Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
Episodes
Why Your Property Manager Should Be Your Most Valuable Wealth Partner | Leanne Jopson
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most property investors think they're saving money by choosing a cheaper property manager. But what if that decision is quietly costing them ten...
The Tax Questions Property Investors Ask Most, Answered by Ken Raiss
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone wants to pay less tax. But the real question isn't just how to save tax this year. It's about how to structure your wealth so you can g...
The Property Strategy Most Investors Ignore (Financial Buffers Explained) | Brett Warren
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most property investors think success comes down to buying the right property at the right price. But the truth is… the real difference betwee...
Why Some Property Markets Boom While Others Stall - The Hidden Force in Property Investing | Simon Kuestenmacher
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably noticed that some property markets surge ahead while others seem to tread water… even when the broader economic conditions are the ...
Why Smart Property Investors Guard Their Time Like Gold | Louise Bedford
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine you were able to transform your relationship with time so that you had more balance, were better organized and focused so that you were able t...
The Population Ponzi Property Investors Must Understand
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia doesn't just have a housing problem. We have a city problem. And it's about to get a lot worse, according to my guest today, Ross Elliott. ...
Why Are Property Prices STILL Rising? (No One Expected This) | Dr Andrew Wilson
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling uncertain about what's really going on in the property market right now… you're not alone. Because the biggest challenge fac...
Why Successful Property Investors Play the Long Game with Ken Raiss
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably noticed your social media feed is full of new "property experts." Twenty-somethings showing off cars, watches, and "instant success" ...
What the Top 1% of Property Investors Do Differently | Brett Warren
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the biggest reason you'll never build a $50 million property portfolio has nothing to do with money? What if it's not your income, your bor...
The Two-Speed Property Market of 2026 Explained | Stuart Wemyss
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Some properties will deliver exceptional growth over the next few years, while others will barely move in value. And the frustrating part is they c...
The Strategic Way to Build Wealth Through Property | Brett Warren
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most property investors don't have a strategy. They think they do. But buying a property is not a strategy. Renovating is not a strategy. C...
New Data Reveals Where Property Is Heading in 2026 | Dr Nicola Powell
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is 2026 the year Australia's housing market splits in two? We've had another interest rate rise. There's talk of tax reform. Global political insta...
20 Years of Property Investment Lessons from Wealth Retreat | Brett Warren
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed that some investors seem to move forward every year, while others stay stuck, despite reading the same books and listening to th...
The Capital Gains Tax Debate: What Property Investors Must Know, with Ken Raiss
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the next big housing reform doesn't fix housing affordability at all? What if it doesn't lower property prices, doesn't deliver much extr...
Are Property Investors Really Greedy… or Just an Easy Scapegoat? With Brett Warren
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every time rents rise, affordability worsens, or housing shortages make headlines, one group is dragged into the spotlight. Property investors. ...
Property Market Update – Where Prices Are Rising the Fastest | Dr Andrew Wilson
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Interest rates are rising again. Inflation isn't backing off. Sydney and Melbourne's property markets are a little wobbly. And yet… Nati...
The Property Rules Have Changed Again – How to Win in 2026 | Brett Warren
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The property rules have changed… again. What worked five years ago won't work the same way in 2026. The winners won't be the loudest, the fastest...
Why Inflation Isn't Dying - And What the RBA Will Do Next that property investors must understand. Ken Raiss
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Inflation has eased… except where it hasn't. Interest rates were meant to be heading down… until they weren't. And suddenly everyone's blaming gov...
The Silent Shift Reshaping Australia's Property Market | Simon Kuestenmacher
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that one of the most significant demographic shifts shaping our cities, our housing markets, and even our social lives over the nex...
The 5 Step Process That Rewires Your Brain for Wealth | Tom Corley
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the biggest obstacle between you and the life you want isn't the market, the economy or your upbringing... but your programming? What if yo...
Property Investing: 20 Years Later: What Still Works (and What Doesn't) with Ken Raiss
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today Ken Raiss and I reflect on the evolution of property investment over the past two decades, discussing significant changes in demographics, mark...
