No BS With Birchy

• Why Every Lender Thinks Differently | No BS With Birchy | EP 219

  In this episode, Nathan is joined by Sumit from Zinger Finance to discuss the recent major changes in the lending landscape.They also explore government schemes like Help to Buy, the operational costs of multiple trusts, and practical solutions for navigating the current lending environment. A must-listen for anyone building a property portfolio in today's market. 00:00 - Welcome & introduction 02:32 - Recent bank policy changes  03:22 - Hidden costs of trust structures 05:29 - What is DTI (Debt-to-Income) 06:34 - High cashflow properties = borrowing power 07:41 - 3 key tools regulators use to control lending 08:27 - Understanding buffer rates 09:32 - Supply vs demand and why prices keep rising 10:46 - The government incentive schemes 14:37 - Buying a $1M property with $20k deposit 18:09 - Market cycles and what 2016-2019 taught us 20:42 - Bank vs non-bank lenders 23:13 - Interest rate realities 25:01 - Why some investors avoid building their portfolio 27:12 - Processing delays 29:52 - Macquarie & CommBank trust lending changes 32:04 - The social media 'infinite lending' problem 35:35 - How some trust structures can limit growth 39:33 - Why having ther right team around you is key 42:19 - Planning, planning & planning Make your move on your property journey today: https://binvested.com.au/make-your-move-now/ What are your thoughts on this video? Share them below and show us some love if you found this video useful. 😊 **DISCLAIMER** The following videos have been prepared by Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd ACN (154 400 370). The factual information ("information") provided in this website and the following videos is general in nature only and does not constitute any type of financial advice and is not intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. The information has been prepared without considering your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information provided in this website and in the following videos you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd is not a financial advisor. Before making any decision, it is important that you should seek appropriate legal, tax, financial and other professional advice before you make any decision regarding any information mentioned in this communication, its website and the following videos. Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of this material, no warranty is given in respect of the information provided and accordingly neither Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd nor its related entities, affiliate companies, employees or agents shall be liable on any ground whatsoever with respect to decisions or actions taken as a result of you acting upon such information. We can provide access to our Investor Relations team should you wish to speak to them. Please contact 1300 367 925 to speak to a member of the Investor Relations team.  

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• How I Gave Myself A $200K Raise | No BS With Birchy | EP 218

  In this episode, Nathan reveals how he gave himself a $200k annual pay rise through a simple rent review across his property portfolio. He shares his journey from using rental increases to fund his first home purchase to now generating nearly $4,000 per week in additional income. Listen in for tips on cash flow, loan restructuring, and the power of compounding after 22 years of property investing. 00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - How I gave myself a $200,000 pay rise 01:03 - The journey begins - buying my first house to live in 02:18 - The recent purchase that sparked the rent review 02:51 - The rent review process and $200K result 03:59 - What comes after building a foundation portfolio? 04:11 - Loan restructuring saves $2 million annually 04:36 - Portfolio refinement and maximizing potential 06:03 - Buying 25 properties this year with cash 07:21 - Properties printing new properties every month 08:22 - Why focus on residential properties under $200K 09:02 - The compounding effect in action 09:57 - Understanding the power of compounding 10:33 - The property farm concept 10:54 - Goal of 10,000 properties for future generations 12:22 - The excitement of seeing compounding in action 13:00 - Reflection on the milestone achievement 13:41 - The power of inflation and having the right assets Make your move on your property journey today: https://binvested.com.au/make-your-move-now/ What are your thoughts on this video? Share them below and show us some love if you found this video useful. 😊 **DISCLAIMER** The following videos have been prepared by Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd ACN (154 400 370). The factual information ("information") provided in this website and the following videos is general in nature only and does not constitute any type of financial advice and is not intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. The information has been prepared without considering your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information provided in this website and in the following videos you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd is not a financial advisor. Before making any decision, it is important that you should seek appropriate legal, tax, financial and other professional advice before you make any decision regarding any information mentioned in this communication, its website and the following videos. Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of this material, no warranty is given in respect of the information provided and accordingly neither Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd nor its related entities, affiliate companies, employees or agents shall be liable on any ground whatsoever with respect to decisions or actions taken as a result of you acting upon such information. We can provide access to our Investor Relations team should you wish to speak to them. Please contact 1300 367 925 to speak to a member of the Investor Relations team.  

