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Exposing Self-Proclaimed Property Experts on Social Media

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Release Date: 12/23/2025

Exposing Self-Proclaimed Property Experts on Social Media show art Exposing Self-Proclaimed Property Experts on Social Media

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Social media is packed with self-proclaimed property gurus promising the “secret” suburbs set to boom in 2026. But how much of it can you actually trust? In this episode, we cut through the hype, exposing the telltale signs of fake property experts and showing you how to make smarter decisions when investing in Australian real estate. If you want to avoid costly mistakes and understand what really drives property growth, this is the guide you need. Tune in and learn why there are no shortcuts, no secrets, just proven strategies backed by real experience.

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Social media is packed with self-proclaimed property gurus promising the “secret” suburbs set to boom in 2026. But how much of it can you actually trust?

In this episode, we cut through the hype, exposing the telltale signs of fake property experts and showing you how to make smarter decisions when investing in Australian real estate.

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