Why Home Ownership Is Falling – And What It Means for Australia's Property Future | Simon Kuestenmacher
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Simon Kuestenmacher and I examine the evolving landscape of home ownership in Australia. For generations, owning a home has been at the he...
Why This Rate Rise Is Creating a Window of Opportunity for Property Investors
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At its first meeting for 2026, the Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to 3.85%, as most economists expected. That move officially ends the shorte...
Why Most Australians Never Build Real Wealth – And How To Get Ahead
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today's show is going to hit close to home for a lot of Australians. Because despite living in one of the richest countries on the planet, the ...
How Can Property Prices Keep Rising When So Many Australians Can't Afford to Buy?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever looked at today's property prices and wondered, How is this even possible? How can values keep climbing when interest rates are still ...
Forget Population Growth – This Is What Really Drives Property Prices | Stuart Wemyss
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you could see one number that reliably predicts where property prices are heading next, would you want to know what it is? Well, today, you're a...
Why Brisbane Might Not Be the Best Place to Invest in Property Right Now, with Brett Warren
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everywhere you look, people are talking about the Brisbane property market. The Olympics are coming, property prices have surged, and there's thi...
25 property investment lessons from 2025 you don't want to forget | Brett Warren
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the biggest lessons that will shape property investing in 2026 have already happened, and we just need to stop long enough to notice them? ...
How Your Wealth Really Stacks Up Against Your Generation | Simon Kuestenmacher
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're just starting out, deep in your wealth-building years, or nearing retirement, it's only natural to wonder: "How do I stack up compared ...
2025 Surprised Property Investors - Will 2026 Be Worse or Better? Dr Andrew Wilson
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At the end of 2025, Australian property investors were hearing two very different stories. On the one hand, we've seen strong price growth across m...
The RBA's Tightrope: What It Means for 2026 & What it means for Property Investors | Ken Raiss
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today Ken Raiss and I zoom out from the noise, unpack what's really going on beneath the surface, and help you make sense of the shifting forces shap...
The Property Scorecard for 2025 - Who Won, Who Lost, Who Missed Out | Dr. Andrew Wilson
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past year we've been told affordability would cap prices, that demand would fade, that higher costs of living would finally slow housing down...
Property Investors: These are some things that never change in a world that never stops changing
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The world's changing faster than ever, isn't it? Technology, AI, shifting markets, changing values – sometimes it feels like we can't keep up. ...
Living Off Your Property Portfolio – The Investor's End Game, with Brett Warren
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most property investors dream of financial freedom… but how do you actually live off your portfolio when the time comes? In today's show, Brett W...
Why property investors shouldn't trust the last 5 years of price data | Stuart Wemyss
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been watching property prices over the past few years, you've probably noticed some strange trends – massive price rises, unpredictable s...
Money Secrets From Rich Dad Poor Dad that all Property Investors Must Know, with Brett Warren
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people spend their lives working for money… but what if your money could work for you instead? In today's show, Brett Warren, national Direc...
Domain's Bold Property Forecasts for 2026 - with Dr. Nicola Powell
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At this time every year we get flooded with predictions about what's next for Australia's housing markets. Some of them are useful… a lot of them ar...
The Truth About Holiday Homes as a Property Investment: Brett Warren Exposes the Real Numbers
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know how every summer Australians wander down to the beach, breathe in the salty air, have a few too many wines, and suddenly convince themselves...
Brace Yourself: Warning Signs for Property Investors: Lending Tightens, Rates Shift & Taxes Rise | Ken Raiss
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Big Picture Podcast, we step back from the headlines and look at what's really going on beneath the surface in our economy, our proper...
Property Prices Accelerate in November | Dr. Andrew Wilson
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed how the Australian property market keeps defying the pessimists? Every time someone says prices have to fall, the market seems to tap...
Negotiating Your Next Property Deal? Here's What Most Investors Get Wrong (Brett Warren interviewing Michael Yardney)
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Negotiating is a part of living; we do it all the time. When you walk down a crowded street, you negotiate the path you take. A couple negotiate...
