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Property Soup
by Allan Cuevas, Travis Breheny
Dive into "Property Soup," a flavourful blend of property investing tips, market news, and mindset management. Hosted by Buyers Agents & Property Strategists, Allan Cuevas and Travis Breheny, this podcast serves a diverse menu from getting started in investing to the latest market trends. It's your one-pot wonder of practical advice with a dash of the mindset of investing. Tune in weekly for a hearty serving of insights and inspiration to fuel your own successful property investments. Enjoy a delicious helping of Property Soup!
Episodes
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EP38 | Why Property Prices WON’T Crash in 2026
In this episode of Property Soup: Allan and Travis are back for 2026—and they’re tackling the big question every investor is asking right now: What’s going to happen to the property market? With rising interest rates, global uncertainty, job insecurity, and increasing living costs, it’s easy to...
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EP37 | Underquoted & Over It: How Buyers Get Played
Underquoting. It’s sneaky. It’s frustrating. And if you’ve been house hunting, you’ve probably been stung by it. In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis go full steam on one of the most maddening practices in real estate—underquoting. From fake price guides to misleading “comparables,”...
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EP36 | Cash Flow vs Capital Growth – Which One Wins in 2025?
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis tackle one of the most common investor questions: should you prioritise cash flow or capital growth in your property strategy? With rising rates and tighter lending conditions, the answer might not be as simple as it used to be. 💵 Cash Flow 101:...
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EP35 | How To Get Finance Ready For Your First SMSF Property
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan is joined by mortgage strategist Lionel from Mortgage Works to unpack everything you really need to know about buying property through your super — without falling into the common traps. From setup to lending strategy, this one’s packed with gold for...
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EP34 | Why You Haven't Bought Yet (And What To Do About It)
In this spicy episode of Property Soup, Allan from Foundation Property is joined once again by Travis from Genesis Wealth to unpack the real reason why so many would-be investors still haven’t taken the plunge. If you’ve been “thinking about it” for months (or even years), this episode is your...
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EP33 | The Hidden Risks of Off-Market Deals (And How to Spot the Winners)
Off-market properties sound exclusive… but are they actually better deals? 🤔 In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis pull back the curtain on off-markets—what they are, when they’re useful, and when they’re just plain overpriced. If you’ve ever asked a buyer’s agent, “Can you get me...
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EP31 | Five Crucial Questions Every Property Investor Should Ask
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis break down the five essential questions every property investor should ask to make smarter, data-driven decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting, these insights will help you build a more resilient...
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EP30 | 4 Property Investing Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis highlight four common mistakes property investors often make and share actionable strategies to avoid them in 2025. Learn how to set yourself up for success by making smarter decisions and avoiding costly pitfalls in your property investment...
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EP29 | When NOT to Use A Buyer's Agent!
In this episode, the discussion revolves around specific scenarios where hiring a buyer’s agent may not be the best choice for homebuyers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the real estate market and suggests that some buyers may benefit from a more direct approach to…
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EP28 | How To Negotiate A Good Property Deal Part II
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and Travis discuss strategies for negotiating in cooler property markets, contrasting them with the dynamics of hot markets. They explore the benefits of investing in cooler markets, emphasizing the potential for long-term growth and less competition. 🌊...
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EP27 | How To Negotiate A Good Property Deal Part I
This episode discusses the importance of negotiating property deals in a hot market. It highlights the significance of understanding different types of markets and the need for transparency and respect in negotiations. 💰 Negotiating in a hot market is crucial for property investors. 📊...
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EP26 | How To Supercharge Your Super Funds with Property, Leverage & SMSF
In this episode, Allan and Travis discuss the importance of exploring the benefits of using property in a self-managed super fund, including leveraging to maximize returns and secure a comfortable retirement. 💡 Travis discusses the advantages of buying property in a self-managed super fund,...
