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Investopoly

Stuart Wemyss

470 episodes

6 hours ago

Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Stuart examines whether being a wholesale investor truly unlocks better investment opportunities or is merely a more sophisticated marketing pitch. He explains what qualifies someone as a wholesale investor under Australian law, what protections are lost when switching from retail, and whether exclusive access to private equity, hedge funds, and unlisted property trusts is truly worth the trade-off. Stuart also breaks down the core risks of wholesale inves...

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Stuart examines whether being a wholesale investor truly unlocks better investment opportunities or is merely a more sophisticated marketing pitch. He explains what qualifies someone as a wholesale investor under Australian law, what protections are lost when switching from retail, and whether exclusive access to private equity, hedge funds, and unlisted property trusts is truly worth the trade-off. Stuart also breaks down the core risks of wholesale inves...

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Investopoly

Q&A - Which ETFs to use, balancing super tax, fees and returns, parking money in offset and more

In this comprehensive Q&A episode, Stuart answers a wide range of listener questions spanning early retirement, home loan strategy, asset allocation, and superannuation management. Brett, a low-income investor aiming to retire at 45 with $100–120K in passive income, shares his strategy of holding four investment properties and building a trust-based ETF portfolio. Stuart offers guidance on asset spread, ETF weighting, and tax efficiency. Travis outlines his Adelaide-based property and sup...

1 day ago

29 minutes

Investopoly

Ep 372: How to navigate rising land tax

Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Campbell explores one of the biggest creeping costs for property investors today, land tax, and why its rising impact should prompt a serious rethink of long-term investment strategies. He breaks down how land tax thresholds and rates have shifted over the last 20 years in Victoria, NSW, and Queensland, and highlights how frozen indexation and bracket creep are quietly eroding net rental yields. Using projections over 15 and 30 years, Campbell reveals how ...

1 week ago

26 minutes

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Q&A - Should Tammy sell, which property, super access and commercial property in SMSF

In this Q&A episode, Stuart dives into some complex and common questions from listeners navigating investment property decisions, superannuation strategies, and long-term planning. Tammy asks whether refinancing an investment loan and increasing an equity release is the best way to fund home renovations and a car upgrade. Stuart explains why selling one of their properties might be a more efficient solution. Viktor, a long-term Melbourne investor, wants guidance on whether to sell one or ...

1 week ago

34 minutes

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Ep 371: Beware of property spruikers: How to spot a property fad

Read full blog here. In this episode, Stuart sounds the alarm on property spruikers and how to spot the latest fads that can lead unsuspecting investors astray. Drawing from decades of experience, he explains how to distinguish genuine investment advice from cleverly packaged sales pitches designed to serve the seller, not the buyer. From positive cash flow regional properties in the early 2000s to the GFC-era US property rush, mining town booms, and off-the-plan apartment oversupply, Stuart ...

2 weeks ago

33 minutes

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Q&A - Is it worth switching to Vanguard Super, home upgrade strategy, fixing cash flow

In this Q&A episode, Stuart answers a diverse set of listener questions covering retirement preparation, home upgrade decisions, cash flow optimisation, and early-stage financial planning. He begins with El, a couple in their late 50s wondering whether switching from Care and Brighter Super to Vanguard Super is worth the effort as they approach retirement. Stuart outlines the key considerations for super fund selection at this life stage, including fees, flexibility, and pension phase pla...

2 weeks ago

33 minutes

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Ep 370: Does long-term data tell us where to invest in property?

Read full blog here. In this data-rich episode, Stuart takes a deep dive into what 40 years of long-term data reveals about property investing across Australia’s capital cities. While the media often focuses on short-term fluctuations, Stuart explains why property should be viewed as a multi-decade investment and how compounding growth over time can deliver extraordinary returns. He breaks down the historical performance of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, highlighting how ea...

3 weeks ago

31 minutes

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Q&A - Planning with uncertainty, how to find useful property growth data and more

In this Q&A episode, Stuart answers an insightful mix of listener questions that span health, housing, retirement planning, and how to balance life’s big financial decisions. He begins with “Lucky,” a high-income medical professional and cancer survivor, who asks whether his health history should influence how much he gears, and whether to upgrade his Melbourne home, buy in Sydney near family, or stick with investing in ETFs and super. Stuart unpacks each option, weighing lifestyle, liqui...

3 weeks ago

33 minutes

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Ep 369: Strap yourself in for some tax reform – here are some suggestions

Read full blog here. In this forward-looking episode, Stuart unpacks a range of bold ideas for tax reform in Australia, urging policymakers to think beyond the status quo. With both federal and state budgets under pressure, and income taxes increasingly unsustainable, Stuart proposes a smarter, more balanced system that supports economic growth while ensuring fairness. He explores the dangers of bracket creep, the merits of expanding GST through a luxury rate, and the potential of capping the...

4 weeks ago

30 minutes

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Q&A - Rebalancing super, is property concentration a problem, when should you sell property

In this episode, Stuart addresses a wide range of listener questions, focusing on smart super strategies, investment property decisions, and how to balance financial goals with market realities. Jeff asks whether funds in an offset account with a non-bank lender like Resimac are safe, prompting a discussion on lending structures and risk. Alex seeks clarity on the pros and cons of rebalancing super investment options, while Pierre (alias) returns with a detailed follow-up on reallocating borr...