How to Manufacture Your Own Luck in Property Investing
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever looked at a successful property investor and thought – they just got lucky? They bought at the right time, in the right suburb, and ev...
The Hidden Marketing Tricks That Make You Say Yes to Debt. With John Dinsmore
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Debt is a word that makes most people nervous. We think of it as a burden, something to avoid at all costs. But what if we've been looking at it the w...
Robert Kiyosaki Was Right – And Most Investors Still Don't Get It. With Mark Creedon
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I want to show you how you can move from working for money to making money work for you and I'll use Robert Kiyosaki's Cashflow Quadrant as your...
5 Questions Property Investors Keep Asking Their Property Manager – With Leanne Jopson
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about selling your investment property? Wondering if leases still protect you these days? Or maybe you've heard AI and inspection managers ar...
Beyond the Will: Smart Strategies to Gift Wealth to Your Grandchildren with Ken Raiss
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show, Ken Raiss and I discuss the intricacies of wealth building and legacy planning. We explore the importance of careful planning t...
The Housing Shake-Up That Could Change Everything for Gen Z With Simon Kuestenmacher
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you spend five minutes talking to a Gen Z, you could walk away feeling pretty gloomy. They'll tell you the world is burning, wars are endless, work...
Why Our Politicians Don't Want Housing to Be Affordable | Big Picture Podcast with Ken Raiss
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's be honest — if our politicians really wanted housing to be affordable, it would be by now. They've had decades to fix it. There have been inqu...
Property Prices Accelerate Across Australia in October | Dr. Andrew Wilson
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been wondering whether Australia's housing boom still has legs, or if we've already hit the peak of this cycle, then today's episode will g...
The Right Property Strategy for Every Age and Stage of Life with Brett Warren
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you in your 20s and just starting out, in your 40s and hitting your peak earning years, or in your 50s and wondering how to secure your financial ...
Defeating Your Money Demons: Mark Matson on Mindset, Meaning & Financial Mastery
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like the classic Aussie dream - you know, owning your home, maybe a few investment properties, and creating a secure future for ...
Are Baby Boomers Holding Back the Property Market? With Simon Kuestenmacher
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show, Simon Küstenmacher and I discuss the dynamics of our property markets, with a particular focus on the trend of downsizing among bab...
The Property Investing Shortcut: Stuart Wemyss' 4 Rules That Work
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Stuart Wemyss, a highly respected financial advisor and author who recently distilled everything he's learned about property creat...
Midlife Isn't a Crisis – It's Your Property Investment Opportunity with Louise Bedford
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let me ask you something—are you in your 40s, 50s, or 60s and wondering, "Is this it?" Maybe you're juggling ageing parents, adult kids, and still t...
The Great Australian Dream in Crisis: What the Data Isn't Telling You | With Simon Kuestenmacher
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss a topic that's at the heart of the "Great Australian Dream": homeownership. For over a century, owning your o...
Power Couples in Business & Property: How to Stay Aligned Without Losing Your Relationship | Mark & Caroline Creedon
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever tried running a business—or even building a property portfolio—with your partner, you'll know it can be both incredibly rewarding...
The lower interest rates drove September home prices higher – with Dr. Andrew Wilson
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three rate cuts this year have clearly lit a fire under our property markets. Affordability has improved, confidence is back, and the spring selling s...
Housing Affordability at Breaking Point – Insights with Dr. Nicola Powell
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's housing market is at a crossroads. For first-home buyers, the dream of ownership has never felt further away – with deposits taking more...
Will Interest Rates Ever Fall Again? The Big Picture Podcast with Ken Raiss
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone was banking on another interest rate cut this year – but what if it never comes? In this month' Big Picture Podcast, Ken Raiss and I will u...
What's Michael Yardney's Net Worth? The Answer Will Surprise You with Brett Warren
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, we are going to do something a little different. You see, one of the common questions I get asked is, "Michael, what's your net wo...
