In this week's episode, Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim dive into and bust the myth that you should follow the herd when investing in property. Sammy shares stories from his recent travels in Darwin, including the infamous Goat Island, while unpacking key lessons about property investing outside mainstream trends. He reflects on his own experiences going against the grain, breaking down why blue-chip, buy-and-hold approaches might leave investors stuck and explaining the power of actively moving capital to outperform the herd. The episode not only challenges traditional investing mindsets but offers practical advice on how to assess strategies, keep velocity in your portfolio and build real wealth by ignoring outdated norms in the property market. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to rethink their investment journey.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters

(00:00:00) Welcome

(00:01:47) Darwin adventures and highlights

(00:09:42) Property investing mindsets

(00:12:09) Investing against the herd: personal journey

(00:17:34) A deep dive into market cycle timing

(00:21:44) Blue chip vs blue collar + the velocity of money

(00:27:14) The true cost of ‘buy + hold forever’

(00:34:58) Conviction, results and outperforming the herd

(00:38:22) Education, assessing advice and taking action

(00:43:02) Do this to win in property

In this inspiring episode, Sammy Gordon sits down with long-time client and property investor Mark to unpack the journey of building an impressive 11-property portfolio in his early 50s. With honesty and humour, Mark shares the hard-earned lessons and missteps that shaped his investing approach. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical takeaways about overcoming fear, staying resilient, the power of research and education and working with the right people. If you, or your parents, ever thought it was "too late" to invest and build wealth, this episode will prove otherwise with real numbers, relatable stories and plenty of one liners along the way.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:01:20) Welcome (00:04:22) Meet Mark: Why age isn’t a limit (00:11:03) Importance of research, trust + sticking with the journey (00:15:37) Transferring knowledge + encouragement to the next generation (00:20:23) Life in Darwin + regional Australia (00:25:31) The power of consistent action (00:30:59) The portfolio overview (00:36:01) Lessons from 20+ years in property (00:45:20) How missed opportunities taught lasting lessons (00:59:23) Entering the investment game with buyers agents (01:16:01) Portfolio growth with APS (01:53:22) The engineering of Mark's final portfolio stages (02:00:47) Why it’s never too late to invest (02:18:38) Rapid Fire

As part of our Summer Throwback Series, we’re revisiting some of the most impactful episodes our audience loved and shared. This week, we’re thrilled to feature Sammy's episode from The Top 1% Podcast, joined by Jimmy Ibrahim, as they deep dive into his incredible journey. From a farm kid with no degree, no big salary, and no head start, Sammy went from buying his first investment at 19 to building a 100+ property portfolio by 34. In this episode, he shares the real strategies, mistakes, and mindset shifts that made it possible - and how you can apply them to your own journey.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to grow a 100+ property portfolio without a six-figure salary

• The biggest mistakes Sammy made (so you don’t have to)

• Why most investors fail and the key to scaling successfully

• The truth about financial freedom through property

• How Sammy built Australian Property Scout & School of Property to help others achieve the same

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:00:00) Welcome (00:06:11) Introduction & The 100 Property Milestone (00:08:41) Growing Up & Work Ethic (00:14:26) Buying the First Property at 19 (00:21:31) Scaling to Multiple Properties (00:28:51) Biggest Setback: Losing $10,000 on a Bad Deal (00:36:21) Going All In: The Turning Point (00:46:36) Starting a Buyers Agency & The Early Struggles (00:56:41) Winning Investor of the Year & Scaling Success (01:06:56) The COVID Property Boom (01:17:31) Scaling the Business to 50+ Employees (01:26:16) Managing a 100+ Property Portfolio (01:36:41) Final Advice for Investors & Entrepreneurs

If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Welcome (00:04:05) Jimmy’s Background & Upbringing (00:06:37) Jimmy's Pivotal Realisation (00:15:58) Cruise Ship Adventures to Entrepreneurship (00:21:44) Business Grit, Setbacks and Lessons Learned (00:29:15) The COVID-19 Hit: Business Losses and Reset (00:33:35) Finding a New Path to Meeting Sammy (00:41:04) Portfolio Beginnings and Past Mistakes (00:47:53) Turning Point: Going All-In with APS (00:52:58) Executing the Portfolio Strategy (01:04:15) Diversifying and Scaling Jimmy's Portfolio (01:09:12) Mindset, Resilience and Owning Your Money Story (01:15:21) Portfolio Results and Position

As part of our Summer Throwback Series, we’re revisiting some of the most popular episodes our audience loved and shared around the most. This week, Sammy Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim as they dive into the actionable strategies to help you take charge of your property investing in 2025 and beyond. From assessing your current portfolio and setting realistic goals, to making sacrifices and focusing on wealth creation over appearances, this episode is packed with practical advice to ensure you’re executing on your goals. We discuss the importance of working with experts, taking the right advice, and maintaining consistency for long-term success. Whether you’re gearing up for your first deal or scaling your portfolio, this episode will keep you motivated, strategic, and ready to take action NOW.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au. If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy!

