Property Investor Tales

Stories from the Front Yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. Hosted by the team at Positive Real Estate across Australia in New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier and will inspire you along the way.

Property Investor Tales is a education podcast hosted by Tabitha Bright, with 111 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tabitha Bright hosts Property Investor Tales, a education show with 111 episodes published.

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  Property Investor Tales

  The Top Basic Skills You Need to Invest Successfully

  Aug 16, 202634 min

  In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright hosts solo and discusses the common challenges faced by property investors, emphasising the importance of mindset, emotional intelligence, and community support. She shares insights on navigating the defects process when purchasing new properties, managing expectations, and the significance of planning for success in property investing. Tabitha encourages listeners to develop skills for effective communication and emotional management to enhance their investing experience and achieve long-term success. Chapters 00:00 - Intro and The Journey of Property Investing 03:04 - Mindset and Emotional Intelligence in Investing 05:47 - Navigating Challenges in Property Acquisition 09:10 - The Importance of Community and Support 12:00 - Understanding the Defects Process 14:48 - Managing Expectations and Emotional Responses 18:02 - The Role of Planning in Success 21:07 - Building Skills for Long-Term Success 23:56 - The Transformative Power of Investing 26:50 - Final Thoughts on Success and Planning Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. I love hearing people's property investor tales, so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

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  Episode #142

  The Mindset That Built 3 Properties

  Jul 19, 202637 min

  Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard , where we speak with property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm Head of Coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build long-term wealth through property. In this episode of Property Investor Tales , I sit down with Rebecca Speirs, who shares how resilience, discipline, and a willingness to embrace new challenges have helped her build a growing property portfolio across Australia and New Zealand. After relocating from New Zealand, building a successful contracting career, and navigating an unfamiliar property market, Rebecca took a strategic approach to investing. Through continuous education, careful planning, and the confidence to act when opportunities arose, she acquired three properties in just two years while continuing to grow her income and expand her skill set. This episode is packed with valuable insights on developing the right mindset for investing, preparing for opportunities before they arise, and why building assets—not waiting for the perfect time—is the key to creating long-term financial freedom. Chapters 00:00 Why Only 1% Succeed 00:27 Introduction 03:12 Endurance & Investing Mindset 06:22 Moving to Australia 09:20 Building Wealth Through Contracting 11:30 Buying Three Properties 17:22 Using Equity & Buffers 20:59 Growing Income to Invest More 24:53 Discipline Over Motivation 34:22 Build Assets, Build Freedom Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. I love hearing people's property investor tales, so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at positivementor.com.au

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  Episode #141

  Personal Loan to Buy Property?

  Jul 5, 202623 min

  Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard , where we speak with property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm Head of Coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build long-term wealth through property. In this episode of Property Investor Tales , I sit down with senior coach Jared Redmond to share the inspiring story of Sachin, a client who overcame significant personal setbacks to continue building his property portfolio. After navigating a relationship breakdown and starting with no savings or property of his own, Sachin refused to give up on his financial goals. With the right strategy, education, and support, he secured his first investment property, unlocked substantial equity through strong market growth, and quickly leveraged that success into a second purchase. His journey is proof that even when life throws unexpected challenges your way, the right plan can keep you moving towards financial freedom. This episode is packed with valuable insights on overcoming roadblocks, building wealth through smart property investing, and why staying committed to your long-term strategy can make all the difference. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:29 Welcome 02:53 Starting the Property Journey 05:31 Life Changes & A New Strategy 06:43 Buying the First Investment 08:54 $333K Equity Growth 11:40 Buying Property #2 12:21 What's Next? 15:25 Managing & Growing the Portfolio 16:27 Why Melbourne Is the Next Opportunity 20:13 Lessons from Sachin's Journey 21:42 Wrap Up Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. I love hearing people's property investor tales, so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at positivementor.com.au

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  Episode #140

  The Roadblock Wasn't the Market

  Jun 7, 202640 min

  In this episode of Property Investor Tales , Tabitha Bright and senior coach Vicky Hines share the stories of two experienced investors who thought they had reached the end of their property investing journey—until the right strategy revealed new opportunities. Despite already owning multiple properties, both clients were being held back by lending structures, servicing challenges, and a lack of diversification. Through strategic coaching, specialist finance advice, and a clear understanding of their long-term goals, they were able to unlock equity, restructure their portfolios, improve borrowing capacity, and continue growing their wealth. From uncrossing loans and diversifying across multiple states to using subdivision and debt recycling strategies, this episode highlights the importance of having the right team around you and regularly reviewing your portfolio. If you've ever been told "you can't borrow anymore" or feel stuck in your investing journey, this episode is packed with practical insights on overcoming roadblocks and creating a path forward. The key lesson: successful investors don't stop when they hit a challenge—they find a better strategy. Chapters 00:00 Intro – Why Investors Get Stuck 00:31 Welcome & Episode Overview 03:39 Client Story #1: Trapped by Lending Limits 05:40 Cross-Securitisation Explained 12:20 Restructuring a Portfolio for Growth 16:18 Buying Again: Brisbane & Victoria 17:21 Growing a $5.5M Portfolio 19:51 Client Story #2: From One Property to a Portfolio 22:04 The Wynnum Apartment Success 23:09 Unlocking Equity Through Subdivision 25:05 Debt Recycling & Buying Again 26:08 Completing the Portfolio 30:46 The Importance of Specialist Finance Advice 31:41 Why Investor Education Matters 38:11 Final Lessons & Wrap Up Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. I love hearing people's property investor tales, so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

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  Episode #139

  Clients Who Took Action — And Won

  May 24, 202639 min

  In this episode of Property Investor Tales , Tabitha Bright sits down with long-time coach Vicki Hines to unpack the journeys of clients who weren’t “ready” to invest—but took action anyway. From migrants arriving in Australia with limited borrowing capacity, to families overwhelmed by large mortgages and financial pressure, this episode highlights how strategy, education, and the right support can completely change a financial future. Vicki shares real examples of clients who overcame debt, leveraged off-the-plan opportunities, used debt recycling strategies, and built multi-million-dollar portfolios by staying consistent, coachable, and focused on long-term goals. The key takeaway? You don’t need perfect circumstances to start—you need a plan and the willingness to take action. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:29 Why There’s Never a “Perfect Time” to Start 03:26 Vicki’s Property Investing Journey 06:18 How Coaching & Strategy Work 07:15 Why Melbourne & Sydney Are Opportunities Right Now 10:50 The Couple Who Couldn’t Borrow Money 13:37 Fixing Costly Financial Mistakes 16:10 Using Off-the-Plan Property as a Strategy 18:18 Buying Their First Investment in Melbourne 20:48 How Their Brisbane Investment Exploded in Value 22:36 Building a $4M+ Portfolio 25:22 The Family Trapped by a Big Mortgage 27:47 Using Debt Recycling to Invest 31:24 Why Most Australians Need a Better Plan 33:19 The Power of Delayed Gratification 35:22 The Importance of Accountability & Coaching 38:05 Why You Need to Start Today 38:25 Outro Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. I love hearing people's property investor tales, so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

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