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| 5/4/26 | I Analysed 3 Property Development Sites (Here’s What I Found) | The thing that kills most development sites isn't the numbers, it's something you can spot before you even open a feasibility.Most people see a big block on realestate.com, get excited, and start spending money before they know if the site can actually work.In this video, I walk you through three random sites across three different councils completely blind, showing you exactly how he assesses a development site in the first two minutes.No spreadsheets. No feasibilities. Just the raw first-pass thinking that decides whether a site is worth another five minutes of your time.You'll see him work through zoning, overlays, orientation, slope, frontage, road noise, crossovers, and the deal-breakers most beginners miss until they've already paid a deposit.If you're scrolling listings right now trying to figure out what's worth a closer look, this is the framework that saves you from chasing the wrong site.🔥 You'll learn The 2-minute filter that kills bad sites fast Why orientation decides your design How slope quietly destroys your build budget Why "too big" is just as bad as too small The overlay that scares experienced developers How to read frontage, depth, and crossovers Why a T-intersection can sink your deal When to cut a site and never look back How new res code changes site selection The difference between a clean site and a trap👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:10 17 Philip Avenue, Doncaster, VIC 05:38 12 Turkeith Avenue, Herne Hill, VIC09:51 22 Collins Street, Preston, VIC | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | Why Most Development Sites Lose You Money | Two blocks can look identical - but one makes money and the other bleeds it. The difference comes down to a handful of factors most people never check.In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Gav from our site acquisition team to break down what actually makes a development site valuable and why so many sites that look promising end up destroying margins once you dig in.You'll learn the specific site characteristics that save you money before construction even starts, how to match your development strategy to the right location and zoning, and the hidden contract traps and infrastructure signals that can swing a site's value by hundreds of thousands of dollars.Whether you're assessing your first site or sharpening your eye for better deals, this episode will change how you evaluate every opportunity from here on.🔥In this episode: Site traits that reduce costs before you build Why trees can hit you from both ends Zoning versus location - what matters more Matching your strategy to the right buyer Single dwelling and brick covenants Infrastructure plays that boost site value The McKinnon school zone windfall👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:43 What characteristics make a site attractive to developers?03:49 How much does location really matter versus zoning and land size?08:10 What hidden factors can dramatically increase a site’s value? | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | This One Decision Determines Your Development Profit | Most people who lose money in development don't get outplayed by the market.They get beaten by the site they chose to buy.I've watched first-timers walk away profitable because the site did the heavy lifting. And I've watched experienced developers get smashed because emotion drove the buy.Your planner, designer, builder and accountant are each brilliant at their piece. But none of them are looking at the whole picture. That's your job.This is the process we use after delivering $500M+ in projects across Melbourne.🔥 You'll learn Why a bad site can't be rescued by experience The finance and legal foundation most skip How development lending differs from home loans Why the wrong entity structure kills your profit Getting access to sites before they go public How to become an expert in your target suburb The director role you must play on every project Why walking away from a bad site is a win The design call that decides how fast you sell👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:02:38:15 Why the Site Matters00:04:27:20 Get Your Finance Right00:05:58:17 Build Your Team00:07:42:02 Know Your Area00:08:20:24 Your Role00:09:39:05 What to Look for in a Site00:10:12:03 Timing Matters📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | The Hidden Costs That Kill Property Developments | Most development budgets don't blow up all at once, they leak slowly through costs you never saw coming.In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Claire, Head of Projects at Little Fish, who manages development projects every day and sees exactly where budgets fall apart. We break down the four costs beginners consistently underestimate, the two biggest blowouts that destroy margins during construction, and the systems experienced developers use to stay in control.You'll learn how to structure contingency properly across each stage of your project, why variations during construction cost double or triple what they should, and how to lock in your numbers with tight documentation and fixed price contracts before a builder steps on site.Whether you're planning your first dual occupancy or tightening up your next townhouse project, this episode will change how you think about development budgets.