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(00:00) Welcome (05:35) Pulse check: where are you at? (07:09) Setting goals for 2025 (10:59) Assess your current position and next steps (15:01) What could you sacrifice to get to your first deal? (16:43) Creating wealth vs pretending to look wealthy (20:45) Taking the correct advice from the correct team (27:38) Work with experts more advanced than you (34:53) Revalue your properties (41:03) Taking charge of your financial future (42:51) Solution-based thinking (47:24) Consistency always outperforms intensity (55:25) Take action NOW

We’re rolling out our Summer Throwback Series, sharing the episodes that resonated most with our community. This one was a clear favourite. Sammy Gordon welcomes into the studio, APS Strategists Luke Teeuwsen and back by popular demand, Mr Paul Karpierz; along with his co-host Jimmy Ibrahim to discuss the common investor mistakes they see made by beginners day in day out. From transitioning PPOR properties into investments, purchasing an investment at full borrowing capacity to listening to the wrong or inexperienced people in your life, this episode will educate and pin-point the exact places they see investors make mistakes and what you can do to avoid them. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au.

If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters: (00:00) Welcome (07:09) Paul’s top mistakes (13:32) Builders profit margins (18:54) You can never out save a good market (21:21) Luke’s top mistakes + BBQ chats (25:00) Cash flow or bread and butter (29:36) You definitely need a strategy (34:08) Sam’s top mistakes (40:09) A more expensive property isn’t a better investment (42:56) Jimmy’s top mistakes (44:54) Don’t be impatient, this is a long term game (47:25) Don’t let anyone talk you out of what you could achieve

In the final episode of the year, Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim unpack why goals alone don’t cut it - strategy, action, and relentless 1%ers do. From the wins, losses and lessons of 2025 to the habits that actually move the needle, this episode shows you how to think bigger, act harder, and gear up for a massive 2026. If you’re ready to stop planning and start executing, this one’s unmissable. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:01:45) Welcome (00:05:22) Strategy vs. goal setting (00:08:25) The power of consistency & relentless action (00:13:05) Practical accountability (00:17:52) Learning from experience + fast-tracking growth (00:24:39) Portfolio management: the power of micro actions (00:26:56) Compounding effects of lost time (00:29:47) Mentoring, commitment & turbocharging success (00:35:22) Consistency, execution & life lessons

In this special episode, Sammy Gordon gets the APS all stars together for their annual roundtable to celebrate the end of the year and reflect on the most popular and meaningful episodes as chosen by our listeners. The crew, including Luke Teeuwesen, Morgan Holmes, Brendan Geoghegan, Paul Dem and Jimmy Ibrahim, share their personal favourite episodes and standout stories, from inspiring client journeys like Bailey’s and Yao Chen’s transformations to touching moments such as the tribute to Tara. With plenty of laughs, heartfelt reflections and insights into the impact of APS’s mission, this episode delivers a fitting wrap-up to the year highlighting both business growth and the deeper reasons behind property investing. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new, you’ll get a genuine look inside the APS and SAP community and what drives our passion to help others reach their goals.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:01:45) Welcome (00:04:10) Favourite episodes of 2025: The team's picks (00:08:08) Impact of client investor episodes (00:12:41) The power of the circle of influence (00:16:09) Creating community with SAP (00:18:19) 10 Key Pillars to Build a 100+ Property Portfolio (00:19:52) Overcoming doubt (00:22:50) Jimmy's birthday surprise (00:25:55) The APS mission (00:32:00) Most moving episode: The Tara tribute (00:38:52) Impactful moments and life lessons (00:43:12) Bailey’s investor journey (00:49:22) Personal growth, learning from setbacks and motivation (01:03:27) Annual listener poll winners (01:10:59) Reflections + final thoughts