#70 - Buying Real Estate in Australia's Sunshine Coast with Simon Thomas

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Steven Arita chats with Simon Thomas, founder of Coast Property Buyers based in Australia’s Sunshine Coast. Simon shares insights into this stunning coastal region's booming real estate market, renowned for its warm climate, breathtaking beaches, and laid-back lifestyle. They discuss the difference between the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, local demographics, and the unique appeal of the Sunshine Coast for families, retirees, and investors alike.They also talk about common buyer mistakes, the rise of short-term rental investments, and the Sunshine Coast’s potential for strong capital growth. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples to help you make informed property decisions.Simon has built a reputation as one of the country’s most respected property experts thanks to the depth and breadth of his experience spanning Australia’s entire East Coast and across multiple disciplines within the property industry. He is a highly regarded industry professional and an accomplished auctioneer, Simon harnesses exceptional expertise that only comes with a long-standing career in buying all property types in all markets.Learn more:Web: https://coastpropertybuyers.com/LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4acqqXYIG: @CoastPropertyBuyersYT: https://www.youtube.com/@CoastPropertyBuyersEmail: [email protected]  Episode highlights:(4:09) Sunshine Coast vs. Gold Coast: what makes them unique?(8:25) Who lives in the Sunshine Coast and why it’s a hot spot(19:49) Home prices: what you’ll pay to buy in the Sunshine Coast(25:05) How Simon and his team help you buy property(43:36) Helping overseas investors buy in Australia(55:16) A real story: turning $800K into $1.1M in two years(1:07:48) Big mistakes buyers make and how to avoid them(1:09:43) Want to work with Simon? Here’s how to reach him!(1:10:40) Outro—Share this with your tech friends who you think would benefit from learning about passive income and alternative real estate investments. For more resources and guides, check these out:Crack the Code https://www.aritacapital.com/crack-the-code/Investor 101 https://www.aritacapital.com/investor-101-resource/Due Diligence Resource https://www.aritacapital.com/dd-checklist-resource/If you want to learn more, reach out at:Email: [email protected]:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aritasteven/IG:  https://www.instagram.com/the.real.arita