The Property Couch
Australia’s top property podcast for everyday investors who want real results, not hype.
Hosted by Bryce Holdaway and Ben Kingsley (two best-selling authors and trusted experts with 25+ years of investing experience each) we break down property, finance, and money management into simple, practical strategies.
Backed by data and brought to life with real stories (and a good dose of banter), The Property Couch helps you cut through the noise and make smarter decisions.
Delighting listeners since 2015, it’s your weekly dose of clarity in a world full of property spruikers!
W: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/
Episodes
739 episodes
TPC Gold | Breaking Barriers: A Journey to Homeownership
When you’re the first in your family or community to walk a new path… it can be daunting, overwhelming, and downright scary. In this bonus snippet, we sit down ...
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554 | 1 in 3.2 Million Odds: Would You Bet Your Family’s Future on That?
In this week’s episode, we’re going back to our roots: protecting everyday Aussies from the hype that can derail their financial future. 💸🌱🚨 Off the back of a powerful team session with over 300 years of combined investing...
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(LIVE) RBA July 2025 | Will Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Affect Our Rate Path?
In a move that surprised many, the Reserve Bank held interest rates steady this month—choosing to wait and watch, despite growing expectations of another cut. So, what’s driving this decision and what does it mean for y...
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553 | The Anti-Spruiker Playbook: What Buffett, Dalio & 3 Other Greats Can Teach Property Investors
5 legendary investors. 1 timeless lesson: play the long game. Feeling overwhelmed by hot tips, market noise or get-rich-quick strategies? This week, we’re pressing pause on the hype and learning from the best: ...
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TPC Gold | What You Need to Know About Mould in Homes
Most Australians don’t realise their home could be harming their health—until it’s too late. In this bonus episode, Bryce chats with building biologist Raphael Siket and Amelia Lee from Undercover Architect about
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552 | How to Talk to Agents (Without Losing Your Leverage When Negotiating)
Most buyers think negotiation is about being the loudest in the room... But the truth? The best negotiators are calm, strategic, and silent at the right time. Especially with the rising tide...
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TPC Gold | Buying Off the Plan? What to Know Before You Sign
Buying off the plan can seem like an exciting—and convenient—way to secure your next investment property… but is it as safe as it sounds? In ...
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551 | What Elephants Can Teach You About Property Growth
Charlie Munger once said that reading widely is the key to wisdom, and in this episode, we’re channelling that spirit. 📚 What do elephants, electricity grids, and economic growth have in common? 🐘⚡ They’re all go...
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TPC Gold | Can I Use One Property to Fund Two More?
Got equity in one property and wondering if you can use it to buy two more? You're not alone! In this bonus snippet, Bryce ...
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550 | How to Stack the Pain (and Why It Works): A Behavioural Guide to Better Money Habits (LIVE Q&A from Bali)
Folks, this week we’re reporting LIVE from…BALI?! 🎉 That’s right! We travelled to Indonesia with some amazing TPC community members to support the John Fawcett Foundation, where we witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of the...
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TPC Gold | Is Lifestyle Creep Holding You Back?
In this bonus snippet, Bryce and Ben unpack one of the most common (and quietest) traps that can sabotage your financial freedom: lifestyle creep.
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549 | The Insider’s 6-Step Checklist for Choosing the Right Buyer’s Agent
Last week in Episode 548, we unpacked the hidden advantages of using a buyer’s agent — from accessing off-market purchases to negotiating like a pro. But thi...
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TPC Gold | You’re Rentvesting... But Have You Set It Up Right?
More and more Aussies are turning to rentvesting—renting where they want to live while investing where they can afford. But while rentvesting is a smart strategy for many, there’s a crucial piece of the puzzle most investors overloo...
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548 | Would You Trust the Other Side’s Lawyer? Why a Selling Agent Isn’t on Your Side
Is a Buyer’s Agent worth it… or just another expense? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood roles in the property game: The Buyer’s Agent. Following the cautionary tale from
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TPC Gold | Come Celebrate with Us: Our Book Launch & Live Event!
Our brand-new book How to Retire on $3,000 a Week – The Property Couch’s Playbook for Passive Property Investing hits stores TODAY! In this bonus episode, Bryce & Ben share some behind-the-scenes stories—includin...
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547 | Sell or Hold? Retirement, Rooming Houses & Real Regret-Free Decisions
What would you do if your investment property hadn’t moved in value in six years… but your gut said, “Just hang in there a bit longer”? In this week’s Q&A episode, we’re answering four big listener questions — and unpac...
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(LIVE) RBA May 2025 | One Cut Down... How Low Will Rates Go?
The RBA has officially cut the cash rate by 25 basis points—and for the first time in over a year, we’re seeing meaningful rate relief reach borrowers. NAB was first to act, with all Big Four banks passing on the cut in full within an hour of t...
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546 | The Frankenstein Portfolio That Lost $159K—And How to Avoid It
In Ep 546, Bryce is joined by returning guest Dave Robertson—Head of Property Wealth Planning at Empower Wealth—to dive deep into one of the scariest (and most common) traps in property investing: The Frankenstein Portfolio.
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TPC Gold | How to Maximise Your Tax Returns in 2025
In today’s bonus episode, Ben shares key highlights from his recent Talking Property Tax conversation with tax expert Julia Hartman—covering what smart investors need to know before 30 June. From HECS/HELP debt changes to i...
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545 | Burnt-Out Vans, Mouldy Eaves & Broken Trust: A Cautionary Buyer’s Agent Tale
When long-time listener and four-property investor Jayson messaged Bryce on LinkedIn, we knew it was time to bring his story to the couch.Why?Because he’s lived through what most people won’t talk about: what happens when...
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1:41:21
TPC Gold | How Property Spruikers Pressure You into Buying
Today we dive into a topic many Aussies don't realise they're being exposed to until it's too late: the tactics used by property spruikers to pressure you into making a decision. From red sticker sold signs in display booths to "lim...
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544 | Election Promises vs. Reality: Will Any Party Actually Fix Housing?
Folks, it’s Federal Election time! 🇦🇺🏠💥 And in this special deep-dive episode, we're lifting the bonnet on the major parties' housing policies and asking the real question... Will they actually fix Australia’s ...
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1:21:40
TPC Gold | Have I Left It Too Late to Buy Property?
It’s a question many Australians are quietly asking themselves: “Is it too late for me to buy property?” In this TPC Gold snippet, Ben and Bryce respond to a heartfelt listener question from Luke—who, at 46, is still rentin...
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543 | How to Fix a Frankenstein Portfolio Before It’s Too Late
Folks, one of the most common pieces of feedback we receive on the podcast is, “I wish I’d found you guys sooner.” The problem they're facing now? They’ve got the correct knowledge BUT they’ve built what we call a Frank...
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TPC Gold | Property Due Diligence: What to Know Before Buying an Existing Unit
When it comes to buying an existing apartment or unit, doing the right due diligence can save you from years of costly surprises. In this TPC Gold snippet, Bryce and Ben break down the must-do checks every buyer should know before p...
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