Many property investors see a site with a Development Approval (DA) as a finished deal. You either take it or leave it. But what if the approved DA is unprofitable, poorly designed, or simply the wrong product for the market? Most developers walk away, but the smart ones see an opportunity.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Bob and Hilary dive deep into the world of DAs, revealing a powerful strategy: buying sites with flawed approvals and transforming them. You'll learn the crucial difference between a minor amendment and lodging a new application, why councils get sensitive about the "outside box" but are often flexible with internal layouts, and how Bob added an ensuite and a third bathroom to a 7-townhouse project, dramatically increasing its rental return and value. This episode is a must-listen for any developer who wants to learn how to find hidden value where others only see a bad plan.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/
  

Episode Highlights
01:04 - Bob's Tip of the Week: A lesson from a flat boat battery on why you can't hope problems will fix themselves.
03:50 - The ultimate family benefit: How property development provides financial freedom for a better lifestyle.
05:50 - The transition plan: Swapping your day job for a life with more time, money, and flexibility.
09:17 - The most common parental doubts: Unpacking the excuses of not having enough time, money, or knowledge.
11:06 - Case Study: How busy parents "Wendy and Dave" found a profitable site after hiring a babysitter for just four hours.
19:37 - How to create more time: Strategies for protecting your schedule, prioritising tasks, and saying "no."
22:24 - The power of outsourcing at home: How delegating chores to partners, kids, or professionals frees up your focus.
26:11 - Quality over quantity: Why being fully present with your kids is the key to overcoming parental guilt.
29:06 - Your driving force: How a strong "Why" will keep you motivated through any challenge.
29:58 - Mindset Shift: Why parental guilt is a wasted emotion when you focus on the long-term vision for your family's future.

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Juggling the demands of parenthood with the desire to build wealth is a defining challenge for many families. Most parents feel they must put their financial ambitions on hold until the kids are older, getting stuck in a cycle of trading today's time for the vague promise of "later." This hesitation doesn't just delay your goals; it costs you the opportunity to create more freedom and a better lifestyle for the very family you're working so hard for.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Hilary and Bob tackle the big question: Can you really be a great parent and a successful property developer? They reveal why the answer is a resounding "yes" and provide the blueprint for making it happen. They dive into the mindset shifts needed to overcome parental guilt, share practical strategies for finding time you never thought you had, and explain why development is the key to unlocking both financial security and more quality family time. You’ll also hear the inspiring story of "Wendy and Dave," a busy couple who, with one strategic decision, launched a project that changed their financial future. If you feel torn between your family and your financial goals, this episode will give you a clear plan to achieve both without compromise.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights

• 01:04 - Bob's Tip of the Week: A lesson from a flat boat battery on why you can't hope problems will fix themselves
• 03:50 - The ultimate family benefit: How property development provides financial freedom for a better lifestyle.
• 05:50 - The transition plan: Swapping your day job for a life with more time, money, and flexibility.
• 09:17 - The most common parental doubts: Unpacking the excuses of not having enough time, money, or knowledge.
• 11:06 - Case Study: How busy parents "Wendy and Dave" found a profitable site after hiring a babysitter for just four hours.
• 19:37 - How to create more time: Strategies for protecting your schedule, prioritising tasks, and saying "no."
• 21:39 - The power of outsourcing at home: How delegating chores to partners, kids, or professionals frees up your focus.
• 26:11 - Quality over quantity: Why being fully present with your kids is the key to overcoming parental guilt.
• 29:06 - Your driving force: How a strong "Why" will keep you motivated through any challenge.
• 29:58 - Mindset Shift: Why parental guilt is a wasted emotion when you focus on the long-term vision for your family's future.

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Choosing your path to wealth is the turning point that separates short-term earners from long-term builders. While many are drawn to the high salaries of FIFO work, they often get stuck trading time for money without a clear exit strategy. Hesitation to build something for the future not only costs time, but it can also cost you the opportunity to create lasting freedom. In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Bob and Hilary tackle the big question: FIFO vs. property development.

