weatherboard, what's the better option?
- When buying an apartment, is there a preference for a partic...
For many Australians, property investment is a major financial decision that often brings significant stress. In this episode, we unpack the mental and practical challenges investors face and provide strategies to overcome them with confidence.
In this episode, we'll explore:
- How mindset can impact your investment decisions
- Overcoming the Fear of Better Options (FOBO)
Poor growth over the past two to three years, a decline in investor activity, and limited buyer numbers has seen popular sentiment on Melbourne’s property market sour in recent times. But is this negativity warranted? We take a deep dive into the factors impacting Melbourne real estate and explore why now might be the perfect time to buy.
In this episode, we'll explore:
- Why Melbourne is lagging behi...
Jarrod discusses how to approach going from one property to two (or more) using the ‘Why, When, How, Where, and What’ framework.
In this episode, we’ll explore:
- Why expanding your portfolio is a strategic move for long-term wealth building
- When the right time is to consider a second property based on market conditions and personal circumstances
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Jarrod explores the extensive infrastructure developments occurring across Victoria under the ‘Big Build’ initiative. Join us as we discuss:
- The transformative impact of new transport links like the Metro Tunnel and West Gate Tunnel
- How healthcare and educational expansions could boost local property markets
- The dual-edged nature of developme...
With Melbourne’s Spring selling season approaching, and supply and activity picking up, it provides a valuable time to gauge how the market is tracking. And what it signals for the city’s upcoming auction season.
Jarrod explores some key insights and trends that are set to shape Melbourne’s Spring selling season.
- Rising Auction Numbers
- Impact on Property Values
We are well and truly heading towards the Spring auction market for 2024.
So, who better to provide some insider insights, than a third-generation auctioneer, Director of Marshall White, Port Phillip, Kaine Lanyon.
For more than 25 years Kaine has witnessed buyers try many tactics to win at auction. He know what works and what doesn't. How to edge above the competition or knock yourself out with a losing strategy.
Jarrod and Kain...
With Melbourne property prices remaining subdued, the gap between rental costs and mortgage repayments has narrowed, which means first-time buyers, particularly renters, are finding homeownership more attractive and attainable.
This shift is leading to an unusual trend: renters are increasingly able to purchase their rented properties from their rental providers.
Historically, while common to express interest, such transactions ra...
The property investment landscape is overflowing with opinions and commentary, some helpful, some a distraction and some downright misleading. At Rewarding Property Decisions, our mission is to cut through the noise and empower you with the knowledge you need to make truly rewarding property choices.
As we often say, “Investing in property makes sense, investing in the right property takes knowledge." And that's where we come in. W...
Beyond the well known municipal and lifestyle features that deservedly make Melbourne one of the world’s most livable cities, lie the hidden suburban gems and insider secrets that only locals know about.
We’re not talking about the well known suburb draw cards, like Edinburgh Gardens, Albert Park Lake or Lygon Street.
We're looking at the places that don’t typically make the tourist maps and ‘what’s hot lists.’
Jarrod takes a jour...
As the cost of living crisis continues to squeeze Victorians, many are seeking affordable housing and lifestyle alternatives in regional areas.
As a former country boy, it got Jarrod thinking - could the regional migration initially sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic be experiencing a second wave, this time caused by the cost of living crisis, and should investors take note?
Like other major cities around the world, Melbourne has undergone significant gentrification of once undesirable, working class suburbs.
But how has the city’s gentrification process taken shape over the decades, and what are the dynamics to consider as we look to the future?
Jarrod explores several key factors that drive Melbourne’s gentrification process, and understanding these can be crucial when deciding which suburbs to inv...
Buying a property is a massive decision. It doesn't matter whether it's your first home, fifth or sixth investment property. The decision needs to be grounded in research and backed up by tangible evidence to ensure you’re putting your best foot forward.
Jarrod McCabe looks at the key research steps you need to take before you launch into the buying process.
As winter approaches, the property market tends to slow down. But that doesn't mean you should, if you’re looking to buy.
Jarrod looks at the key mistakes to avoid this winter. The best opportunities aren't tied to the season, but to your readiness to act.
Each generation’s economic and social experience is different, and goes a long way to shaping their property investment journey.
However, most agree their first property purchase was the hardest. This is especially true now, given the rapid price rises in recent years.
So is there still an appetite amongst the younger generation – ‘Gen Z’ – to enter the market.
To explore this Jarrod enlisted the expertise of Mark McCrindle, Demog...
Technology advancements have transformed the real estate sector over the past quarter-century.
While there is no doubt new technology has provided greater information, access, and convenience for both buyers and sellers, there are also areas of risk and concern.
Jarrod explores the key technological shifts across the local property market over the last 25 years, and how you can leverage them to aid your investment performance, wh...
Interest rates tempered the Melbourne property market in 2023, but the anticipated easing of rates later this year could revive buyer confidence and spark increased market activity and competition.
Stuart Wemyss, Director at ProSolution Private Clients provided valuable insights to The Wakelin Property Report as one of its expert contributors.
He joined Jarrod to discuss the influence of interest rates on the property market and fa...
Melbourne’s surging rental market is just one of the five pivotal factors poised to shape property investment in 2024. These insights are explored in this year’s Wakelin Property Report, offering strategic keys to leverage each trend for successful investment outcomes.
Rebecca Berry, Partner and Head of Property Management at Belle Property St Kilda & Brighton, lends her knowledge to the report as one of its expert contributors...
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