Can Property Prices Really Keep Doubling every 10 years? Stuart Wemyss Explains
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that a $1 million property today could be worth $8 million in 30 years? Sounds unbelievable, right? It's the kind of projection tha...
15 Wealth Myths Holding You Back – And How to Break Free with Brett Warren
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why some property investors seem to build multi-million-dollar portfolios while others never get past their first property—or...
You Might Stop Working, But Your Money Shouldn't – Investing Through Retirement with Ken Raiss
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show, Ken Raiss and I discuss the evolving landscape of retirement planning, emphasising that retirement is not an end but a new chapter t...
Suburban Revival: How a New Generation Is Reshaping Australia's Housing Future | With Simon Kuestenmacher
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss the significant shift of millennials from urban living to suburban areas. We highlight how millenni...
Stamp Duty is Holding Australia Back: Dr. Nicola Powell on Why We Need Bold Reform
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's housing market is under pressure from many directions, but one of the most overlooked barriers is stamp duty. Once a relatively modest tra...
Australia's Hottest Winter Property Market in Years – with Dr. Andrew Wilson
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This winter has shaped up as the strongest property market we've seen in a long time, with strong buyer activity and rising confidence cutting through...
Planning Australia's Future: It Starts with Where We Live, with Ross Elliott
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Ross Elli, a respected urban thinker and commentator, and we discuss something most politicians and planners are ignoring: the dan...
Renovate to Elevate: Unlocking Value in Investment Properties with Greg Hankinson
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever looked at a tired old property and thought, "There's potential there," but weren't quite sure what to do with it? Well, today's show cou...
The Housing Time Bomb: Can Australia Keep Up with Its Population Boom? | With Simon Kuestenmacher
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine inviting thousands of people to a party… but forgetting to organise enough food, chairs, or bathrooms. That's essentially what Australia is ...
Who pays the most tax in Australia, Plus Clues Behind The News | Macro Insights with Ken Raiss
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine who really pays tax in Australia, and the results may surprise you. We also share what t...
Regret, Reality, and the Race to Buy: What First Home Buyers Are Really Facing in 2025 With Sarah Megginson
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the Great Australian Dream becomes a financial nightmare? In 2025, buying your first home in Australia has become less of a rite of ...
The Truth About Property Investors the Media Won't Tell You – with Brett Warren
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of noise out there right now — the media, politicians, and even Sunday BBQ conversations seem to revolve around one central villain: t...
Why Property Investors Achieve Financial Freedom — and Most Others Don't – with Brett Warren
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly build wealth through real estate while others spend their entire lives working hard, only...
Property Prices Hit New Highs – Is This the Start of Another Boom? With Dr. Nicola Powell
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed how Australia's property market seems to have roared back to life recently? After a sluggish 2024, Domain's latest House Price Repo...
Property Prices Keep Rising – And There's More to Come – with Dr. Andrew Wilson
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's housing markets just keep marching forward – and the latest numbers are in! Today I'm joined by Dr. Andrew Wilson, Chief Economist of My...
How to Choose the Right Property Ownership Structure – Get it right now or pay later - with Ken Raiss
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Ken Raiss and I are diving into a crucial topic for anyone looking to purchase property in Australia: choosing the right property ownership stru...
Unveiling the Truth: The 9 Big Forces Driving Australia's Property Market in 2025, with Brett Warren
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're interested in property you've probably noticed it's a confusing time out there . Interest rates are falling, but there are mixed message...
Brace Yourself: What's ahead for property and our economy – the clues behind the news | Macro Insights with Ken Raiss
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine the big picture and share our perspective on how this may impact our housing markets in Austra...
Brisbane's $7.1 Billion Secret: The Olympic Boom Investors Can't Afford to Miss – with Brett Warren
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that right now, quietly but powerfully, one of the biggest investment opportunities in Australian property is unfolding in plain si...
Brace Yourself: The Tax Review Could Hit Your Wealth Harder Than You Think | with Ken Raiss
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're now on the brink of what could be the biggest shake-up to the Australian tax system since the GST was introduced back in 2000. Federal Treasurer...
