71. Q&A: Homebuyer’s regret + does flipping houses still work?

71. Q&A: Homebuyer’s regret + does flipping houses still work?

From Aussie FIRE | Financial Independence Retire Early by Hayden Smith & Dave Gow

April 24, 2026 · 46 min

About this episode

In this episode, Hayden and Dave address listener questions about homebuyer's regret and the viability of house flipping in today's market.

Got a property and wondering if it's time to sell, rent it out, or just… hold on? In this episode, Dave and Hayden tackle two listener questions that a lot of people are quietly sitting with. First up is a listener who bought their first home two years ago is now craving more flexibility to make some big career moves, and wants to know whether to sell or become an accidental landlord. Then, they dig into the age-old question of house flipping and whether or not it still stacks up in today's market? They'll walk through the numbers you need to crunch and the situations where it might actually make sense. It's pearler's 5th birthday! Get 5 free trades here 🥳 Ask a Question FI Case Study Request Form Pearler Strong Money Australia Original Aussie FIRE e-book Dave's books on Amazon and Spotify Disclaimer Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision. Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from…

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Hosts: Hayden Smith, Dave Gow

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