Property Mastermind Podcast
Join Bob Andersen and Hilary Saxton for a weekly discussion about all things property development.
Covering all aspects of projects – from finding a development site, to acquiring finance, to managing the process, and more.
Including regular expert interviews and unparalleled insights, this is the property development podcast for both new and experienced developers who want to succeed.
Ep 258 – How Tom Increased His Development Margin by 240%
Tom Evans went looking for a beachside duplex and ended up turning a six-acre block everyone had walked past into a one-into-three subdivision and a 41% return, all while working full time. Hear how he read the council rules, financed it, and pulled it off.
Ep 257 – The 5-Day Property Development Audit That Stopped People Cold
Bob and Hilary recap the 5-Day Property Development Challenge: your why, finding your patch, feasibilities, funding and approvals, plus Bob’s finance thumb rule for how much equity you need to start.
Ep 256 – Insurance Risks And When Bad Things Turn Good
Insurance can make or break your project. In this episode, Bob and Hilary outline the four essential insurance cycles for developers and share how an insurance blunder on their $9.5M childcare renovation unexpectedly uncovered hidden toxic mold, turning a complete disaster into a massive blessing.
Ep 255 – GST Margin Scheme vs Going Concern- GST Mistakes That Nuke Your Profit
A single tax mistake can instantly wipe out hundreds of thousands of dollars in property profit. In this episode, Bob and Hilary reveal how to navigate the GST margin scheme, utilize commercial going concerns, and avoid severe ATO penalties by establishing your true investment intent right from day one.
Ep 254 – The Sleeper Sites – How to Find Development Nuggets in Your Local Streets
There is a goldmine hiding on your local streets. In this episode, Bob and Hilary reveal how to identify “sleeper sites,” including battle-axe developments and corner block splits. Learn how to navigate strict council rules, apply clever design hacks, and turn overlooked backyards into highly profitable projects.
Ep 253 – The real reason you are not starting property development
Are you waiting for the “perfect time” to start developing property? On Episode 253 of the Property Mastermind Podcast, hosts Hilary Saxton and Bob Anderson expose the real reasons why aspiring developers stay stuck on the sidelines and never take action.
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