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Wealth Coffee Chats

Looking for a daily update on creating the wealth of your dreams? Do you want property investment explained in a simple language? Do you want to learn it whilst sipping on your coffee? Then you’re in the right place! Join me for a daily coffee and chat about all things wealth. With a strong focus on real estate wealth, you’ll cut through the confusion and overwhelm that stops most people in their investment tracks. For the live edition of the episode, where I can answer your questions live,

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10:16

Rate Cuts, Christmas Deadlines & How to Get Finance Fast

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/21

In this Finance Friday edition of Wealth Coffee Chats, we dive into the latest interest rate movements, lender behaviour, and what the lead-up to Christmas means for anyone trying to secure finance. With rate cuts now unlikely for the rest of the year—and mixed predictions for 2025—Alex breaks down what banks are really signalling through their fixed-rate pricing.With Christmas just weeks away, lenders and solicitors are heading into their busiest season, meaning turnaround times are blowing out

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19:38

Markets Retreat, AI Volatility & The Rise of SMSFs

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/20

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Alex breaks down a busy week across markets, AI stocks, crypto, and gold. He unpacks Nvidia’s fresh earnings announcement, discusses concerns around an “AI bubble,” and explores how shifting interest rate expectations are impacting global markets.Alex also dives into ASIC’s latest report on Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs), revealing their rapid growth, key risks, compliance responsibilities, and why SMSFs now represent a quarter of Australia’s total

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15:25

The First 100 Days: How Smart Landlords Avoid Stress...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/19

In this practical and insight-packed Wednesday episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cash Shosthen from the Property Management Group breaks down what he calls the most overlooked—and often most stressful—phase of property investing: the first 100 days of ownership. Whether it’s your first investment or your fourth, Cash explains why the early weeks after settlement are filled with uncertainty, delays, unexpected costs, and cash-flow pressure. He highlights the common mistakes landlords make—such as

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11:52

Payday Super Is Coming: What Every Australian...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/18

In this important episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Daniel McPherson from Positive Tax breaks down the newly passed payday super legislation- a major change set to impact every business owner across Australia. With the law officially taking effect on 1 July 2026, Daniel explains why the transition window is shorter than it seems and why businesses that aren’t prepared risk severe penalties. He outlines how the long-standing quarterly super cycle will be replaced with a strict requirement for super

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11:32

Positive Cash Flow vs Capital Growth: Which Property...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/17

When it comes to building a long-term property portfolio, one of the biggest questions investors face is whether to buy a positively geared property or a capital growth–focused property. In today’s Wealth Coffee Chat, we break down the real numbers behind A-grade, B-grade and C-grade properties, explore how growth rates impact equity, borrowing power and portfolio speed, and reveal why the “safe” high-cash-flow option can actually slow your journey to financial freedom.You’ll discover how long each

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7:47

Master Limits 101: The Smart Debt Structure Every...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/14

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, guest host Sarah Shome breaks down one of the most powerful — yet often misunderstood — tools used by sophisticated property investors: the master limit structure. Sarah explains how this flexible, pre-approved credit umbrella helps investors clearly separate loan purposes, maintain ATO-friendly documentation, and maximise tax deductibility of interest. She also explores how master limits create faster access to equity, reduce the need for constant

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11:03

Pay Yourself First: The Simple Budgeting Habit That...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/13

In this week’s Financial Planning Thursday on Wealth Coffee Chats, Alex dives into one of the most overlooked yet powerful habits for financial success - budgeting with consistency. Far from a boring spreadsheet exercise, Alex reframes budgeting as a mindset shift that helps you take control of your money, invest intentionally, and create long-term wealth. He explains why so many people feel they “don’t have any spare funds,” how lifestyle creep silently eats away at savings, and why the key is to

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17:32

The $10,000 Mistake Landlords Keep Making: Why...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/12

In this Property Management Wednesday edition of Wealth Coffee Chats, Kat Schoster from the Six Star Property Management team breaks down one of the most common and costly mistakes landlords make — being too passive with rent reviews. After 15 years in the industry, Kat has seen countless investors lose thousands of dollars simply by avoiding or delaying rent adjustments to “keep good tenants happy.” He shares a real example that sparked over 100 online comments, where a landlord kept rent well

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6:18

The Hidden CGT Exemption You Probably Don’t Know...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/11

In this Tax Time edition of Wealth Coffee Chats, Anthony Wolfenden, Tax Financial Advisor at Positive Tax Solutions, uncovers a little-known capital gains tax (CGT) exemption that could make a big difference in your property and estate planning. While most investors understand the six-year rule — allowing you to treat a former principal place of residence as CGT-exempt even while renting it out — Anthony dives deeper into an often-overlooked extension of that rule that applies at the end of life. He

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10:57

The $3 Million Difference: How Two Families with the...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/09

