You have 0 free articles left this month.
Advertisement

The 2026 investing playbook: How to win in today’s market

23 FEB 2026 By Robyn Tongol 2 min read Investor Strategy
In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, editor Liam Garman sits down with Future Proof Property Advisory’s Dawn Fouhy to unpack how investors can align their strategy with today’s market cycle – and which mistakes investors must leave in 2025.
dawn fouhy spi xvjuyv

Fouhy unpacks the fundamentals that matter most, from understanding market cycles to spotting suburbs where growth is driven by owner-occupiers rather than speculation. She challenges investors to think beyond hype and focus on what will truly create long-term wealth.

As interest rates and lending settings normalise, Fouhy reflects on how investors need to adjust their strategies to today’s market, showing why a mortgage-free pathway can unlock time, flexibility, and freedom, sometimes in ways counterintuitive for a buyer’s agent.

Looking back at 2023–2025, she reveals the mistakes investors must avoid, from chasing trends to over-leveraging, and explains how a disciplined, fundamentals-first approach can prevent costly missteps.

Fouhy wraps up the podcast outlining what separates outperformers from the rest: adaptability, clarity on personal goals, and the ability to make informed decisions even when markets shift. Through rentvesting, selective suburb strategies, and an understanding of government policy, Fouhy paints a roadmap for those willing to play the long game.

 
 

If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, X and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email [email protected] for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

You need to be a member to post comments. Become a member for free today!