The PROPERTY DOCTORS, Sydney Australia Novak Properties
NOVAK PROPERTIES CREW and PROPERTY LEGENDS in the industry share their experiences and knowledge. Hacks and tips to make you a smarter property GURU :) Learn with exclusive content, advice, insider info and HOT real estate industry PRO SECRETS. For sale, for lease, residential, commercial, buying off the plan, finance, mortgages, interest rates, first home buyer, investments - all topics covered. The untold real estate info you've been waiting for.
Episodes
1851 episodes
EP. 1626 SIGNAGE JUGGERNAUT — MORE SIGNAGE = MORE MONEY FOR OUR CLIENTS
“Why does it cost so much?”“Because it took 30 years to know which button to press.”That’s experience.In real estate, it’s the same.🏡 Your signboard isn’t just marketing the property—it’s building the agent’s brand<...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1626
•
15:10
EP. 1625 TENANTS GONE MIA NOW WHAT!!!!!????
Property management isn’t always straightforward.Sometimes it’s not just rent arrears — it’s tenant belongings, legal processes, and unexpected situations.💡 Real talk:– You may need to store tenant items– Re-letting can’t ...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1625
•
11:25
EP. 1624 Interest Rates Rise - Impacts On The Market
Markets shift. Rates rise. Headlines get loud.But smart investors stay focused 👊Don’t overthink the noise — work with what’s in front of you.The truth?Higher rates are just a small blip in the bigger picture.💡 Oppor...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1624
•
13:44
EP. 1623 ARE REAL ESTATE AGENTS OVERPAID?
Real estate agents aren’t paid for time — we’re paid for results.If a property doesn’t sell?The agent earns $0.That’s the reality of the industry.On the Northern Beaches, commissions generally sit around <...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1623
•
13:31
NOVAK NEWS - NORTHERN BEACHES MARKET ALERT: STOCK SURGES PAST 1000 LISTINGS!
Real estate on the Northern Beaches is shifting – and it might be the most balanced market we’ve seen in years.Buyers have more choice. Sellers have more time to trade. And with rental vacancy rates around 2–3%, the rental market ...
•
Season 54
•
15:40
EP. 1622 MAKING BUYERS' LIVES EASIER? NSW's NEW PRICE GUIDE CRACK DOWN
🏡 Property price guide reforms are coming.New legislation may soon require agents to publish clear price guides on properties.Sounds great for buyers… but there could be some challenges:⚖️ A single written off...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1622
•
12:27
EP. 1621 - GETTING SPANKED BY HIDDEN INTEREST RISES
🏠 Are you stuck in “mortgage prison”?That’s when you’re locked into a home loan you can’t refinance unless you sell the property.Many homeowners stay with expensive loans because they’re afraid to ask another bank or broker...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1621
•
12:58
EP. 1620 HOW MUCH SHOULD YOUR RENT GO UP?
🏡 Rental market reality checkStock levels are the lowest we’ve seen in years.Rents are rising, competition is tight, and the pressure between landlords and tenants is growing.After nearly 20 years in property management...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1620
•
14:02
EP. 1619 Units Doing Better Than Houses?
🏡 Houses vs Units – What will perform better over the next decade?The Northern Beaches property market has been throwing up some extraordinary unit prices lately… which raises the question: where will houses land in the next 5–...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1619
•
13:46
EP. 1618 THE PRICE IS NOT RIGHT! THE MOST AWKWARD CONVERSATION IN REAL ESTATE
🏡 Why isn’t your property selling? The answer might be simpler than you think.Many sellers assume it’s the marketing, the photos, or the listing description. But in most cases, it comes down to one key factor: price....
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1618
•
13:47
NOVAK NEWS - WHAT CAN YOU BUY FOR $1M IN SYDNEY'S NORTHERN BEACHES?
💰 What does $1M buy in the Northern Beaches in 2026?You might be surprised.From apartments in highly sought-after suburbs like Manly to commercial investments like storage units, there are still plenty of opportunities depe...
•
Season 54
•
14:56
EP. 1617 - THE BEST POSSIBLE TIME TO CALL YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT IS...
