The Double Shot

I’ll Take Your Word For It

James Mitch discuss:
- Post-Alfred check in.
- Melbourne went off on the weekend.
- WA Election round up.
- Dutton pushing for WFH – what impact does it have on property?
- 5 years on from Covid – property landscape before and after.
- Trump’s tariffs – what do they mean and impact?
- Buy/Sell
- Who am I?
 
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Australia’s Urban Evolution with Simon Kuestenmacher

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred has disrupted our regular programming, so we’re bringing you a timely and insightful conversation between James and a special guest. This week, The Demographics Group’s Simon Kuestenmacher unpacks the key trends shaping Australia’s cities, workforce, and population. 
 
We explore the role of migration in driving economic growth, how our biggest cities are evolving, and the infrastructure challenges of a growing nation. Simon also dives into the impact of remote work, artificial intelligence, and urban density shifts—revealing what these changes mean for housing, jobs, and liveability.
 
What will Sydney and Melbourne looks like as 10 million people cities the size of London and Seoul?
 
Despite the challenges, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about Australia’s future. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the forces shaping the nation and what they mean for investors, homeowners, and future generations.
 
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Quickshots Q&A #183

- Interest rates are still high - can we expect it to be reduced to 4% by the end of 2025?
- All of the properties near me are starting price 1.6 million, how can we afford this as an investment?
- What’s the best strategy to pay off home loan on PPOR?
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Can We Call Them That?

James and Mitch discuss:
- Tropical Cyclone Alfred
- NRL in Las Vegas: Is it worth the effort?
- New South Wales’ new rezoning laws: Westfield is quick to capitalise!
- CoreLogic data insights and the latest property trends
- Alex shares an interesting article on the 15% foreign resident capital gains withholding tax (FRCGW)
- Blackstone’s Stephen Schwarzman took home how much?!
- Buy/Sell
- Who Am I?
 
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Moving On Very Quickly

James and Mitch discuss:
 - Surfboard vs. bike sales?!
- The top six hobbies in your thirties
- Queensland waiving stamp duty for first-home buyers
- New South Wales rezoning laws—good news for landowners (sort of)
- Buy/Sell
- Who Am I?
 
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The Success Mindset with NRL’s Joe Stimson

This week, we’re doing something a little different. James is joined by Joe Stimson, a professional rugby league player with over 100 NRL games under his belt, including stints with the Melbourne Storm, one of Australia’s most successful sporting organizations.
Beyond his achievements on the field, Joe has built a strong foundation in personal finance and property investing as a client of Custodian. But what truly sets him apart is his high-performance mindset—one that’s driven by goal setting, continuous feedback, and an unwavering commitment to growth.
 
In this episode, we dive into:
- How Joe started setting goals in high school and why that habit has been crucial to his success
- The power of feedback—why embracing it (without taking offense) can be a game-changer in wealth-building, career, and life
- Lessons from elite sport that apply to everyday success, whether in business, health, or relationships
 
Joe’s approach to personal growth is inspiring, and his story is proof that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about mindset. Tune in for an insightful chat, and if you enjoy this kind of episode, let us know—we just might do more of them!
 
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Quickshots Q&A #182

- Do you take into consideration factors such as vacancy, maintenance and property manager fee'swith the properties when calculating cash flow?
- What are your thoughts on NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) investment properties? The yields look great on face value.
- What property profile is the "safe/best" to invest in? (2, 3 or 4 bedrooms)
 
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Down, Down, Down

James and Mitch discuss:
- Where can you get the best coffee in Australia?
- RBA cuts rates (!)
- HECS debts being excluded from borrowing calculations.
- Insurer bashing – are they taking the mickey?
- Buy/Sell
- Who am I?
 
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Quickshots Q&A #181

- At the moment I can purchase a small block of land with a terrace house on it. Am I better to wait and purchase a bigger block with a traditional house on it?
- Do you think the outcome of this years election will have a different impact on property markets depending on who gets in? 
- Can you weigh up the risk and reward of selling a property under the PPR 6-year rule to avoid capital gains tax and reinvest, versus holding onto it?
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East Brisbane Shoe Stealer

James and Mitch discuss:
- Superbowl recap including half time show.
- Mitch and James questionable footwear decisions.
- How much do you need for retirement / financial independence?
- Australia’s most expensive home sale record broken!
- Discretionary spending data and what it means for next week’s rates decision.
- Buy/Sell
- Who am I?
 
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