4 weeks ago

32 minutes

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Ep: 368 Keep your powder dry: Sometimes it’s wise to invest less

Read full blog here. In this episode, Stuart explores why sometimes the smartest investment strategy is to do less. With global markets hitting all-time highs and every major asset class delivering positive returns in 2025, Stuart cautions against overconfidence. He explains why sitting on cash or keeping borrowing capacity in reserve can be a strategic move, not a missed opportunity. Drawing on recent market trends, including the unusual simultaneous rise of gold and bitcoin, Stuart unpacks ...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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Q&A - Smart Property Moves, CGT Timing, and Building Wealth for the Long Term

In this Q&A-packed episode, Campbell tackles a variety of real-life scenarios from listeners navigating property decisions, capital gains tax, and super strategies. He begins by clarifying whether deferring the sale of investment properties until retirement results in meaningful CGT savings, a common assumption he carefully unpacks for Catherine. Elise then asks whether to continue hunting for an investment property, focus on paying off the mortgage, or invest in shares. Campbell shares a...

1 month ago

29 minutes

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Ep: 367 Best super fund for 2025

In this episode, Stuart reveals the results of his annual review of super fund performance, naming the best super fund for 2025. He compares returns across both Balanced and High Growth investment options from Australia’s leading industry and retail super funds, including Hostplus, UniSuper, ART, AustralianSuper, and the increasingly competitive Vanguard Super. But investment returns and fees aren’t the only criteria that matter. Stuart delves deeper into overlooked factors, including transpa...

1 month ago

41 minutes

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Q&A - Property red flags, home upgrade and downgrade considerations, moving property equity into super

In this Q&A episode, Stuart covers a wide range of real-life scenarios, offering clear insights on property strategy, superannuation, and retirement planning. He begins by unpacking Paul’s question about setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF) and whether his current balance is sufficient to make a property purchase viable within it. Stuart also reflects on the quality of Paul’s Melbourne townhouse investment and discusses how to assess whether a property is genuinely investment-grade...

1 month ago

31 minutes

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Ep 366: Boost your super balance by avoiding CGT for the rest of your life!

In this episode, Stuart takes a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of superannuation, how unrealised capital gains tax (CGT) affects your balance, and how to avoid it. He begins by explaining the irony of the government’s proposed tax on super balances over $3 million: while controversial, most Australians are already paying tax on unrealised gains daily via pooled super funds. Stuart breaks down how these products calculate unit prices and the role of future tax provisions ...

1 month ago

35 minutes

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Q&A - Is no negative gearing a problem, when to use a family trust, it’s a ‘who’ not ‘what’ question

In this Q&A episode, Stuart tackles a wide range of complex financial and property questions from listeners navigating wealth-building decisions. He begins with a couple considering converting their first home into an investment property. Stuart breaks down the implications of their joint ownership structure, refinancing strategy, and whether they've missed the opportunity for negative gearing, providing insight into how high- and middle-income earners can best structure property portfoli...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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Ep 365: Employee share schemes- How to use them to build personal wealth

In this episode, Stuart explores how to build personal wealth through employee share schemes (ESS), breaking down everything from RSUs and stock options to tax-effective strategies like salary sacrifice. He explains how shares vest, when and how they’re taxed, and the implications of holding versus selling. Stuart also highlights the importance of managing concentration risk and making informed decisions based on valuations, market conditions, and long-term goals. Listeners will learn the dif...

1 month ago

32 minutes

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Q&A - Loan structures, how to minimise tax in retirement, why a property strategy won’t work

In this Q&A episode, Stuart dives into some of the most pressing financial questions on the minds of listeners, from retirement tax strategies to smart investing moves. He unpacks the intricacies of transferring UK pensions to Australia, outlining the key rules, common pitfalls, and how to reduce unnecessary fees. Stuart then breaks down savvy loan structures for purchasing property through a company, with tips on minimising capital gains tax in the process. With retirement planning front...

1 month ago

34 minutes

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Ep 364: Can annual property growth persist at 7% perpetually

Read full blog here. In this insightful episode, Stuart Wemyss addresses a common investor question: Can Australian property values continue growing at 7% per year? He explains how compounding works over time and why adjusting future property values for inflation and income growth makes projections, like an $8 million home in 30 years, more relatable. Stuart dives into the impact of income distribution, noting that the top 20% of Australians earn nearly half of all disposable income and exper...

2 months ago

33 minutes

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Q&A - Structuring $200k p.a. retirement income, a common strategy mistake, and defining investment-grade property.

In this insightful Q&A episode, Stuart Wemyss dives into three real-life financial questions that highlight the importance of strategic planning as retirement approaches. The episode begins with a deep dive into “Alex’s” situation a successful small business owner aiming to generate a $200,000 annual income in retirement. Stuart explores how Alex might structure assets post-business sale and whether selling an investment property could be necessary to meet income goals. Next, Francois r...

2 months ago

30 minutes

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Ep 363: What are the best, safe, income-style investment options?

Read full blog here. In this insightful episode, Stuart Wemyss explores the safest, most reliable income-generating investment options for risk-averse investors or those with short investment horizons. He begins by highlighting why fixed income investments deserve more attention, especially for portfolio stability, retirees, or anyone with a low risk tolerance. Stuart presents a clear hierarchy of choices, starting with mortgage offset accounts as the most efficient, risk-free return option, ...

2 months ago

32 minutes