Phillip Tarrant

Phillip Tarrant

AUTHOR | No. of articles: 160

Phillip Tarrant is one of Australia’s leading property commentators, with more than a decade at the forefront of conversations shaping the nation’s property investment market. As the long-time host of the Smart Property Investment Show and a regular commentator across property, finance and business, Phillip has interviewed thousands of investors, economists, advisers, brokers, agents and industry leaders, giving him a unique perspective on the trends, policies and market forces influencing Australian property. Beyond property commentary in the media, Phillip is an active property investor himself, with first-hand experience building and managing a diversified property portfolio across multiple markets and cycles. His insights combines this practical investor perspective with deep exposure to the broader property and financial services ecosystem. Phillip is also CEO and co-founder of Managed, an Australian property payments and technology platform transforming the way property managers, landlords and tenants manage rental payments and property transactions. Through his writing, podcasts and industry engagements, Phillip focuses on cutting through market noise, challenging conventional thinking and helping investors make more informed, strategic decisions. His commentary regularly explores property markets, lending, taxation, regulation, investment strategy and the changing dynamics of Australia’s housing sector.


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Why we bought in Springfield, Queensland
There’s often a certain sense of feeling conflicted when writing this column, which reflects our experience of building a property portfolio. I share a lot of information ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Sun, 15 Jun 2014
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Renovating in Woodridge, Queensland
As a journalist I’m always looking for an angle for any piece that I write. It gives the article sizzle, strikes emotion and draws a response. It’s the key to all good ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Thu, 15 May 2014
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How we'll make renovating long distance work
The ink has now dried on the contract, settlement has taken place and we have the keys to our new two-bedroom town house in Woodridge, Queensland. It’s time to get down ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Tue, 15 Apr 2014
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We've purchased again - and it's a cracker
After a one-year buying hiatus, Smart Property Investment has secured its latest property – one that delivers good rental returns and capital growth potential.
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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Recouping returns from a reno
Drawing on our recent experience renovating a property in Mount Druitt in New South Wales, it is clear just how big the impact of tax and depreciation can be
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Fri, 14 Feb 2014
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Waiting for the right time
While you might be tempted to deviate from your plan with some ‘plum purchases’, you need to keep focused and stay the course.
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Wed, 15 Jan 2014
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Setting yourself up for success
To realise your investment goals you’ve got to get your house in order – which means gaining an intimate understanding of your portfolio. Get this right and you’re on the ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Sun, 15 Dec 2013
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Gearing up for our next purchase
There’s a certain sense of madness about at the moment in the property market.
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Thu, 14 Nov 2013
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Mount Druitt renovation: part 4
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Tue, 15 Oct 2013

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