Property Culture

The Reality of Renovating: Lessons From the Trenches

Eight weeks after settling on her Camberwell property, Tabitha is deep in the midst of a complete renovation, and she’s sharing everything she’s learnt so far. From minor plans to gutting the property completely, navigat

The relocation playbook: Julie's story

Julie spent 60 years living in Tasmania, building a career she loved as a primary school principal. When retirement arrived, she decided it was time for her next adventure - a fresh start in Melbourne. There was just one

The $30K Reno Rule: Where to Spend & Where to Save

We've all seen renovation budgets blow out. What starts as a few cosmetic updates somehow turns into a full-scale renovation... and before you know it, you've spent far more than you'll ever get back. In this week's epis

Behind the contract with Ace Conveyancing

This week on the Property Culture Podcast, we're joined by Zoe Ho, Director of Ace Conveyancing. With a unique background as both a former real estate sales agent and now an experienced conveyancer, Zoe brings a rare per

5 Costly mistakes buyers are making right now

This week, we're diving into the five biggest mistakes we're seeing property buyers make right now. With the market shifting, lending conditions changing, and more competition building behind the scenes, making the wrong

The questions to ask your prospective Buyers Agent according to Consumer Affairs Vic

Real Deals: From off-market opportunity to auction day win

This week, Tabitha shares a real deal case study following two young first home buyers searching for a renovated home while juggling busy schedules. We originally found the property off market, but after the vendor rejec

Melbourne’s most overrated suburbs

Melbourne’s property market is full of hype, world’s most liveable city they say! But not all suburbs stack up. In this episode, we unpack the suburbs that get talked up the most and ask the hard question: are they actua

Back in the Hot Seat: Sammy Brownlee Returns

She’s back. In this episode, we sit down again with our Buyer’s Assistant, Sammy Brownlee, to talk about what’s changed since her first appearance, what she’s seeing on the ground right now, and the lessons that only com

Before You Buy: A Building Inspector’s Perspective

Before you fall in love with a property, it pays to know what’s really going on behind the walls. In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Harris from Elevate Building & Pest Inspections to uncover what buyers should be loo

Body Corporates Explained: What Buyers Need to Know

Body corporates can feel confusing, expensive, and intimidating, especially for buyers seeing them for the first time. In this episode, we break down what body corporates really mean, how they work, and when they should

From Entry-Level to Dream Home: Melbourne at $800k, $1.2m & $2m

In this episode, we break down what we'd buy with different budgets in Melbourne’s property market in 2026. From $800k entry-level options through to $1.2m family homes and $2m premium properties, we explore the suburbs,

The 10 Questions Every Buyer Should Be Asking

In this episode, we walk through 10 key questions every buyer should be asking pre purchase. How to get specific and helpful information around the sales campaign, vendor motivations, contracts, buyer competition, settle

From the Field to Finance with Ray Chamberlain

We’re joined by Ray Chamberlain from Chamberlain & Co. Many of you may know Razor Ray from his time on the field as a beloved AFL umpire. Off the field he works closely with buyers and investors navigating the finance si

Real Deals: Buying in Frankston for Interstate Investors

We’re zooming in on the Frankston property market, breaking down current conditions on the ground and why the area continues to attract strong buyer and investor interest. We discuss recent investment purchases in the ar

The year that was... Our Biggest one yet!

In our final episode of Property Culture for 2025, we’re reflecting on an unforgettable year. From assisting over 100 clients to celebrating our best year yet, it was big… exhausting, and incredibly rewarding. We talk th

Behind the Blueprint: Melbourne Architecture & Renovation Tips

This week on Property Culture, we’re joined by Lachlan Dettmer, lead architect and one of the founding partners of By Mysa, for an inspiring chat about Melbourne design, renovations, and the art of creating homes that tr

From first look to final deal - Finding the perfect property

In this week’s episode of Property Culture, we take you behind the scenes of a real client journey, a young family searching for their dream home in Melbourne’s inner north. With a clear understanding of this family’s ne

Off the Rails: When Property Agents Play by Their Own Rules

In this week’s episode, we dive into the unpredictable world of rogue agents, those bold salespeople who decide to take their own path, for better or worse. From hilarious tales of agents improvising on the fly to eyebro

Buying Blind: The risks and realities of buying property sight-unseen

In this episode of Property Culture, we’re diving into one of the most debated topics in real estate right now - buying property sight unseen. With technology making virtual inspections easier than ever, more buyers and