The Property Couch cover art

The Property Couch

The Property Couch

Written by: Bryce Holdaway & Ben Kingsley
Listen for free

About this listen

Australia’s top property podcast for everyday investors who want real results, not hype.


Originally shaped by long-time hosts Ben Kingsley and Bryce Holdaway, The Property Couch has evolved into a new chapter led by Ben alongside the expanded Couch Crew. The foundations remain the same: practical frameworks, clear thinking, and real stories that help Australians make smarter decisions.


Backed by data, banter, and proudly anti-spruiker since 2015!


W: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/

© 2026 The Property Couch
Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • (LIVE) RBA May 2026 | Why This May Not Be the Last Rate Hike
    May 5 2026

    The RBA just hiked again... and this time it wasn't even close. Eight members voted to raise the cash rate to 4.35%. Only one dissented.

    Ben Kingsley and economist Evan Lucas break down what the 8-1 vote really signals, why the RBA's own forecasts should worry you, and what Ben means when he says "winter is coming for the Australian economy."

    💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy? Let our team help you review your options.


    LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >>

    MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP:
    👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW
    👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW
    👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/

    FREE MASTERCLASS:
    - How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

    FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS:
    - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
    - Make Money Simple Again

    FIND US HERE:
    - Website
    - Instagram
    - Facebook
    - Youtube

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 20 mins
  • The HECS Trick That Could Boost Your Borrowing Power by $100K!!! | FUNdamental Fridays
    May 1 2026

    What if one simple move could put an extra $662 back in your pocket every month… and potentially boost your borrowing power by up to $100,000?

    In this Friday Fundamentals episode of The Property Couch, Ben Kingsley sits down with tax specialist Danish Ahmed to unpack a time-sensitive HECS/HELP strategy that many Australians don’t even realise exists.

    With indexation approaching on June 1, this episode walks through a real-life scenario showing how paying down your HECS debt early could help you avoid extra charges, unlock a tax refund, improve your monthly cash flow, and significantly increase your borrowing capacity if you’re planning to buy property.

    But timing is everything — and missing this window could mean leaving money on the table.

    If you’ve got a HECS or HELP debt, this is one episode you don’t want to scroll past.

    Want us to cover your scenario? Submit your question here: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/

    ⏱️TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 – The $662/month HECS hack explained
    00:28 – Why this strategy is time-sensitive
    00:56 – Real example: $120K income + HECS debt
    02:51 – How indexation impacts your debt
    04:09 – Unlocking $662 in monthly cash flow
    05:00 – Boosting borrowing power by $80K–$100K
    06:08 – Why you must act before June 1
    07:39 – Key takeaways and next steps

    #ThePropertyCouch #HECS #HELPDebt #BorrowingPower #PropertyInvesting #MoneyManagement #PersonalFinance #AussieProperty

    LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >>

    MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP:
    👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW
    👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW
    👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/

    FREE MASTERCLASS:
    - How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

    FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS:
    - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
    - Make Money Simple Again

    FIND US HERE:
    - Website
    - Instagram
    - Facebook
    - Youtube

    Show More Show Less
    9 mins
  • 595 | Building Inspections, Hidden Defects & A Risky Govt. Proposal (Buying a Home | Part 2) - Chat with Paul Baker & Myles Clark
    Apr 30 2026

    A $700 inspection could save you $70,000.

    In Part 2 of our How to Buy a Home series, Ben is joined by leading building inspectors Paul Baker and Miles Clark to unpack one of the most overlooked and financially risky parts of buying property: building and pest inspections.

    You’ll learn:

    ✔️ What a good inspection should (and shouldn’t) cover
    ✔️ How to interpret “major defects” without panicking
    ✔️ The red flags inspectors look for in older homes
    ✔️ How to choose the right inspector (and avoid costly mistakes)
    ✔️ Why Victoria’s proposed pre-purchase inspection reforms could have unintended consequences for buyers=

    Plus, we unpack a controversial proposal that could make vendor-supplied building reports mandatory… and why many in the industry are sounding the alarm.

    🎧 Listen now.


    FREE STUFF MENTIONED

    • Catch Up On Part 1 of the Buying a Home Series 🎧
      Missed Episode 593 on borrowing, search strategy and buying decisions? Start there.
    • Victorian Petition on Rental Reform ✍ (CLOSES 1 MAY)
      Support the petition discussed in the episode:
      • Victorian Parliament Petition (VIC residents only)
      • Change.org Petition (open to all)
    • Find a Qualified Building Inspector 🔍
      Learn more about credentials and due diligence through the Victorian Association of Home Inspectors and trusted inspection providers.
    • Find out more about Paul & Myles:
      • 👉 Inside Out Property Inspections (Paul Baker)
      • 👉 Aus Property Reports (Myles Clark)
    • Read the REIV's "A Blueprint for Marketing of Residential Real Estate in Victoria” (what kickstarted Victoria’s new inspection proposal)

    LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >>

    MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP:
    👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW
    👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW
    👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/

    FREE MASTERCLASS:
    - How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

    FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS:
    - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
    - Make Money Simple Again

    FIND US HERE:
    - Website
    - Instagram
    - Facebook
    - Youtube

    Show More Show Less
    53 mins
No reviews yet