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• Why Haven't You Pulled Your Finger Out | No BS With Birchy | EP 217

  In this episode, Nathan touches on the realities of what hesitation in property can be costing you. If another year has gone by and you haven't started your property journey, this episode is for you. Listen in as he dives into the most common hesitations and ways to combat them. Is 2026 the year you break free from your own barriers to enter the market? 00:00 Introduction 01:48 - Take an honest look at why you didn't in 2025 02:44 - From $290k revalued at  $420k 04:19 - The breakdown 05:30 - Ye old unit v house excuses 06:30 - Birchy's portfolio breakdown and insane unit growth 08:59 - Blocking out the external noise 10:42 -  Assessing risks and making decisions 13:10 - No plan, no clarity 15:20 - Letting go of the money can be daunting 16:24 - Not everyone can be an investor 17:03 - The whole purpose is to replace active income! 18:29 - Building your position to enjoy the second half of life 20:00 - Everyone should be living the life they want, start now!

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• Buying Property With Friends | No BS With Birchy | EP 216

  In this episode, Nathan tackles a contested topic of discussion in the property world, buying property with friends. Nathan outlines some of the (little) pros and (many) cons of purchasing with another party and what it can mean for your future. Nathan details some common scenarios and highlights what can go wrong, very quickly. An important episode you'll want on your ilst for the week! 00:00 - Introduction 00:22 - A friend, sibling, partner 'others' 02:00 - "Big, big, big problem…" 02:52 - The risks far outweigh the benefits 03:43 - The sibling scenario 05:02 - The parent & child scenario 05:58 - The spouse scenario 08:00 - New elements create new blurred lines in friendships 08:32 - Birchy's '5 Year' lens - thinking ahead, not right now 09:50 - If you had to, you need a professional legal agreement 10:40 - Guarantor - another level of complexity 11:32 - Exit strategies are key to mitigate risks 12:32 - WWBD in 2025 (What would Birchy do?) Make your move on your property journey today: https://binvested.com.au/make-your-move-now/ What are your thoughts on this video? Share them below and show us some love if you found this video useful. 😊 **DISCLAIMER** The following videos have been prepared by Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd ACN (154 400 370). The factual information ("information") provided in this website and the following videos is general in nature only and does not constitute any type of financial advice and is not intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. The information has been prepared without considering your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information provided in this website and in the following videos you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd is not a financial advisor. Before making any decision, it is important that you should seek appropriate legal, tax, financial and other professional advice before you make any decision regarding any information mentioned in this communication, its website and the following videos. Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of this material, no warranty is given in respect of the information provided and accordingly neither Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd nor its related entities, affiliate companies, employees or agents shall be liable on any ground whatsoever with respect to decisions or actions taken as a result of you acting upon such information. We can provide access to our Investor Relations team should you wish to speak to them. Please contact 1300 367 925 to speak to a member of the Investor Relations team.  

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• Take Advantage Of The Quiet Time Of The Year | No BS With Birchy | EP 215

  In this episode, Nathan shares timely reminders about capitalizing on the end-of-year quiet period in property investing. From getting finance-ready and positioning yourself with agents, to conducting your annual portfolio review and planning for 2026, Nathan reveals why December and January consistently deliver some of the best deals. Tune in and discover how to turn the holiday season into your competitive advantage. Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - Getting ready for the end of the year 01:25 - The market can dry out 02:15 - Negotiation leverage and opportunities 03:12 - Getting yourself ready to take advantage over the Christmas/New Year period 05:51 - Positioning yourself to agents 06:16 - Showing commitment gets you the deal 07:39 - Nathan's 17-year track record: the best deals happen in December/January 08:08 - Year-end reflection: what went well, what didn't and planning for the year ahead 09:51 - Portfolio assessment: which properties are performing, which need help? 10:25 - The Christmas party - choices, options and decisions 11:17 - How you spend your downtime matters   Make your move on your property journey today: https://binvested.com.au/make-your-move-now/   What are your thoughts on this video? Share them below and show us some love if you found this video useful. 😊   **DISCLAIMER**   The following videos have been prepared by Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd ACN (154 400 370). The factual information ("information") provided in this website and the following videos is general in nature only and does not constitute any type of financial advice and is not intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. The information has been prepared without considering your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information provided in this website and in the following videos you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd is not a financial advisor. Before making any decision, it is important that you should seek appropriate legal, tax, financial and other professional advice before you make any decision regarding any information mentioned in this communication, its website and the following videos. Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of this material, no warranty is given in respect of the information provided and accordingly neither Binvested.com.au Pty Ltd nor its related entities, affiliate companies, employees or agents shall be liable on any ground whatsoever with respect to decisions or actions taken as a result of you acting upon such information. We can provide access to our Investor Relations team should you wish to speak to them. Please contact 1300 367 925 to speak to a member of the Investor Relations team.

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