Take Advantage Of The Quiet Time Of The Year | No BS With Birchy | EP 215
Release Date: 11/12/2025
No BS With Birchy
In this episode, Nathan is joined by Tim McIntyre, Content Director for News.com, to discuss what's happening in the Australian property market as we head into 2026. They explore current value growth across capital cities, the impact of government home guarantee schemes, and how real inflation is affecting property prices and everyday costs. Join Tim and Nathan as they dive into a data-driven market overview packed with practical advice for investors. 00:00 - Introduction and catching up after 15+ years 01:27 - Current market trends and double digit growth 02:43 - Home guarantee scheme...
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In this episode, Nathan sits down with Sumit from Zinger Finance to answer burning community questions about property investment and finance. From low serviceability solutions to acquiring multiple properties, bad credit options to first home buyer strategies with just $20K! This episode covers real-world tactics and client success stories, an episode full of the answers you're looking for! 00:00 - Introduction 01:17 - Question 1: How to invest with equity but low serviceability 05:02 - Success story: NDIS worker with 16 properties 08:12 - Question 2: Achieving 20 properties with the...
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In today's episode, Nathan takes you through the best snippets of 2025! From navigating the tricky world of non-bank lenders to hearing incredible client success stories, this episode is packed with the insights that made the biggest impact this year. Tune in for real conversations about interest rates, property strategies, and the mindset shifts that separate successful investors from the rest. Want to be motivated for 2026? This is it! 00:00 - Non-bank lenders and how they work differently 01:24 - Investment loan rates - what you're actually paying 02:29 - Why Nathan's scared about...
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In this audience Q&A episode, Nathan Birch answers community questions sent in about property investment strategies, market conditions, and wealth building approaches. Get Nathan's unfiltered insights and no-BS perspective on navigating today's property market. 00:00 - Introduction 00:29 - Why only in 1950s did house prices start to increase? 06:07 - How do you get 10 in eight months? 09:40 - If you have 10 properties, do you want them paid off or keep loans? 11:40 - I don't get how you make money if you're pulling out equity? 13:01 - Negative geared or negative cash flow? 13:25 -...
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In this episode, Nathan is joined by Sumit from Zinger Finance to discuss the recent major changes in the lending landscape.They also explore government schemes like Help to Buy, the operational costs of multiple trusts, and practical solutions for navigating the current lending environment. A must-listen for anyone building a property portfolio in today's market. 00:00 - Welcome & introduction 02:32 - Recent bank policy changes 03:22 - Hidden costs of trust structures 05:29 - What is DTI (Debt-to-Income) 06:34 - High cashflow properties = borrowing power 07:41 - 3 key tools...
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In this episode, Nathan reveals how he gave himself a $200k annual pay rise through a simple rent review across his property portfolio. He shares his journey from using rental increases to fund his first home purchase to now generating nearly $4,000 per week in additional income. Listen in for tips on cash flow, loan restructuring, and the power of compounding after 22 years of property investing. 00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - How I gave myself a $200,000 pay rise 01:03 - The journey begins - buying my first house to live in 02:18 - The recent purchase that sparked the rent review 02:51...
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In this episode, Nathan touches on the realities of what hesitation in property can be costing you. If another year has gone by and you havenāt started your property journey, this episode is for you. Listen in as he dives into the most common hesitations and ways to combat them. Is 2026 the year you break free from your own barriers to enter the market? 00:00 Introduction 01:48 - Take an honest look at why you didnāt in 2025 02:44 - From $290k revalued at $420k 04:19 - The breakdown 05:30 - Ye old unit v house excuses 06:30 - Birchyās portfolio breakdown and insane unit growth...
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In this episode, Nathan tackles a contested topic of discussion in the property world, buying property with friends. Nathan outlines some of the (little) pros and (many) cons of purchasing with another party and what it can mean for your future. Nathan details some common scenarios and highlights what can go wrong, very quickly. An important episode you'll want on your ilst for the week! 00:00 - Introduction 00:22 - A friend, sibling, partner āothersā 02:00 - āBig, big, big problemā¦ā 02:52 - The risks far outweigh the benefits 03:43 - The sibling scenario 05:02 - The parent &...
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In this episode, Nathan shares timely reminders about capitalizing on the end-of-year quiet period in property investing. From getting finance-ready and positioning yourself with agents, to conducting your annual portfolio review and planning for 2026, Nathan reveals why December and January consistently deliver some of the best deals. Tune in and discover how to turn the holiday season into your competitive advantage. Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - Getting ready for the end of the year 01:25 - The market can dry out 02:15 - Negotiation leverage and opportunities 03:12 - Getting...
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In this episode, Nathan reinforces some timely reminders of just how easy it can be to fall off the path to success in property investing and some of the common reasons why investors fail. From vital roadmaps and sustainable strategies to open-ended market mindsets, itās all covered in this latest episode. Tune in and get ready to feel inspired & reaffirmed on your property journey. 00:40 - Markets go up, markets go down. Get in the mindset. 03:10 - Whoās losing out when we constantly buy for less than the previous owner? 04:52 - The 90ās with no internet, no data - this is...
info_outlineIn this episode, Nathan shares timely reminders about capitalizing on the end-of-year quiet period in property investing. From getting finance-ready and positioning yourself with agents, to conducting your annual portfolio review and planning for 2026, Nathan reveals why December and January consistently deliver some of the best deals. Tune in and discover how to turn the holiday season into your competitive advantage.
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