In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, property coach Caroline Bounds shares the true story of two couples who started with the same income, resources, and opportunities — but ended up in completely different financial realities. Through the journeys of “Jane & John” and “Fred & Freida,” Caroline reveals how goal setting, strategy, and guidance can make or break long-term wealth creation. Jane and John followed their plan, met with their coach regularly, and

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8:21

5 Must-Do Steps Before Bidding at Auction (Plus the...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/07

In this Finance Friday episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, We delivers a fast-paced rundown of the latest money news before diving into practical tips for anyone eyeing a property auction. With the RBA keeping rates on hold amid rising inflation and unemployment, he explains why most banks expect no movement until mid-2026 and what that means for borrowers right now. We also discusses CBA and Westpac’s shift away from brokers, despite brokers handling nearly 80% of home loans, and what that signals for

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17:43

RBA Holds Rates: What It Means for Inflation,...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/06

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Alex from the financial planning team breaks down the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest rate hold announcement and what it means for investors navigating inflation, housing demand, and employment shifts. He walks through key takeaways from the RBA’s November statement, explaining why inflation remains stubbornly high at 3.2%, how the end of state electricity rebates could affect future readings, and why labour market conditions are creating a tug-of-war

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18:17

The City Showdown: How Brisbane, Perth & Adelaide Are...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/11/02

In this data-rich Wealth Coffee Chats session, we unpack the latest capital city performance trends - revealing how Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide are gaining serious ground on traditional powerhouses Sydney and Melbourne. Using long-term data from the ABS, Tim explains how property price “catch-up cycles” work - where cities lag behind the leaders, then surge as affordability, infrastructure, and migration rebalance the market. He dives into house vs. unit correlations, showing how national macro

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10:37

Macquarie Bank Pulls Out of Trust & Company Loans -...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/31

In this Friday edition of Wealth Coffee Chats, we dives into two major updates shaking up the lending world. First, the ongoing speculation around interest rates — with inflation stuck above target and unemployment ticking up, the RBA faces a tough call ahead of its Melbourne Cup Day meeting. But the bigger story this week is Macquarie Bank’s surprise move to stop accepting loans under trusts or companies. Once known for handling complex lending structures efficiently, Macquarie has now paused these

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14:14

Inflation’s Back! How It Impacts Your Cash, Property,...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/30

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Alex breaks down the latest inflation numbers — what a 3.2% headline rate and 3% trimmed mean really mean for your wallet. He dives into how inflation affects different asset classes — from cash and bonds to equities, property, and gold — and shares his predictions ahead of the next RBA meeting. Grab your coffee and join Alex as he helps you understand what these changes could mean for your financial strategy and investments.

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14:10

Victoria’s New Rental Reforms Explained: What...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/29

In this week’s Wealth Coffee Chats, property management expert Kat Schostit breaks down Victoria’s incoming rental reform laws taking effect this November — and what every property investor needs to know to stay compliant (and avoid costly fines). From the ban on rental bidding and rental price ranges to the extended 90-day notice period and the end of no-fault evictions, Kat explains how these changes impact landlords and property managers alike. He also covers updates to minimum standards,

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11:23

Selling Your Home? This Capital Gains Tax Trap Could...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/28

In today’s Wealth Coffee Chat, tax expert Anthony Wolfenden unpacks the hidden tax traps around selling your principal place of residence—especially for Aussie expats and non-residents. Learn how the 6-year CGT exemption works, why being overseas could cost you hundreds of thousands in tax, and what timing strategies can protect your profits. If you’ve ever moved out of your home, rented it, or lived offshore—this is a must-watch episode.

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12:22

From Stuck to $257K Richer: How Dave & Jess Built...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/26

In this inspiring Wealth Coffee Chats episode, Positive Real Estate advisor Bob Proven shares the remarkable journey of Dave and Jess, a hardworking Aussie couple who turned financial frustration into a quarter-million-dollar success story. Despite earning solid incomes, they felt stuck—unsure how to grow their wealth or even if they could afford another investment. Through smart strategy, expert advice, and a few simple but powerful tax moves, they transformed their situation in just one year. Bob

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9:34

The Quiet Rule That Could Reshape Australia’s...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/24

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, senior mortgage broker Sarah Shome unpacks a quiet regulatory shift that could completely transform the Australian lending landscape. For decades, the big four banks have held an invisible advantage through their “internal risk-based” (IRB) capital models—supercomputers that let them hold less cash in reserve and undercut smaller lenders. But with APRA now opening the door for more banks to access this same approach, the playing field is set to level out

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23:13

Unlocking the 5% Deposit Strategy: How First-Home...

Wealth Coffee Chats ·

2025/10/23

In this insightful episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Alex from Fenton Financial dives deep into one of the most overlooked opportunities for first-home buyers - combining the 5% Deposit Scheme with the First Home Super Saver Scheme to get into the property market faster and smarter. Whether you're a young professional dreaming of your first home or a parent wanting to help your adult kids buy their first property, this strategy could be a game-changer. Alex breaks down how to use salary sacrifice to

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