Rentvesting: What You Need to Know Before Taking the Leap

Rentvesting might sound like the answer to getting into the
property market, but is it the right choice for you? In this
episode, we’re unpacking everything you need to think about
before taking this path. From the practical costs and emotional
decisions to the crucial differences between buying as an
investor and as an owner-occupier, we’re covering it all.


And this is not advice to go one way or the other. Let’s be
really clear about that. Our goal is to give you the information
you need to weigh your options, consider your goals, and decide
what’s best for your circumstances. Rentvesting isn’t just about
“getting into the market”—it’s about understanding what comes
next, and how to make it work for you in the long term.


We’ll also touch on the hidden traps, like chasing high rental
yields or overlooking critical long-term factors like capital
growth. Plus, we’ll discuss why location matters so much and why
making the wrong call here can derail your plans. It’s all about
avoiding mistakes while keeping your future goals in sight.


This conversation isn’t just theory—we’re preparing you to make
educated, confident decisions about rentvesting. And if you’ve
got questions about the financial side of things, stay tuned for
upcoming episodes where we’ll dive into those details with the
experts. This is about giving you the tools to plan smart and
avoid regret.


Episode Highlights:


00:00 - Introduction


02:07 - Meighan’s special house of the week


04:18 - Consideration #1: What is your goal?


07:28 - Red flag! Rentvesting is very different from the stepping
stone strategy


06:03 - Consideration #2: What’s your time frame?


08:45 - Consideration #3: Purchasing costs


10:29 - Consideration #4: Running costs


14:43 - What’s a really big mistake most property investors
and/or rentvestors make?


15:20 - Consideration #5: Rent won’t make you rich


17:27 - Consideration #6: Capital growth will make you rich


24:35 - Consideration #7: Location overwhelm and home bias


29:52 - Consideration #8: Danger zones and the need for a
long-term view


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