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EP25 | Melbourne, The Sleeping Giant
Melbourne has been overlooked in the property market due to the shiny object syndrome and the focus on other hot markets. However, it offers great fundamentals for long-term investment. Melbourne has been underrated due to the focus on other markets with short-term gains. The property growth…
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EP24 | I'm Sitting On the Fence, Should I Wait To See What Happens To Interest Rates?
In this episode, Allan and John discuss whether investors should wait for interest rates to drop further before investing. They emphasize that there is never a perfect time to invest and that market sentiment should not dictate investment decisions. 🏢 Property investing is often driven by fear…
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EP23 | Interview with David Klingberg, Town Planner
In this episode, Allan interviews David Klingberg, a town planner, to discuss the influence of town planning on property investments. They explore the different roles of town planners and the importance of strategic planning in creating a vision for a place. David shares how he became a town...
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EP22 | How Use Your Tax Dollars To Invest In Property
In this episode, Allan and John discuss how to reduce your tax through property investing. They highlight the significance of paying close to a million dollars in taxes over a career and emphasize the importance of understanding the potential tax benefits of property investing. 💰 Paying close to…
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EP21 | The Dream Team: 5 Experts Every Property Investor Needs Around Them
This episode discusses the five key people you need to surround yourself with in order to build a successful property portfolio. These include an acquisition specialist, a finance broker, a property manager, a tax strategist, and a financial planner. 🏢 An acquisition specialist is crucial for...
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EP20 | Why Every Property Investor Needs A Team of Experts Around Them
This episode discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with a team of experts when it comes to property investing. John and Allan share conversations they’ve had with investors who made costly mistakes due to not having the right advisors. One example is setting up a self-managed super fund...
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EP19 | Rentvesting - What is it, and is it right for me?
In this episode of Property Soup, Allan and John discuss the concept of rent vesting, which is the strategy of renting where you live and investing in properties that are not your primary residence. They debunk the conventional wisdom that buying a home first is the only logical choice and…
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EP18 | If You Had $1,000,000 To Spend On Property, Should You Buy 1, 2 or 3 Properties?
John and Allan discuss the question of whether it’s better to invest a million dollars in one property or to spread it across two or three properties. They explore the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches, including factors such as rental yield, capital growth, cash flow, and risk...
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EP17 | 2023 Property Market in Review and What to Expect in 2024
In this episode, Allan and John discuss what happened in the property market in 2023 and what to expect in 2024. They highlight the fear and uncertainty experienced by many due to shifting market conditions. They also discuss the lack of supply in the market, rising interest rates, and the rental...
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EP16 | Interview with Will Tong - Commercial Property Investing
Episode Summary In this episode of Property Soup, John and Allan interview William Tong, a commercial buyers agent and property strategist with 21 years of experience in the industry. They discuss the benefits of investing in commercial property and the role of a buyers agent. Highlights 🏢...
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EP15 | Escape the Mortgage Trap & Pay Off Your Home Off in Half the Time or Less - Part II
Summary In this episode John and Allan discuss specific strategies to pay off a mortgage in 10 years or less. They explore the concept of leveraging more properties to achieve financial freedom and address the fear of taking on more debt. Highlights The previous episode covered simple steps to...
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EP14 | Escape the Mortgage Trap & Pay Off Your Home Off in Half the Time or Less - Part I
This episode of Property Soup dives into the mortgage trap, where people find themselves paying mostly interest and barely any principal on their mortgage for the first 10-15 years. Allan and John discuss the frustration of home owners in this situation and explore the concept of the mortgage...
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EP13 | Debrief: Lessons Learned from A Veteran Property Investor
In this episode, Allan and John discuss the lessons learned from the previous conversation with veteran property investor Morry. They highlight the importance of overcoming fear, having a clear vision, and embracing failure as a learning opportunity. Highlights 💡 Success is not based on luck…
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EP12 | Prosperity in Property: Morry's 20 Year Journey Investing in Property and Shares
In this podcast episode, the Allan interviews his neighbour, Morry, who successfully built a property portfolio of seven properties over a 14-year journey. Moryy shares his wisdom and insights about life, property investment, and the importance of overcoming fear and having the right mindset....
