Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundreds of driven investors to expand and develop your circle of influence. Spots are selling fast — secure yours now here and gear up for a massive 2026! 🔥

In this special End of Financial Year Roundtable episode, Sammy Gordon brings together the powerhouse team from APS, including familiar faces like Jimmy Ibrahim, Luke Teeuwsen, Paul Dem, Morgan Holmes, and Brendan Geoghegan. They deep dive into the biggest property investment lessons of the year, market movements, shifting strategies, and genuine behind-the-scenes insights from experienced buyers, strategists, and educators. The crew covers everything from the impact of interest rates and changing investor mindsets to the crucial role of education, client success stories, and the importance of having the right team around you. Whether you’re an aspiring investor or a seasoned pro, this episode offers actionable tips, honest reflections, and the latest updates from inside Australia’s dynamic property market.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au. If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy!

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters:

(01:45) Welcome

(04:01) The new face at the table

(09:33) School of Property update

(12:16) 2024 market recap

(18:09) The buy & hold myth busted

(23:52) Negative gearing advice & advisor red flags

(37:59) Selling strategy: picking agents & off-market sales

(46:37) The art and challenge of exiting markets

(49:14) Changing market dynamics: stock, quality, and yields

(1:07:32) Strategic portfolio building: commercial transition

(1:13:20) Macro-economic recap: inflation, cash rate, & market outlook

(1:28:55) The construction crisis

In this investor episode, Sammy sits down with Yao Chen, a migrant from Taiwan whose journey from humble beginnings and financial hardships to building an impressive $2.7 million property portfolio is nothing short of remarkable. Listeners may remember Yao-Chen’s moving speech at the GC APS Summit in 2024, where he shared how changing his family’s financial path meant everything to him. Today, Yao-Chen opens up about the real-life struggles, setbacks, and turning points that shaped his approach to investing and life. Sammy and Yao-Chen dive into the transformative power of property, the lessons learned from costly mistakes, and the drive it takes to persevere through adversity. Yao-Chen reveals the realities of working multiple jobs, falling victim to an investment scam, and pulling through with sheer determination and the right guidance. From door-knocking for work in Darwin to navigating complex property deals and finally securing financial stability, this episode is packed with honest insights, practical strategies, and heartfelt reflections for anyone dreaming of building wealth through real estate; no matter where they’re starting from. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au.

If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy!

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(00:01:45) Welcome

(00:06:14) Motivation: a better future

(00:07:59) Moving to Australia and an unexpected scam

(00:10:22) Arriving in Darwin and job struggles

(00:12:19) Early jobs and saving money

(00:17:54) Mining scam causing financial devastation

(00:20:52) Experience with other buyer’s agents

(00:30:32) Selling off bad investment

(00:34:45) First APS property

(00:37:26) School of Property

(00:43:23) Insurance claim + renovation

(00:48:38) Building up to 6 properties

(00:53:59) Never give up mindset

(00:56:56) Advice for starting investors

(01:01:06) Rapid fire questions!

In this week's episode, Sam Gordon is joined in the studio by Brendan Geoghegan, Head of Education at School of Property, for an energetic and insightful chat all about mid-year goal resetting and practical tax strategies as we approach the end of financial year. Brendan shares his personal experiences, actionable advice, and some pro tax tips fresh from a chat with his accountant. Together, Sammy and Brendan dive into why a mid-year check-in is crucial for anyone on a property journey, exploring how to reflect, reset, and reprioritise financial, lifestyle, and family goals. The conversation wraps up with updates on the much-anticipated School of Property Bootcamp! Whether you’re new to property investing or well along your path, this episode is packed with real-life strategies, and a ton of value to help you thrive as a property investor. To join the School of Property Virtual Training this Thursday 26th June at 6:00pm AEST, register here! School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au.

If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy!

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(00:01:45) Welcome & episode overview (00:08:52) Learning from setbacks and mindset shifts (00:14:13) Top tax tips: Tax time readiness (00:17:27) Tracking interest & refinances for deductions (00:20:09) Depreciation schedules & commercial property (00:25:39) Reviewing expenses: Personal and portfolio (00:28:49) PAYG variations for property investors (00:32:26) Bonus tax tip: School of Property deductibility (00:36:26) School of Property Bootcamp update (00:43:39) Commercial masterclass & real deal highlights