The Shocking Truth About Australia's Gender Wealth Gap - with Sarah Megginson
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, women live longer than men, but retire with far less money. And despite all the progress we've made, Australia's gender wealth gap remains st...
Domain's Bold Property Forecasts for the Year Ahead - with Dr. Nicola Powell
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian property market has been anything but predictable in recent years - booms, corrections, interest rate hikes, and a housing supply crisi...
Rentvesting: Smart Strategy or Just a Trend? With Stuart Wemyss
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard the phrase "rent money is dead money," right? But is it really? As property prices surge and affordability challenges mount—especial...
15 Years of Your Mortgage Goes to the Government — What That Means for Australia's Housing Crisis with Tim Reardon
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that for the first 15 years of your mortgage, you're working mostly for the taxman, not your future wealth? It's a startling claim, but o...
Why Being a Landlord Just Got Harder (and What You Can Do About It) with Leanne Jopson
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a property investor, I have an important question for you… When was the last time you thought seriously about your property manager? If yo...
Boomers Had It Easier and Took All the Good Properties, With Simon Kuestenmacher
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like you're playing a game of property monopoly in Australia, but someone else got to pass "Go" decades before you and now owns ha...
Taxed on Money You Never Made? Why This Super Change Should Scare Every Investor – With Ken Raiss
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I want to talk about something that's really flying under the radar—but it shouldn't be. Imagine being taxed on money you haven't actuall...
Why More Property Investors Are Getting into Small Developments – Greg Hankinson
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if property development could be your next big wealth accelerator? You've probably heard the success stories – investors ...
Weathering the Storms: The Property Investor's Secret Weapon, with Brett Warren
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine this… You've got a strong property portfolio, you're working hard, and the market is looking good. Then – boom – life throws you a curve...
What the rich won't tell you. The truth behind building massive wealth | Tom Corley
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While most of us want to become rich and successful, it's really not as easy as many suggest on social media. In today's show Tom Corley and I explain...
Resurgence of investment-grade apartment prices in Melbourne–Stuart Wemyss
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are Melbourne apartments the most underrated investment opportunity for 2025? For years now, investors and homebuyers alike have steered clear of Melb...
Unveiling the Truth: Melbourne's Population Boom: What 9 Million People by 2050 Means for Property Investors – With Brett Warren
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a Melbourne the size of New York City. Yes, really.That's the trajectory we're on. By 2050, Melbourne's population is projected to swell ...
The Housing Shortage No One's Fixing (But Everyone's Complaining About) | Big Picture Podcast with Pete Wargent
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Interest rates are falling again. After years of rate hikes, mortgage stress, and a cooling economy, the RBA has now dropped interest rates for the ...
The $1 Billion Crackdown on Property Investors Explained. With Ken Raiss
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With tax season just around the corner and property investors constantly navigating a shifting taxation landscape, it's never been more important to...
Policies, Promises & Property Prices: What's next for our housing markets? With Simon Kuestenmacher and Brett Warren
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The election already feels like old news. The campaign ads are off the air, the polling booths are packed away, and the headlines have moved on to th...
The Upside of Upmarkets: Winners and Losers in the Property Game? With Simon Kuestenmacher
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today show Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss a topic that won't stay out of the news this year with the federal election coming up — house prices...
Unveiling the Truth: What the Financial Media Doesn't Share About Property Investing With Brett Warren
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to property investing, the noise from the financial media can be deafening. But how much of what they say is really worth your attenti...
Can These Simple Habits Really Make You a Millionaire? Find Out! | Tom Corley
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show, Tom Corley and I chat about a recent blog he wrote called "Everything you need to know about becoming a multimillionaire", so if that...
What Labor's Win Means for Property, Dr. Andrew Wilson Breaks It Down
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's certainly been a big week in Australia—with the Labor Party securing another term in government following the federal election, there's plenty ...
Building Blocks for Wealth: Strategies for Successful Property Investing | Aaron Christie-David
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, Aaron Christie-David and I delve into the intricacies of successful property investment, emphasising the importance of mindset, f...