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EP11 | Using Macro and Micro Data to Find A Good Property
In this episode, Allan and John discuss the importance of macro and microeconomic data when investing in property. They emphasize the significance of looking at the big picture (macro) and then zooming in (micro) to find the right investment opportunities. Highlights 🌐 Macro data involves...
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EP10 | Finding The Perfect Time To Invest
In this episode of Property Soup, hosts John and Allan tackle the widespread myths about pinpointing the perfect moment to invest in real estate. They take a deep dive into the psychological hurdles that often hold investors back, emphasizing the critical role of financial readiness. They also...
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EP9 | Interview with Mark Sing - Buying Property Through SMSF
This episode features a really insightful conversation with 20-year industry veteran Mark Sing. Over the course of the conversation, Allan and John talk with Mark about the reasons Self Managed Super Funds are consistently becoming more utilized by numerous investors who want to take charge of...
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EP8 | Property Investing 101 - Part 2: Avoiding Rookie Errors
So now that we're aware of the fundamentals, where do things go wrong for most first-timers? Allan and John explore both sides of the coin... There are two kinds of mistakes that most first-time investors are prone to falling into. The first kind is to try and make a new, uncomfortable process...
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EP7 | Property Investing 101 - Part 1: Empowering You to Review Investment Performance
In this episode, Allan and John cover the fundamentals for becoming financially literate as a property investor - getting a clear understanding of capital growth, leverage, rental yield, and cash flow. But let's be clear, this episode is about a hell of a lot more than getting some textbook...
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EP6 | Interview with Hung and Gabe from Strategic Brokers
Welcome to our first guests! This is a great roundtable discussion involving sheep sh*t, valuers, hairy moles, crystal balls, Lucky Uncles, Dance Dance Revolution, poker tournaments…. Oh, and we uncover some great things about property and finance too!!! In this episode Allan and John interview...
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EP5 | How Much Will You Need to Retire Comfortably?
Why Invest? In this episode, Allan and John break down some of the nuts and bolts of why investing is so important… and why drawing a line in the sand setting a target that's true to your needs before you run out and just start buying some sh*t is so crucial. This isn’t about mental masturbation...
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EP4 | Australian Property Market Time Travel
GREAT SCOTT!!! It’s time to go BACK… to the Future? In this episode, take a trip with Allan and John in the Podcast Delorean. We review market cycles going all the way back to the 1960s and examine how history has this funny little knack of repeating itself. More importantly, for today's…
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EP3 | Australia... The Lucky Country?
In this episode, John and Allan talk about something deeply personal… the reality of retirement poverty that most Australians are facing if they don’t take action and why this is a particular risk for migrant families. The big picture statistics are scary enough: two-thirds of Australians retire…
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EP2 | The Rental Crisis: How Did We Get Here?
In this episode, John and Allan dive down the rabbit hole that is the ongoing rental crisis affecting the Australian property market. This episode takes a comprehensive view of the question, “How did we get here?” Get ready to take a deep dive down the rabbit hole to look at population growth,...
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EP1 | Breaking Down Fears and Beliefs in Property Investing
Welcome to Episode One! For their first episode, you’d think a couple of Property Nerds would be talking about property, right? Of course not! Before that, we start with the most important part of investment decision-making... your mind. In this episode, Allan and John dive into the first thing…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Dive into "Property Soup," a flavourful blend of property investing tips, market news, and mindset management. Hosted by Buyers Agents & Property Strategists, Allan Cuevas and Travis Breheny, this podcast serves a diverse menu from getting started in investing to the latest market trends. It's your one-pot wonder of practical advice with a dash of the mindset of investing. Tune in weekly for a hearty serving of insights and inspiration to fuel your own successful property investments. Enjoy a delicious helping of Property Soup!
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Allan Cuevas, Travis Breheny
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