In this episode of Inside Commercial Property, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill sit down to discuss the implications of the Reserve Bank of Australia’s 50-basis point cash rate increase on commercial property investors, with Mr O’Neill discussing the investment trends he has seen occur since the announcement. The pair are then joined by a guest, Brett Parham, who recounts his investment journey so far, including a failed residential investment, and the motivations behind his entry in...

You asked, we delivered. In this exciting episode, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill give the latest update on a commercial property buy with Phil as the real-life client and Scott as the commercial buyer’s agent. After almost half a year of scouting property markets across the country, Phil finally unveils the location of his CRE purchase, with Scott giving us an exclusive look at the inner workings and strategic considerations that went into the deal. The duo discuss the importance of...

While investors are constantly buffeted by economic events and trends that are beyond their control, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill say there are ways to react to them strategically. On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, the duo dissects the latest inflation data and talks about how it could set off a chain reaction in the economy and the financial sector. They also give advice on how to use these ripple effects to work in one’s portfolio’s...

Now that the federal budget has been announced, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss its impact on the commercial property industry in the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing. In this episode, the duo list down the winners and losers of the federal budget and explain how inflation can be a major theme for commercial property investors in the next five years. They seize the opportunity to guide listeners on managing and protecting their portfolio off...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill go through an in-depth pulse check of commercial property markets now that the government is doing its best to bring workers back to the CBDs. In this episode, the pair give listeners a peek at the current opportunities and challenges for investors as fear-mongers try to ramp up worst-case scenarios amid talks of rate increases. They clap back at doomsayers by laying down the...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill bring you behind the scenes of a real commercial property decision-making process with Phil as the real-life client and Scott as the commercial buyer’s agent. In this unique podcast episode, the duo gives listeners the opportunity to hear how a buyer’s agent walks through a consultation with a client, with Scott drilling down on three commercial assets he presents to Phil. They...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill are joined by Scott’s wife, Mina O’Neill, to lift the lid on the couple’s portfolio. Scott and Mina take the opportunity to reveal how they’ve put their business strategies into practice and share insights into their decision to shift the direction of their holdings with a pivot to focus on commercial assets. The trio discuss the two components of managing a portfolio:...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill talk about how it’s the most wonderful time of the year – to buy commercial property, that is. While buying commercial property through a self-managed super fund (SMSF) offers great financial advantages, it’s not easy to learn the ropes of the process. Whether your wishlist includes an industrial, retail or office space, there are things you should check on your list twice when...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill talk about how the economy’s reopening will impact real estate markets – particularly commercial properties. It’s all systems go for Australia’s economic rebound, as the country welcomed its first international arrivals after more than 18 months of some of the world’s strictest coronavirus border policies. With more macro and micro-economic factors coming into play, property...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill talk about the winners and losers in the wake of the latest COVID lockdowns. As cities emerge from the latest string of lockdowns brought on by the Delta outbreak, property investors are now facing a “great restart”, which could see current market trends turn on their heads. The duo discuss which sectors are likely to see a rebound and ponder those that could suffer a snapback...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how the current challenges brought about by the e-commerce boom could create new openings for Australian businesses. With global supply chains stressed, making it harder to get products from overseas, and a drastic increase in shipping costs, the competitive advantage for importers is closing, potentially bringing manufacturing back on shore. The duo discuss what that...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how investors can outgrow a residential portfolio and how a commercial asset can help offset some of the issues that long-term negatively geared investors face. Scott takes a deep dive into the commercial structures available to investors, pointing out the good, the bad and the ugly for commercial syndicates and REITs. The duo also discuss how REITs can be used as passive...

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the top five tips that every commercial investor needs to know regardless of where they are on their personal property journey. Scott shares with investors a warts-and-all look into commercial property, warning of potential shady practices valuers use to collect a fee for no work. The duo also discuss how lockdowns are not dampening investor sentiment, with record-low...

In the season return of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how there’s only ever 100 good commercial properties that investors have to ‘fight hard to secure’. Scott shares how FOMO and record-low interest rates continue to drive the commercial property market, with investors paying up to 50 per cent more for commercial property than they otherwise would. The duo work through some real-world case studies, sharing with investors what...

In the season finale of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the FOMO effect that is currently taking over the commercial property landscape. Scott shares why he has never bought a commercial property at auction because the buyer “simply does not get a good deal”. The duo also discuss the complications around commercial property and why it is not a get-rich-quick scheme.

Learn how Scott Retired at the age of 28, earned over $300,000 from his property portfolio and is now travelling the world in style.

Scott speaks with ‘Smart Property Investment’ on identifying potential booms and creating equity in softening markets.

Q&A with ‘Smart Property Investment’ on strategies that could help investors thrive in softening property markets.

Scott speaks to ‘The Property Couch’ about residential and commercial Investing and how he quit his day job at 28.

Scott speaks with ‘Smart Property Investment’ about the best way to diversify your property portfolio.

Scott talks about Rethink Investing’s clientele, the risks and benefits of commercial property investing and why he loves helping people enter the commercial space.

With interest rates at record lows, the number of investors looking to increase their cash flow is rising, meaning commercial properties are in high demand.

In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss Scott’s first book, which covers the ins and outs of commercial property. Scott shares some of the lessons he jotted down in what is his first book and one of a few in the market that focuses entirely on Aussie commercial property. The pair detail Scott's top five commercial property plays, including how to build a $100,000 passive income and how to ensure your property...

In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how a prolonged low interest rate environment is driving investors towards high-yielding commercial properties. Scott informs listeners about the current economic fundamentals, which are likely to continue to drive the commercial property market for the next few years. The pair also discuss how purchasing the right commercial property and holding long-term can lead to an...

In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the potential red flags for investment property buyers and why one must have a checklist. Scott talks about the “rising market”, witnessed in both commercial and residential property, advising investors to stay alert to curveballs when approaching a particular asset. The pair also discuss the five things investors need to get right to succeed in commercial property investing.