They reveal how a high-paying job can be a powerful launchpad, not a lifelong sentence. They dive into the mindset shifts needed to use FIFO strategically, how to manage your first project remotely, and why development is the key to creating true financial security. You’ll also hear the real success story of Ross, who turned his FIFO job into the funding for a multi-townhouse project, completely changing his life. Whether you’re currently in a FIFO role or looking for a way to fund your first deal, this episode will help you create a clear plan to build the future you really want.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights
00:45 - The high cost of indecision and how people get stuck settling for mediocre
01:04 - Why turning childhood dreams into adult routines is a trap you need to avoid
06:56 - The one habit that separates successful people from everyone else
08:43 - The real reason people choose FIFO—and why it should be a means, not an end
11:11 - Real-life example: The extreme sacrifice one man made to fund his development dream 14:04 - Case Study: How a young developer managed a townhouse project from 2,500km away while working in the mines
17:57 - The hidden, personal cost of a FIFO lifestyle that isn’t often talked about
21:54 - A key mindset shift: Why FIFO pays for today, but development builds your tomorrow
22:31 - Don't want to work FIFO? How to fund your first project using other people's money
27:02 - Debunking the myth: The surprisingly small time commitment needed to manage a development
27:54 - Your exit strategy: How property development is the ultimate “ticket off the plane”
30:31 - The untapped resource in FIFO camps for finding your next joint venture partner

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Success in property development starts with more than just crunching numbers—it begins with knowing your patch. Too often, aspiring developers jump from suburb to suburb, chasing shiny deals, but never gain the clarity or confidence to act. The hidden key to progress lies in focus, persistence, and becoming the local expert in one defined area.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Hilary Saxton and Bob Anderson reveal why choosing your patch is the most important step in getting started. They break down the common traps that stop people from developing, explain how to spot opportunities others miss, and share why persistence pays off when markets shift. Whether you’re exploring your first project or struggling to gain momentum, this conversation will help you stop playing “blind person’s bluff” and finally move forward with certainty.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights

00:19 — Persistence pays off: how staying focused led to securing a new development site
02:09 — Why people fail to start property development—even when they want to
03:29 — What your patch really is: location, price point, and product fit
05:12 — The danger of spreading yourself too thin across multiple markets
06:52 — Why specificity in your patch creates better opportunities
08:32 — Becoming the local expert: depth of knowledge beats chasing shiny objects
10:01 — Acting fast on good deals: how knowing your patch gives you the edge
12:11 — Parallel paths: what to do when you don’t yet have the money
14:10 — The risk of playing “blind person’s bluff” in development
19:32 — Oversupply explained: when a patch becomes temporarily unprofitable
23:56 — Revisiting old patches: why prior research is never wasted
27:40 — The real reasons people don’t stick to their patch

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Stepping into a property development workshop is more than just learning strategies—it’s about unlocking courage, building confidence, and connecting with people who can change your future. While many attend to gain knowledge, the true gift lies in the transformation that happens when you immerse yourself in the right environment.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Hilary Saxton and Bob Anderson share the biggest lessons from their sold-out three-day workshop on the Gold Coast. From breakthrough moments in finance and feasibility to networking that sparks real joint ventures, they reveal why live events are the ultimate catalyst for success. Whether you’re starting your first project or expanding your portfolio, this episode will show you how community, courage, and clarity can accelerate your property journey.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights
00:54 — Celebrating a sold-out workshop: energy, growth, and community
02:16 — How the room’s energy inspires confidence and action
04:26 — Overcoming shyness and building lasting connections
05:21 — Real success stories: joint ventures born in the room
07:21 — Why networking is the most profitable skill you can learn
12:03 — The accidental developer who turned his first project into seven figures
13:35 — The finance “light bulb” moments that shift everything
16:24 — Diverse student stories: proof that anyone can succeed
18:23 — Courage grows in the right environment—and carries into real life
20:31 — Regaining focus, motivation, and belief in what’s possible
23:25 — How creative deals and joint ventures expand opportunities
26:15 — Making feasibility work: the foundation of every successful project

