Last week in Episode 548, we unpacked the hidden advantages of using a buyer’s agent — from accessing off-market purchases to negotiating like a pro.

But this week?

We’re lifting the lid on the other side of the coin.

Here's what we cover:
👉 What are the cons of using a buyer’s agent?
👉 What are the 6 hidden risks you need to know before you sign anything?
👉 And how do you tell the difference between a true professional… and someone who’s just good at marketing themselves online?

If you’re even thinking about using a buyer’s agent — or just want to avoid costly mistakes — this episode is your ultimate guide.

P.S. Want a quick, foolproof way to make sure you’re choosing the right buyer’s agent? Download our free "How to Look for a Buyer’s Agent" checklist in the "Free Stuff Mentioned" below! 😊

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• Our New Book is out now; We’re going LIVE in Sydney! 📍
  How to Retire on $3,000 a Week officially hit shelves two weeks ago — To celebrate the book launch, we’re also hosting a special LIVE Book Launch event in partnership with Dymocks:
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  🕕 6:00pm – 7:30pm
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  🎟 Entry is $12 (As set my Dymocks 😊 This includes light refreshments + alcohol)
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• Not sure how to select a Buyer’s Agent? Here’s your ultimate checklist!
  To make sure you’ve got all the great tips from this episode, we’ve created your foolproof checklist on what a Buyer’s Agent is and how to select one.
  👉 Read it now!
  
• Searching for a forever home? Work with our Owner-Occupier focused Buyer’s Agents!
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More and more Aussies are turning to rentvesting—renting where they want to live while investing where they can afford.

But while rentvesting is a smart strategy for many, there’s a crucial piece of the puzzle most investors overlook: Have you set up your bank accounts and loan structure correctly?

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 237 | Q&A: Barefoot Investor or MoneySMARTS – What’s the Difference, Loan Structure for Rentvestors, Pros & Cons of Buying a Company Title Property and more!

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Is a Buyer’s Agent worth it… or just another expense?

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood roles in the property game: The Buyer’s Agent.

Following the cautionary tale from Jayson in episode 545, we’re diving deep into:

✅ What a buyer’s agent actually does (and what they shouldn’t be doing)
✅ Who needs one — and who probably doesn’t
✅ How to tell if your buyer’s agent is working in your best interest
✅ The red flags to avoid (like hidden commissions, rookie mistakes, and slick sales tactics)
✅ And the 8-step process great BAs use to deliver results

Whether you're an overwhelmed first-time buyer, a busy professional, or just wondering if a buyer’s agent is worth the fee, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and the right questions to ask. Tune in now!

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• Our brand-new book is OUT NOW! 🎉
  How to Retire on $3,000 a Week hit the shelves two days ago — and it’s your step-by-step playbook to building passive income through property.
  Grab your copy at:
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  • Big W
  • Booktopia
  • Angus & Robertson
  • Dymocks
  • QBD Books
• Guests & Episodes Mentioned:
  • 545 | Burnt-Out Vans, Mouldy Eaves & Broken Trust: A Cautionary Buyer’s Agent Tale

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Our brand-new book How to Retire on $3,000 a Week – The Property Couch’s Playbook for Passive Property Investing hits stores TODAY!

In this bonus episode, Bryce & Ben share some behind-the-scenes stories—including what inspired them to write another book (even after swearing the last one was their final!).

Plus... find out how you can join them (and The Stig) LIVE in Sydney to celebrate: thepropertycouch.com.au/dymocks

How to Retire on $3,000 a Week is available at major bookstores near you, including Amazon, Big W, Booktopia, Dymocks and QBD Books.

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What would you do if your investment property hadn’t moved in value in six years… but your gut said, “Just hang in there a bit longer”?

In this week’s Q&A episode, we’re answering four big listener questions — and unpacking some of the trickiest real-life property dilemmas out there today:

Here’s what we answer:

🔹 Sam is stuck with a unit in Penrith that’s underperformed for years. Should he sell and start fresh — or is it worth holding for Western Sydney’s future growth?

