Wondering how to make your property stand out in today’s market?

In this episode, Belinda Botzolis dives into property valuation and market trends, giving you insider knowledge on Sydney’s real estate landscape. From hot spots to watch, areas that might be cooling down, to how renovations can boost your property’s value, we cover it all. We also unpack the pros and cons of granny flats—are they really worth it?

If you're looking for ways to maximise your property's potential, this episode has the tips and strategies you need.

Timestamps

00:00 - Intro

4:42 - Sydney Property Market Trends and Affordability Insights

8:52 - Sydney Suburbs Property Market, Cultural Diversity, and Family Dynamics

13:25 - When Trusts Work and When They Don’t

20:39 - Trusts in Property Investment Pros and Cons Explained

26:03 - Investment Properties: Granny Flats, Renovations, and Smart Risk Management

32:08 - Maximising Home Value with Strategic Renovation Tips

About Belinda:

Belinda Botzolis is a seasoned property valuer with over 17 years of experience, having assessed approximately 15,000 properties and valued nearly $12 billion in real estate. She holds a Bachelor of Business with a major in Property Economics and is an Associate Member of the Australian Property Institute.

Belinda is also a Registered Tax Agent, specialising in tax depreciation schedules. Known as “The Valuer,” she offers personalised consultations to help clients make informed property decisions, blending her deep expertise with a genuine commitment to client success.

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https://addvaluer.com/

About Aaron:

Aaron-Christie David founded Atelier Wealth, a Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) approved Mortgage Broker. Aaron’s focus is clear – supporting property investors to make confident decisions to build their property portfolio. He has been recognised in the MPA Top 100 Broker rankings for the last three years.

With over 10 years of financial services experience, with a career spanning Wizard Home Loans and Commonwealth Bank, Aaron's decision to become a broker was to help more Australians fearlessly buy investment properties to achieve intergenerational wealth.

Connect with Aaron:

Visit the website: https://atelierwealth.com.au/

Follow the Australian Investment Property Podcast’s Official Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/aupropertyinvestmentpodcast/

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