🔥In this episode: Four costs beginners consistently underestimate Why holding costs blow out feasibilities Soft costs most developers forget to include Council and authority fees that change mid-project How to spread contingency across project stages Why construction variations cost double or triple The document control system that protects you Why fixed price contracts reduce your risk👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:35 What costs do beginners consistently underestimate?09:11 What are the two or three costs that blow projects out if people don’t plan properly?13:47 What systems do experienced developers use to control costs?📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | Subdivide Property Without Losing $100K | Every costly subdivision mistake traces back to the same place: the decisions made before a builder ever steps on site.This is the most comprehensive subdivision guide available anywhere. I've taken my best subdivision content and built one complete walkthrough, from site selection and zoning through to title registration.Whether you already own a block or you're looking to buy one, this video covers every stage, every approval, and every trap that quietly costs first-time developers time and money. No fluff. Just the process we use across hundreds of projects.🔥 You'll learn Four checks before you spend a dollar Why house position kills most projects The driveway width that actually works Separate titles vs shared driveways Service costs beginners always miss How to handle council RFIs fast Red flags that rule out sites in seconds How trees and shadowing trap beginners Overlays that complicate your feasibility The full process from permit to titles👇 Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:00:40 How to Subdivide Your Land Step-by-Step (The Right Way)00:13:14 Backyard Subdivision, What Most People Get Wrong00:26:16 How Developers Reject Bad Subdivision Sites in 10 Seconds00:37:52 Overshadowing Neighbours in Residential Property Development00:40:48 Planning Overlays in Property Development: What You MUST Know!00:45:01 Trees On Development Sites Everything You Need to Know00:52:07 Subdivide Property In Australia - The Plan of Subdivision Process Simplified00:56:52 How to Subdivide Your Block Before Building01:00:43 Strata Plan vs Plan of Subdivision - Property Developer Explains01:04:22 Can I Subdivide My Property? Avoid These 5 Costly Mistakes📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Why Some Development Projects Make Millions and Others Lose Money | Two development projects can look almost identical on paper, but one makes a fortune and the other loses money. Here's what actually determines which way it goes.In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Marcus from our project management team, who works across dozens of developments and sees firsthand what separates the winners from the disasters. We break down the four key areas that determine whether a project succeeds or fails, acquisition, feasibility, exit strategy, and relationships, and why getting two out of three right can still save a deal.You'll learn how scope creep during design quietly blows budgets before a builder even starts, why the tender process is where your most important relationships are built, and how staying nimble throughout execution can recover margins when the market moves against you.If you're planning your first development or trying to figure out why your last one underperformed, this episode gives you the framework.🔥In this episode: The four pillars of a successful development How scope creep silently kills budgets Why your exit strategy shapes internal design How to find and vet builders from scratch The tender process as a relationship tool Why two out of three can still work Staying agile when the market shifts Three patterns behind every successful project👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:36 What separates successful developments from failed ones?12:25 Is it the site, the numbers, or the execution?14:52 What patterns have you seen across projects that succeed?📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | Why the Best Property Deals Never Hit the Market | Most people think property developers find profitable sites by scrolling realestate.com or waiting for something good to pop up.The developers who consistently find great sites aren't lucky. They've built systems, relationships, and habits that put them first in line before a property ever gets listed.I break down the four ways developers actually source profitable sites. From building agent relationships that generate off-market deal flow, to approaching landowners directly, to negotiating around development potential so you don't pay more than you should.🔥 You'll learn Why the best sites never get listed How to build agent relationships that pay off What makes agents bring deals to you first How to act on off-market deals fast enough When to approach landowners directly Why agents can broker landowner deals better How to figure out what a vendor really wants The negotiation mistake that inflates your price Why you should understate development potential👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:57 Talking to Agents03:07 Off-Market Deals06:31 Approaching Landowners11:04 Negotiating Development Potential📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | The First Thing Developers Look for in a Property Deal | Most developers waste weeks analysing sites that experienced buyers reject in seconds. Here's exactly how they filter so fast.In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Gav, Head of Site Acquisitions at Little Fish, who reviews hundreds of development sites every week, to break down the exact process experienced developers use to instantly assess whether a property deal is worth pursuing or a complete waste of time.You'll learn the specific red flags that kill a deal before you even open a spreadsheet, how to reverse-engineer your target suburb using free tools like realestate.com.au, and why finding the "no" quickly is more valuable than chasing a maybe. Gav walks through real examples, including a near-perfect McKinnon site that still didn't stack up, to show how the numbers tell the real story.Whether you're just starting out or sharpening your site-finding skills, this episode will change the way you assess every listing you see.