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What's happening in property investing news this week in Australia? It's time to find out! We remove all the fluff to bring a neatly packaged news show, designed to keep you on the ball as an Australian Property Investor. Let's see what's making property news headlines this week in Australia. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈👈 Support our amazing show sponsors: Talk to Arjun Paliwal & InvestotKit's team of experts today! 👉 👉 👉https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Story 1: House prices fall in Sydney and Melbourne as interest rates and Iran war fallout spook buyers 1 April 2026 Written by: Luca Ittimani (Business and economics reporter for Guardian Australia) Link: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/apr/01/house-prices-fall-in-sydney-and-melbourne-as-interest-rates-and-iran-war-fallout-spook-buyers Story 2: 15,000 homes and 20+ parks: The latest Sydney hotspot getting a makeover 1 April 2026 Written by: Vivien Topalovic (Property Journalist) Link: https://www.realestate.com.au/news/15000-homes-and-20-parks-the-latest-sydney-hotspot-getting-a-makeover/ Story 3: $107M boost for local road upgrades 2 April 2026 Written by: Kody Cook (Infrastructure Magazine Editor) Link: https://infrastructuremagazine.com.au/107m-boost-for-local-road-upgrades/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of the Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

Fast $100K Equity uplift for just $9K What if adding a single wall could increase your property's value by six figures? In this episode, Todd Sloan sits down with Oliver Cheung, Founder and Director of Insighto, to discuss a simple yet powerful strategy property investors can use to add value: creating an extra bedroom by adding walls. Rather than taking on expensive renovations like kitchens or bathrooms, this approach focuses on identifying properties where a small layout change can significantly improve both value and rental appeal. They talk about how to identify the right properties, why understanding the local market matters, and how to spot areas where there is a strong price gap between different bedroom configurations. They also explore a real example where a relatively small renovation cost resulted in a substantial equity uplift and rental increase. If you're looking for practical ways to improve a property's performance without a full-scale renovation, this episode breaks down a strategy that can deliver impressive results when executed. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: Oliver Cheung: 👉👉 https://www.insighto.com.au/ Rob Flux: https://developernetwork.com.au Steve Ash: https://www.propertystrats.com.au/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

Starting at 40 How to build a $4,000,000 Portfolio Many Australians feel like they've "missed the boat" when it comes to property investment once they hit their 40s. In this episode, Todd Sloan and Steve Ash tackle those fears, showing that it's never too late to start and that strategic planning can still deliver significant results. Using a case study of Jenny and Dave, a couple in their early 40s, they explore how to use equity wisely, manage debt, and diversify investments across states to build a $4 million portfolio. They also highlight the importance of cash flow planning, mindset, and personal development to make the journey smoother and more achievable. Listeners are left with practical takeaways: set clear goals, understand your finances, and take deliberate action. With patience, discipline, and the right strategy, starting later in life doesn't mean missing out; it can be the start of a successful investment journey. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: Steve Ash: 👉👉https://www.propertystrats.com.au/ InvestorKit: https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Dawn Fouhy: https://futureproofpropertyadvisory.com.au/ Gilbert Melgar: https://www.suburbsfinder.com.au/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

What's happening in property investing news this week in Australia? It's time to find out! We remove all the fluff to bring a neatly packaged news show, designed to keep you on the ball as an Australian Property Investor. Let's see what's making property news headlines this week in Australia. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈👈 Support our amazing show sponsors: Talk to Arjun Paliwal & InvestotKit's team of experts today! 👉 👉 👉https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Story 1: PODS DEMOLISHED AND SENT TO LANDFILL IN MULTIMILLION DOLLAR BLUNDER Tue 24 Mar 2026 Written by: Peter Carruthers Link: https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/cairns/pods-demolished-and-sent-to-landfill-in-multimillion-dollar-blunder/news-story/4952164e0d842db02cf54f6e652a8ffa Story 2: THREE QUARTERS OF MELBOURNE HOMES NOW SELLING BELOW ASKING PRICE, DATA REVEALS Tue 24 March 2026 Written by: Heath Parkes-Hupton Link: https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/three-quarters-of-melbourne-homes-now-selling-below-asking-price-data-reveals/news-story/22fca005cddaf39e9eb64765e495282d Story 3: HOME BUILDING INDUSTRY FACING COVID-LIKE PRICE SPIKES DUE TO MIDDLE EAST WAR Mon 23 March 2026 Written by: Emilia Terzon Link: https://www.propertycouncil.com.au/property-australia/tasmania-bets-on-structural-reform-to-accelerate-housing-and-infrastructure-delivery Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of the Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.