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Taking control of your future starts with recognising the hidden gift behind property development. While many see it purely as a path to profit, its true power lies in how it transforms your lifestyle, confidence, and sense of purpose. Property development isn’t just about building projects—it’s about building a life on your terms.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Hilary Saxton and Bob Anderson reveal why property development is the gift that keeps on giving. They unpack how it can help you reclaim your time, create financial security, and reshape your identity, while sharing powerful stories from students who’ve changed their lives and families through development. Whether you’re curious about your first project or ready to scale, this episode will show you why becoming a property developer can change everything.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/
  
  

Episode Highlights
00:26 — Why property development is more than profit—it’s the gift that keeps on giving
02:11 — Speaking to over 60,000 people and the ripple effect of changing lives
05:13 — How property development gives you back your time and lifestyle freedom
07:15 — Escaping the 9-to-5 grind and creating a life without time or money constraints
10:28 — Breaking free from “playing it safe” and chasing childhood dreams again
11:30 — The real rewards: family time, memorable experiences, and helping your kids
13:07 — How property development strengthens family bonds and builds lasting legacy
13:43 — The identity shift: becoming confident and proud to call yourself a developer
16:41 — Real-life student stories: from nervous beginners to confident developers
21:02 — Creating long-term wealth by keeping developments as income-producing assets
23:26 — The unexpected gift of being able to help your children and employ family
25:12 — Why property development knowledge is intergenerational and life-changing
26:19 — Using small projects to set your kids up in the property market
28:26 — How property development fits into school-hour schedules (and still makes 6 figures)
30:09 — Paying off a 30-year mortgage in just a few projects
31:35 — Why property development changes more than your bank account—it changes your life
32:32 — The truth: anyone can do it with the right guidance, mindset, and drive

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Taking action is the turning point that separates dreamers from developers. While many aspiring property developers wait for the “perfect” market conditions or try to piece together the process on their own, the real progress happens when you commit and start moving forward. Hesitation not only costs time. It can also cost you the opportunities that build lasting wealth.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Hilary reveals why waiting for the perfect time is a trap. He dives into the mindset shifts that help you overcome fear, how small steps build unstoppable momentum, and why action is the key to achieving your property development goals. You’ll also hear real success stories from students who turned their first projects into six-figure profits. Whether you’re still on the fence or ready to get started, this episode will help you break through indecision and start creating the future you want.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights
00:52 - Why the “perfect time” doesn’t exist—and why waiting comes at a cost
01:24 - The psychology behind fence-sitting: fear of failure, perfectionism, and decision fatigue
04:06 - Real-life example: Missing out on workshops year after year
05:08 - The real reason people want to do property development, buying back their time
06:14 - Why the market is always moving and never truly “perfect”
07:33 - How students are earning $700–800K from their first projects
09:10 - How momentum creates self-belief and attracts investors
10:03 - How to overcome decision paralysis with simple decision-making techniques
14:32 - Five practical tips to move from hesitation to action
17:25 - Why piecing it together for free won’t work—and the power of investing in yourself
20:21 - The importance of being future-focused and avoiding regret

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Choosing the right site is the foundation of every successful property development. While many developers get caught up in design ideas or potential resale values, the real success begins with the land itself. A site that looks appealing at first glance can easily turn into a financial trap if the fundamentals don’t stack up.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Bob and Hilary break down the process of finding great development sites. They cover the critical role of zoning, how to distinguish between a “good” and a “great” site, and the importance of profit margins as your safety net. You’ll also hear common mistakes new developers make, plus practical tips and tools to help you complete due diligence with confidence. Whether you’re searching for your first site or aiming to refine your strategy, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to make smarter decisions from the start.

Links

• Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo
• Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://bit.ly/41tSFhC
• Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
• Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: https://bit.ly/4fyZWm
• Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights
02:15 - Why zoning is the number one factor to check first.
05:40 - The difference between a good site and a great site.
09:05 - How profit margins act as both buffer and safeguard in development.
13:20 - Common pitfalls new developers face when searching for sites.
18:45 - The role of councils, town planners, and market timing.
24:10 - Tools and resources for effective site due diligence.

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