🔥In this episode: The first things Gav checks on every site Red flags that trigger an instant pass How trees, slope and shadowing kill deals Reverse-engineering suburbs from your budget Why a "perfect" site can still be overpriced Using free tools to analyse sites from your desk How builder-developers repeat the same formula Why speed matters more than depth early on👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:44 First thing developers analyse05:21 What makes a site worth pursuing09:39 How fast developers assess a deal📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Why Property Investing Feels Impossible Now | The property strategy that built your parents' wealth now puts you six to eight percent behind before the market even moves.For decades, buying property and waiting was the surest path to wealth in Australia. But higher entry prices, tighter lending, and rising holding costs have quietly changed the equation for today's investors.I break down why buy and hold worked so well for the previous generation and why it's become much harder to scale today. You'll see where investors are getting stuck and the active strategies that create equity instead of waiting for the market to deliver it.Whether you're holding your first investment or trying to build a portfolio, this is the shift worth understanding before your next move.🔥 You'll learn Why buy and hold no longer scales The day-one cost gap most buyers ignore How lending rules now block portfolio growth Why holding costs silently eat returns Active strategies that create equity fast How one property becomes two or more The stamp duty trap slowing your growth What smart investors do differently now👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:05 Why Buy and Hold Worked So Well Before02:02 What’s Changed04:49 The Shift That’s Happening06:34 Why This Changes Everything07:30 The Real Advantage08:29 The Reality Today📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | Why Small Developers Are Beating Property Investors Right Now | Most investors are bleeding money holding property and don't even realise it. Here's why the smart ones are switching to small development projects instead.In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Claire, Head of Projects at Little Fish, who manages dozens of development projects at any given time. We break down why the traditional buy-and-hold strategy is becoming harder to sustain, what a realistic first development project actually looks like, and the costly mistake that catches almost every beginner off guard.You'll learn why a simple side-by-side dual occupancy is the safest entry point for first-time developers, how to avoid over-capitalising on finishes, and why the hidden cost of time can quietly eat through your entire margin if you're not careful.If you've ever wondered whether small-scale development could outperform your current investment strategy, this is the episode to start with.🔥In this episode: Why buy-and-hold is leaving investors cash-negative How development lets you manufacture your own equity Why a side-by-side dual occ is the ideal first project The stone upgrade trap no one talks about Hidden costs that can quietly add $60k+ to your project Why you should submit to council at 80% happy Treat your project like a business, not your dream home👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:36 Why More Investors Are Choosing Development03:02 The Best First Development Project05:53 The Biggest Mistake First-Time Developers Make📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
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| 3/30/26 | Is Property Development Profitable in 2026? | Is property development still profitable in 2026… or are margins too tight to make it work?Most people think the opportunity is gone. Costs are up. Prices are flat. And developers are getting squeezed.But that’s not the full picture.In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down what’s actually happening in the market right now — and where smart developers are still making money. From rising build costs and tighter feasibility, to the hidden advantage of reduced competition and a growing housing shortage, this is a clear, no-BS look at property development in 2026.You’ll also see the exact strategies working today — including why single storey dual occupancy projects are quietly outperforming, and how the best developers are positioning themselves to win when the market shifts.This isn’t theory. It’s what we’re seeing on real projects, with real clients, right now.This isn’t theory. It’s what we’re seeing on real projects, with real clients, right now.🔥 You’ll learn Is property development still profitable in 2026 Why most developers are struggling right now The cycle most investors completely miss What’s actually working in the current market The mindset shift that protects your downside Why dual occupancy projects are gaining momentum How to position yourself before the next upswingIf you’re looking at development in Melbourne or anywhere in Australia, this is the reality you need to understand before making your next move.👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:20 Why It Feels Hard Right Now01:48 The Cycle Most People Miss02:28 What’s Going on in Melbourne03:15 The Mindset That Works Now03:48 Where We’re Actually Seeing Profits04:27 A Real-World Example05:00 The Most Overlooked Strategy Right Now05:29 The Big Takeaway📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | How to Spot a Subdivision Site in 60 Seconds | Most developers waste weeks on sites that experts reject in 10 seconds. Here's exactly what they're looking for.In this episode of Inside Property Development, host Pete sits down with Gavin, Head of Acquisitions at Little Fish and the man who analyses hundreds of development sites every single week, to reveal the exact process experienced developers use to instantly spot a subdivision opportunity (or kill one just as fast).You'll learn the specific red flags that tell you a site is dead before you even run the numbers, and how to use free online tools like Google Maps, realestate.com.au and Domain to do your due diligence from your desk.Whether you're just starting out or sharpening your eye, this episode will change the way you look at property forever.🔥In this episode: The 2 to 3 things Gavin checks first on any site Red flags that instantly kill a deal and why emotion makes you ignore them How to use Street View, neighbouring listings and free portals to analyse sites fast Why finding the "no" quickly is the most valuable skill in property development How to train your eye to become a site finding ninja👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:40 How to spot a good site fast05:25 Red flags that kill a site instantly09:13 How to train your developer eye fast📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Cost to Build a House Has Nearly Doubled — Here’s Why | Building the same house today can cost nearly double what it did just a few years ago.In this video, I break down why new homes are so expensive to build now and what’s really driving the surge in construction costs across Australia.Most people assume it’s just materials or labour.But the real story is much bigger.From supply chain shocks and trade shortages to new building regulations and rising interest rates, multiple forces have been quietly stacking on top of each other and pushing build costs higher.I also share real project examples from Melbourne showing how the cost of building similar homes has jumped dramatically in just a few years and explains what it means for developers, investors and everyday buyers.If you want to understand what’s really happening inside the construction industry right now, this video breaks it down.🔥 You’ll learn Why the cost to build new homes has nearly doubled in recent years The hidden forces driving construction costs higher How supply chain disruptions pushed material prices up Why trade shortages are increasing labour costs How new building regulations are adding to build costs The impact higher interest rates have on housing and construction What rising build costs mean for developers, investors and buyers👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:49 The Cost Shock Nobody Expected01:47 What Started Driving Costs Up02:48 The Trade Shortage03:28 New Rules for New Homes04:21 Higher Interest Rates04:48 A Real-Life Example05:41 Why New Homes Feel So Expensive📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | The 2 Property Paths That Get People Ahead Faster | Some people wait 15 to 20 years for property to make them wealthy. Others create serious equity in a year or two.Same market. Completely different outcomes.In this video, I break down the two paths people are using to get ahead in property right now, and why understanding the difference can save you years of wasted time, bad decisions, and missed opportunity.This is a practical, real world guide to how wealth is actually being built in today’s market.It's a clear breakdown of how buy and hold really works, where small development can change the game, and what smart investors are doing to use both at the right time.You’ll learn why buy and hold can still be powerful, why it often takes longer than people expect, how development creates equity faster, and what risks come with trying to force growth instead of waiting for it.Whether you’re trying to buy your first investment, build long term wealth, or understand when development makes more sense than holding, this will help you think about property more strategically.🔥 You’ll learn The two main paths people are using to build wealth in property Why buy and hold is simple, but often slower than people think The hidden costs that put investors behind from day one Why some properties grow while others go nowhere How development lets you create value instead of waiting for it The difference between knockdown rebuilds, dual occupancy, subdivision, and townhouses Why forced equity can accelerate your position much faster The risks, moving parts, and mistakes that can kill a project How smart investors use both strategies at different stages👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:36 Path1: Buy and Hold(Passive)01:08 Buy and Hold Advantages01:40 Buy and Hold Risks02:47 Path 2: Property Activation (Active)03:24 Property Activation Advantages04:25 Property Activation Risks04:53 What Successful Investors Do05:32 How to Choose a Strategy📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | What Makes a Perfect Development Block? (The 2026 Criteria) | It’s buying a block that doesn’t actually work.Most people think a “perfect townhouse development site” is about the suburb, the street, or how cheap they can secure it.It’s not.In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down what actually determines whether a townhouse development site stacks up in 2026, and why recent Victorian ResCode changes mean the same block can now produce very different outcomes.This is a practical, real-world guide to assessing development sites properly before you commit.No hype. No surface-level advice. Just the fundamentals experienced developers use to avoid expensive mistakes.You’ll learn how to analyse orientation, access, slope, frontage, depth, and planning constraints with logic instead of emotion.Whether you’re planning a townhouse development, dual occupancy, or assessing your first small development site, this will change how you evaluate land in 2026.