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The Deal Funnel Most Investors Never Build And Why They Stay Stuck
Most investors think they have a deal problem.In reality, they have a funnel problem.They’ll say things like, “There’s nothing out there” or “Good deals are too hard to find.” On the surface, that sounds like a market issue but when you look closer, it’s usually structural. They’re treating deal finding as a one-off event instead […]
Continue ReadingWhy Most Investors Overestimate Risk and Underestimate Their Resilience
One of the most damaging beliefs I see in property investing is the idea that it’s simply “too risky”.I hear it constantly. The deal stacks up, the numbers are solid, the strategy makes sense and yet something holds people back. The hesitation isn’t always loud. Sometimes it shows up as endless research. Sometimes it looks […]
Continue ReadingThe Front-End Deal Filter Most Investors Skip
Most investors don’t get into trouble because they can’t run numbers.They get into trouble because they don’t filter hard enough at the start.In today’s world, everyone has access to feasibility templates and calculators. Information isn’t the issue. The issue is decision making. It’s knowing which deals deserve your time and which ones should be rejected […]
Continue ReadingThe Middle Of The Marathon Problem And How To Push Through It
Why The Middle Of Every Deal Feels Harder Than the StartThere’s a moment in almost every property deal where the excitement fades. At the beginning everything feels sharp. You’ve found a site, the numbers make sense, your broker is on board and your surveyor is ready to go. You’ve told a few friends, your confidence […]
Continue ReadingHow to Know When to Partner & When to Walk Away
The Joint Venture (JV) Question Every Investor FacesEvery investor eventually hits a moment where they ask the question, “Should I do this deal myself or bring in a partner”. A joint venture can fast track your progress, unlock deals you couldn’t do alone and open doors that change the trajectory of your investing journey. It can […]
Continue ReadingSubdivision Reality Check: 5 Hidden Costs Still Catching Out Experienced Investors
The Most Common Sentence I HearAfter mentoring hundreds of new and experienced investors I’ve noticed the same sentence pops up over and over.“Matt I didn’t expect that cost.”Subdivision is one of the most profitable strategies in Australian property but it’s also the strategy with the most hidden expenses. You can do everything right. Run your […]
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