Melbourne’s rental market is running hot. Early 2024 has seen huge numbers at open for inspections, leading to significant rent increases for owners. This surge, while typical from mid-January to…
Listen NowInvesting in property makes sense, investing in the right property takes knowledge. Welcome to the Rewarding Property Decisions podcast.
Join me, Jarrod McCabe of Wakelin Property Advisory, for expert insights into the fundamentals, trends and opportunities to help you create long term wealth through smart property decisions.

Submit your property questions to: podcast@wakelin.com.au
Latest Episode
Most clients come to us with the obvious questions well prepared – what’s my property worth, where should I buy, which agent should I use.
But some of the most consequential questions are the ones that never get asked.
In this episode, Jarrod walks through the questions and actions that buyers and sellers routinely overlook – and explains why the answers can make a material difference to the outcome.
- How time limits on buying services can reveal whether your agent’s motivations are aligned with yours
- Why identifying your most likely buyer is the single question that unlocks every other selling decision
- The owners’ corporation habit that separates properties that hold their value from those that don’t
- Why spending your full budget isn’t always the smartest move.
Previous Episodes
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Listen NowMelbourne’s Spring property season is upon us and many vendors will be gearing-up for their sales campaigns. It’s typically a time when market activity is at its most lively and…
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