Are Property Investors Really Greedy… or Just an Easy Scapegoat? With Brett Warren
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
Release Date: 03/04/2026
The Inner Game Of Property Wealth: Clearing The Mental Blocks Holding You Back | Dr Noah St John
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
What if the real reason you are not yet where you want to be financially has nothing to do with interest rates, your income, or the market... and everything to do with what my guest today calls your “head trash”? My guest today is Dr Noah St John. He grew up poor in a wealthy town, surrounded by people who seemed to have cracked the code on money and success while he felt stuck on the outside looking in. Fast forward to today, and he is the bestselling author of 25 books, known worldwide as “The Father of Afformations” and “The Mental Health Coach to the Stars.”...
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Why Your Property Manager Should Be Your Most Valuable Wealth Partner | Leanne Jopson
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
Most property investors think they’re saving money by choosing a cheaper property manager. But what if that decision is quietly costing them tens of thousands of dollars? Today, we’re unpacking why the right property manager isn’t a cost at all, but one of the most valuable assets in your wealth-building team. This conversation is part of my Wealth Retreat Conversations series, where I’m giving you a taste of the quality of thinking, the calibre of speakers, and the depth of conversations you’ll experience at Wealth Retreat. And joining me is...
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The Tax Questions Property Investors Ask Most, Answered by Ken Raiss
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
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 grow it, protect it, and eventually pass it on without creating unnecessary tax burdens, risks, or family chaos. In today’s Wealth Retreat Conversations episode, the series we're running to help you get a taste of the type of thinking and insights you’ll experience at Wealth Retreat, Ken Raiss Australia’s leading property tax strategy answers the common tax questions he gets asked all the time - from trusts and...
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The Property Strategy Most Investors Ignore (Financial Buffers Explained) | Brett Warren
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
Most property investors think success comes down to buying the right property at the right price. But the truth is… the real difference between successful investors and those who struggle has very little to do with the property itself. It comes down to strategy. Because the investors who build long-term wealth don’t just buy property - they build a long-term property strategy which includes a financial buffer that allows them to ride out the ups and downs of the market. In other words, they buy themselves time. In this episode, Brett Warren and...
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Why Some Property Markets Boom While Others Stall - The Hidden Force in Property Investing | Simon Kuestenmacher
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
You’ve probably noticed that some property markets surge ahead while others seem to tread water… even when the broader economic conditions are the same. It’s easy to blame interest rates, government policy, or media sentiment, but those factors only tell part of the story. The real drivers sit underneath all of that, and they’re far more predictable if you know where to look. In today’s Wealth Retreat Conversations episode, I want to give you a taste of the type of thinking and insights you’ll experience at Wealth Retreat, where leading demographer Simon...
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Why Smart Property Investors Guard Their Time Like Gold | Louise Bedford
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
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 to work less and accomplish more. How would that impact your life? Well, that’s what we are going to talk about today as I speak with Louise Bedford about mastering time for wealth creation. We explore how effective time management is crucial for achieving success in all life areas. We discuss the difference between time-for-money and leverage-based economies. We highlight the importance of prioritizing...
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The Population Ponzi Property Investors Must Understand
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
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. Everyone talks about housing shortages. Almost no one talks about hospitals, schools and services. So today, we’re asking the question policymakers avoid – how much infrastructure do our cities actually need for the people we’re adding? It’s all about capacity - not just the number of people our cities can hold, but whether Australia’s infrastructure and planning systems can keep up. Ross has been writing about...
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Why Are Property Prices STILL Rising? (No One Expected This) | Dr Andrew Wilson
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
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 facing our housing markets today isn’t interest rates, inflation, or even affordability… It’s uncertainty. We’ve got multiple forces all moving at once - some pushing prices higher, others working against them - and for many investors, that’s making it harder than ever to form a clear view of what comes next. And yet… despite all that… property prices are still rising. So what’s really...
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Why Successful Property Investors Play the Long Game with Ken Raiss
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
You’ve probably noticed your social media feed is full of new “property experts.” Twenty-somethings showing off cars, watches, and “instant success” stories — all promising to help you get rich in record time. But property doesn’t work like that. What they don’t tell you is that property isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon. Today I’m joined by Ken Raiss, and together we unpack why real wealth is built slowly, strategically, and patiently. I know that sounds boring, but stick with us as we discuss the rise of inexperienced, hype-driven buyer’s agents...
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What the Top 1% of Property Investors Do Differently | Brett Warren
Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast
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 borrowing capacity, your suburb selection or even the market cycle that determines how far you go? And what if the investors who end up with $100 million or $200 million portfolios don’t actually do anything dramatically different from everyone else… they just do a few things differently for much longer? Most property investors never ask those questions. Instead, they assume that large-scale wealth is reserved for...
info_outlineEvery time rents rise, affordability worsens, or housing shortages make headlines, one group is dragged into the spotlight. Property investors.
They’re called greedy. Accused of hoarding homes. Blamed for locking younger Australians out of the market.
But is that actually true… or just a convenient narrative?
After more than five decades in property investment, I’ve noticed a pattern. When housing gets hard, governments deflect. Media simplify. And investors become an easy target.
But here’s the real question we need to ask: If property investors disappeared tomorrow, what would actually happen to Australia’s housing system?
But are investors really the problem… or are they just the easiest target?
Today, I’m joined by Brett Warren to separate emotion from evidence, myths from facts, and ideology from economic reality.
Brett and I discuss the complexities of the property market, focusing on the role of property investors, the impact of government policies, and the ongoing housing supply issues.
We emphasise that property investors are not the villains often portrayed in the media, but rather essential players in providing rental accommodation.
The discussion highlights the need for long-term solutions to housing affordability and the importance of understanding the true dynamics of the property market.
Takeaways
- Property investors are often mischaracterized as greedy.
- The housing market is facing a significant supply issue.
- Government policies can inadvertently harm the rental market.
- Investors provide essential services by supplying rental properties.
- The narrative around property investors needs to shift towards understanding their role.
- Long-term planning and infrastructure development are crucial for housing solutions.
- First home buyer incentives can drive up property prices.
- The majority of property investors are everyday Australians, not wealthy elites.
- Supply and demand dynamics are fundamental to the housing market.
- Clarity and understanding are needed to navigate the property investment landscape.
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About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia
The Michael Yardney Podcast is one of Australia’s leading property investment podcasts, helping investors understand the Australian property market and build long-term wealth through strategic property investing.
Each week we explore:
Australian property market updates
Property investment strategies in Australia
Melbourne property market trends
Sydney property market forecasts
Brisbane property investment opportunities
Capital growth property strategies
Property cycles in Australia
Negative gearing and tax strategy
Interest rates and their impact on property
Buyer’s agent insights and investment planning
If you’re serious about building a high-performance property portfolio and creating financial freedom through real estate, this podcast will give you the clarity and strategy you need.
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