🔹 Scott is in his mid-50s with a $2M home, healthy super, and a positively geared investment property in Logan. He’s downsizing soon… but is his plan the right one?

🔹 Ethan, a past guest, just lost a property to demolition — and he’s now looking into rooming houses. High yield, low vacancy… but what’s the catch?

🔹 Viv owns four rooming houses returning 10%, but wants to know: Can she exit smoothly, or will semi-commercial status tie her hands in retirement?

Whether you’re navigating poor-performing properties or plotting your next big pivot — this one’s packed with practical, real-world advice. Listen now!

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• FINAL WEEK: Give the gift of sight
  Next week, the team heads to Bali to visit the John Fawcett Foundation and see the impact your donations are making — restoring eyesight for those who need it most.
  
  But there’s still time to be part of it! If you’ve been meaning to give but haven’t yet — this is your chance.
  
  Every $25 donation funds a cataract surgery, and every surgery changes a life forever. 👉 Donate now!
  
  
• The RBA has cut interest rates! Could this be the start of a new rate-cut cycle?
  Tune in to Ben’s LIVE cash rate announcement, where we cover this and deep dive into the local and global trends shaping Ben and Evan Lucas’ outlook. Listen now >>
  
• Guests & Episodes Mentioned:
  • Julia Hartman
  • 471 | How He Built His $2.3M Property Portfolio After Leaving School At Just 16 – Chat with Ethan

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The RBA has officially cut the cash rate by 25 basis points—and for the first time in over a year, we’re seeing meaningful rate relief reach borrowers. NAB was first to act, with all Big Four banks passing on the cut in full within an hour of the announcement.

But with multiple more cuts predicted for the remainder of 2025… how low will rates actually go?

💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy? Now is the perfect time to review your mortgage options.

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In Ep 546, Bryce is joined by returning guest Dave Robertson—Head of Property Wealth Planning at Empower Wealth—to dive deep into one of the scariest (and most common) traps in property investing:

The Frankenstein Portfolio.

These portfolios are stitched together from forums, free seminars, and flashy Finfluencer advice…

but lack one crucial ingredient: a plan.

👉 If you missed our intro to the concept, check out Ep 543: What Is a Frankenstein Portfolio?

In this follow-up episode, we’re going one step further and revealing how to fix it — with 3 real-life investor case studies.

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• Over 5,000 lives changed through strategic property planning 🎉
  Our financial advisory, Empower Wealth, has officially created 5,000 Property Wealth Plans—that’s thousands of aspiring Aussies, their families and future generations gaining clarity, structure, and a clear path toward financial peace.
  
  This means:
  💼 More than $10.5 billion in property recommendations
  🏡 Over 9,400 investment properties suggested through strategic planning, and
  ✅ Countless lives changed with structured, tailored roadmaps to wealth!
  
  A huge thank you to our brilliant advisory team and clients who’ve trusted us with their journey. 🙏
  
  Want to see how a property plan would look with your goals? Book a free initial chat with our team today >>
  
  
• Want a copy of How to Retire on $3,000 a Week — before it hits bookstores? 📘
  To celebrate Bryce’s 50th birthday and raise funds to restore eyesight for 100 people in Indonesia, we’re gifting a copy of the new book to anyone who donates $100 or more to the John Fawcett Foundation.
  
  ✔️ 100% of your donation goes directly to sight-saving surgeries
  ✔️ You’ll receive the book before it hits shelves
  
  Simply:

1. Donate $100+ at 👉 thepropertycouch.com.au/donation
2. Forward your receipt to 📩 info@thepropertycouch.com.au
   
   We’re halfway to our $10,000 goal, with just days to go. Every donation counts!

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In today’s bonus episode, Ben shares key highlights from his recent Talking Property Tax conversation with tax expert Julia Hartman—covering what smart investors need to know before 30 June.

From HECS/HELP debt changes to interest prepayments, land tax rules, and advance rental payments on commercial property, this episode is your end-of-financial-year tax health check.

For the original episode, tune in here: How to Boost Your Tax Return in 2025: Ben & Julia’s Hot Tips

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