Ep 268 – Why the Best JV Partner Is Not a Stranger With Money
Bob Andersen and Hilary Saxton on what makes a great joint venture partner, why the wrong money costs more than you think, equity vs loan partners, JVs with a landowner, and where the best partnerships really come from.
Ep 267 – Site Negotiation Secrets Every Property Developer Should Know
Bob and Hilary unpack the negotiating skills every property developer needs, from why conditions can beat price to reading needs versus wants, walking away, and creative deal structures.
Ep 260 – From the Kitchen to Property Development: Ollie’s Story
Hilary interviews Ollie Carruthers, a chef of 30 years who became a full-time property developer through Property Mastermind. His story, his projects, and his advice: just do it.
Ep 259 – What Successful New Property Developers Do Differently
Bob Andersen and Hilary Saxton reveal the six habits that separate new property developers who succeed from those who stall. Episode 259 of the Property Mastermind Podcast.
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 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.
Discover how to stop letting fear-mongering media headlines hijack your financial decisions and why there will always be an excuse—whether it is interest rates or elections—to put your dreams on hold. Hilary and Bob introduce the “Rocking Chair Test” to help you overcome the fear of failure and avoid a future of regret. Learn why education builds confidence but requires your active participation, and find out how to join their upcoming 5-Day Challenge to kickstart your property portfolio today.
Ep 252 – The Property Development Proof Most Beginners Need to See
Is it really possible for a beginner to make a massive profit on their first property development? On Episode 252 of the Property Mastermind Podcast, hosts Hilary Saxton and Bob Anderson provide the exact proof you need to see, unpacking a real-life student case study that generated over $600,000 in profit.
Discover the exact numbers behind Tom Evans’ 3-townhouse project in Margate, Queensland. Bob and Hilary break down the feasibility, explaining how a $375,000 site purchase turned into a $1.875 million gross realisation value (GRV) with an unheard-of 52.6% return on cost. Learn why successful developers act as the “CEO” of their projects, how to correctly use a 5% contingency buffer, and why proper education is the key to overcoming fear and taking action.