Finance This, Property That
Finance This, Property That is your go-to podcast for expert insights and advice on building wealth through property investment.
Hosted by, Dion Fernandes, a seasoned finance professional with over 13 years of experience, each episode delves into the intricacies of property purchasing, offering valuable tips and strategies for those looking to create wealth through real estate.
From basic questions to advanced technicalities, Dion brings on trusted advisors and specialists in their fields to provide listeners with practical knowledge and actionable steps.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, a seasoned investor or simply looking to expand your property portfolio, Finance This, Property That is here to empower and educate you every step of the way.
Finance This, Property That
Episode 92 - The Property Mistakes Costing Investors Thousands
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In this episode of Finance This Property That, Dion sits down with buyer’s agent Jessica Giandomenico from Vesta Buyers Agency to unpack one of the biggest mistakes property investors make — buying property before building the right strategy around it.
This conversation dives deep into the importance of finance strategy, buyer’s agents, due diligence, off-market opportunities, and why building the right team around your investment journey can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars over time.
From structuring finance correctly to understanding what makes a good street, this episode is packed with practical insights for investors wanting to avoid costly mistakes and grow wealth safely and strategically.
⏱️ Episode Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Why Most Investors Start Too Late
01:45 – Jessica’s First Year Building Vesta Buyers Agency
04:20 – Why Buyer’s Agents & Finance Strategists Must Work Together
08:15 – The Biggest Breakdown in Property Purchases
11:40 – How Proper Strategy Speeds Up Portfolio Growth
15:05 – Off-Market Opportunities & Why Preparation Matters
18:30 – Trust Lending, Finance Clauses & Real Contract Timelines
22:10 – Due Diligence Most Investors Completely Miss
26:15 – Why The STREET Matters More Than You Think
29:10 – Cheap Conveyancing & Poor Advice Can Cost You Millions
32:00 – Building The Right Professional Team Around You
34:00 – Final Advice: Stop Buying Property Without A Strategy
🔥 Key Topics Covered
Why buying property is NOT the hardest part
The role of finance strategy before purchasing
How off-market deals actually work
Why investors lose opportunities by not being prepared
Due diligence mistakes that cost investors money
The importance of buyer’s agents, brokers, solicitors & property managers
Trust lending timelines and finance clause realities
Understanding street appeal and suburb selection
Why “free advice” can become very expensive
🎯 Who This Episode Is For
First-time investors
Property buyers using trusts or SMSFs
Investors wanting long-term wealth creation
Buyers frustrated missing out on properties
Anyone wanting a smarter property strategy before buying