🏡 When should you call your real estate agent?Most people only reach out when they’re ready to buy or sell… but the best results usually start months earlier.⏳ Selling? Start the conversation 3–6 months bef...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1617
•
11:25
EP. 1616 - $10K OF STRATA LEVIES JUST TOOK $200K OF YOUR SALE PRICE
💡 Commercial property owners — pay attention to your strata.It might seem like something you can ignore, but those outgoings have a direct impact on your property’s value.Small increases add up fast.Every extra $1 pe...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1616
•
10:51
EP. 1615 - The Journey of a First-Time Commercial Buyer
Commercial property isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy.One example:• Purchase price: under $250k• Rent: $270/week + GST• Approx return: ~7%That’s significantly higher than the typical 2–3% residential yield.And he...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1615
•
15:55
EP. 1614 – Your Next Deposit Without Saving a Dollar? Let’s Talk Equity
Buying property isn’t just about your deposit anymore — it’s about your wage-to-loan ratio too.💰 Banks are lending around 5–6x your income.So earning $80K and trying to buy a $2M home? The numbers won’t stack up.What we...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1614
•
15:38
EP. 1613 - AUCTION CLEARANCE FAKES �� – ARE THEY THE REAL GAUGE? OR JUST INFLATED NUMBERS?
Auction clearance rates… are they telling the full story? 🤔1,000 auctions scheduled.700 results reported.500 sold.Headline says 71%.Reality? Closer to 50%.That’s a completely different market.Before makin...
•
12:57
NOVAK NEWS - HOUSES VS UNITS - WHATS THE SMARTER INVESTMENT ON THE NORTHERN BEACHES?
Houses vs Units on the Northern Beaches 🏡115% growth on a $2M house over 10 years? That’s over $4M. Massive.Here’s the split we see 👇• Units = yield & lower entry cost• Houses = long-term capital growthUnits are...
•
Season 54
•
11:18
EP. 1612 Should You Rebuild or Sell? The Numbers Behind the Decision”
Sitting on equity on the Northern Beaches? 🏡Before you sell (and pay stamp duty + agent fees), consider rebuilding or adding a duplex on your current block.More space.Modern design.Potential second income.We checked...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1612
•
15:22
EP. 1611 IS THE MAGIC THE BUSINESS OR THE PROPERTY?
Commercial property isn’t just real estate… it’s strategy. 💼🏢In residential, you might spend $50k on a renovation and see little return.But in commercial?A vacant shop at $600k could be worth $800k+ once tenanted.Buy va...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1611
•
12:55
EP. 1610 Pest Control Showdown: Tenant or Landlord?
Termites, ants, fleas & even overgrown gardens 🐜🌿Who’s responsible — tenant or landlord?✔️ Tenants should report issues early✔️ Landlords should organise regular inspections (it’s tax deductible!)✔️ Annual pest checks ...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1610
•
11:58
EP. 1609 Selling Serotonin, The Fake Hit
💰 “I’ve got the best partners in business… the Australian Government & the banks.” – Harry TriguboffProperty is powerful — but so are the costs.Every time you sell and buy, you’re paying:▪️ Agent fees (on the full...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1609
•
14:26
EP. 1608 - PRICE GUIDE OR PRICE LIES
Price guide or price lies? 👀We can’t control what a property sells for — at auction or private treaty. The market decides.But price guides? They must reflect real buyer feedback. And if that feedback shifts, the guide should shift...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1608
•
12:22
NOVAK NEWS - The Dirty Secret Of Commercial Property: Yield Isn't Found.... Its Built
Brookvale isn’t just another industrial hub — it’s tightly held, high demand, and always growing.We’ve seen yields jump from 2.5% to 8.5% with smart renovations and leasing strategies. One cosmetic upgrade turned into a $2–3M uplift in v...
•
Season 54
•
16:54
EP. 1607 AGENT CAN’T SELL MY HOME… WHY?
Selling isn’t just about listing a property. It’s emotional — especially when it’s due to the “3 D’s”: death, divorce or disputes.If a property isn’t selling, it always comes down to the 3 P’s:🏷 Price – Are you meeti...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1607
•
12:54
EP. 1606 Less Landlords, Fewer Homes, Higher Rents
78 negative legislative changes towards landlords in one career.More rental properties = more supply = rents stabilise. It’s basic maths.Right now? Record low rental stock. Tenants struggling. Landlords exiting.If we want r...
•
Season 54
•
Episode 1606
•
12:59