Podcast: Urban Property Investor

The Urban Property Investor podcast with host Sam Saggers brings together the latest news, strategies and ideas to help grow your personal wealth from investing in real estate. With a major premise to help you join the 1% of people who achieve financial independence, Sam Saggers advocates ways to replace your income, invest in property and retire rich using trends that form part of the urban landscape.

UPI 258: Rates Drops Ahead and Buyer Demand

Get yourself in the right position and ahead of the next wave, the Australian real estate market is destined for another boom due to low supply and easing interest rates. A significant housing supply shortage is predicted, with 400,000 homes not being delivered by 2029. On top of that, first home buyers are ready to…

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UPI 257: A Tax On Unrealised Capital Gains

‘The Australian Property Game’ is my new book and we’re here to discuss it. We also dive into the current political landscape in Australia, the roles of government in wealth creation and the challenges posed by recent policies.    It’s super important to take the mantle in navigating the cost of living crisis and understand…

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UPI 256: Busting the Biggest Myths in Australian Real Estate

Stop believing the hype! This week we bust the biggest myths in Australian real estate in this can’t-miss episode. Learn the truth about property value growth, market research, identifying good investments, and why herd mentality can cost you.    Discover why it’s never too late to get started with the right knowledge. Uncover where you…

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UPI 255: Cracking the Code on Loan Strategy

In this episode we delve into the critical role of finance in real estate investment, discussing the importance of understanding debt, capital deployment, and the various loan structures available to investors. Understanding the distinction between good and bad debt, the implications of interest-only versus principal and interest loans, and the journey from negative to positive…

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UPI 254: Boom or Balance? Brisbane’s Property Trajectory

In this episode, we dive into the current state of the Brisbane real estate market, exploring key indicators, trends, and the significant impact of the upcoming 2032 Olympic Games.    From topics like the unique position of Brisbane in the real estate cycle, the effects of population growth and migration, and the dynamics of the…

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UPI 253: The Hard Part of Financial Freedom

In this episode of the Urban Property Investor, explore the journey of becoming a successful property investor. From the importance of emotional fitness, financial literacy, to the challenges of navigating uncertainty in investment.    I introduce a financial model that emphasizes the leap from ‘freedom from’ to ‘freedom to’, highlighting the need for personal responsibility…

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UPI 252: Property Cycle Dynamics

As a property investor you want to be able to identify market influences and the intricacies that motivate market change. In this episode we discuss the importance of understanding equity, supply and demand dynamics, and economic conditions that affect property values.    We dive deep on the need for investors to be proactive in managing…

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UPI 250: How Will This Election’s Policies Shape Our Markets?

In this episode we discuss the upcoming Australian federal election and its implications for the real estate market. Digging deep on the policies from major parties, and how they aim to address the challenges faced by first home buyers and the overall housing supply. It starts with construction workers and apprenticeships for tackling the supply…

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UPI 249: The 11 Principles of Land Value

In this episode of the Urban Property Investor dive into the essential principles of real estate investment, focusing on asset selection and the economic factors that influence land value.    Outlining key principles such as supply and demand, anticipation, balance, and so much more! Each principle is explored in detail, providing listeners with a comprehensive…

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UPI 248: Understanding Household Advantages and Disadvantages

In this episode of the Urban Property Investor, dive into the concept of household advantage and disadvantage in real estate. Learn the socio-economic factors affecting property investment, particularly in the context of the current cost of living crisis in Australia.    We also introduce the Household Advantage and Disadvantage Index (IHAD) as a tool for…

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