🔥 You’ll learn Why site orientation still impacts resale and liveability The access mistakes that quietly kill projects How slope affects both cost and design quality The frontage and depth numbers that actually make sense How ResCode changes shift feasibility in Victoria Why not every “good looking” site works What separates a workable site from a costly mistake How experienced developers pressure-test a block before buying👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:46 Block Orientation03:06 The Importance of Access05:00 Understanding Slopes06:33 Block Dimensions📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | How Victoria’s ResCode Changes Turned 3 Townhouses Into 4 | Victoria’s ResCode rules have changed, and on the right site, the difference is dramatic.Most developers are still assessing sites using old assumptions. But the ResCode Changes Victoria introduced have fundamentally shifted what you can build, especially on corner blocks and front to back sites.In this video, we walk through a real Bayside development in Sandringham and compare two sets of plans on the same land. One application was tracking toward approval for 3 townhouses under the old rules. The redesigned scheme under the new ResCode delivered 4 townhouses at roughly the same size.Same block. Same suburb. Very different feasibility.Peter breaks down exactly what changed and what it means in real dollar terms. From site coverage moving from 50 percent to 62 percent, to reduced setbacks, first floor design efficiencies, and why council responses are becoming more predictable under the updated framework.This is not theory. It is a genuine before and after example from an active project.If you are assessing sites in Victoria in 2026, understanding these ResCode changes properly could materially change your numbers before you buy.🔥 You’ll learn What the ResCode Changes Victoria actually did in practice Why corner sites now stack up differently How increased site coverage affects upstairs design When it makes sense to redesign an approved permit How council processes are shifting under the new rules What these changes mean for feasibility and resale outcomesWhether you are looking at a dual occupancy, townhouses, or your next small scale development, this breakdown will help you assess opportunity with clarity instead of guesswork.👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:07 Why Corner Sites Just Became More Profitable06:37 Council Process: 3 Townhouses vs 4 Townhouses11:39 Site Coverage Increase (50% → 62%) & What It Means16:08 Front Setbacks Reduced – How It Unlocks Extra Dwellings📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Why Small Developers Keep Winning in These Melbourne Suburbs | The biggest mistake developers make in Melbourne isn’t picking the wrong block.It’s picking the wrong suburb, without understanding what actually makes it resilient.Most “best suburbs” lists are surface-level. They tell you where to look, but they don’t explain why those suburbs outperform in both rising and slowing markets.In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down the logic behind five Melbourne suburbs we’re actively developing in right now for small property developments in 2026, and more importantly, the framework we use to assess suburb resilience, demand depth, and downside protection.This is a practical, real-world guide to choosing the right suburb for townhouse developments and small-scale projects.No hype. No speculation. Just the fundamentals experienced developers rely on when selecting suburbs that hold value and move first when the market turns.You’ll learn how to approach suburb selection properly from day one, focusing on school zones, buyer psychology, infrastructure, planning conditions, land usability, and supply constraints.This video is designed to help you assess Melbourne suburbs with logic, not emotion.Whether you’re planning a townhouse development, dual occupancy, or your first small property development project, this will change how you analyse where to build in 2026.🔥 You’ll learn What makes a suburb resilient in downturns Why school zones drive long-term resale premiums How flat land protects your build margin Why planning rules matter more than price growth How to assess demand depth before you buy The hidden risks inside “cheap” emerging suburbs What to look for inside a suburb once you secure a site How experienced developers evaluate Melbourne locations👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:48 McKinnon02:49 Hampton04:10 Doncaster East06:07 Carnegie07:58 Brighton East09:09 Common Thread📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | How to Do a Property Development Feasibility (Step-by-Step) | Most people think a property development feasibility tells you whether a project will make money.But a proper feasibility does something far more important — it shows you where the numbers work, where they don’t, and which assumptions your entire project relies on.In this step-by-step education video, Peter Kelly walks you through exactly how to do a property development feasibility the right way. Not just plugging numbers into a spreadsheet, but understanding what needs to be included, where people underestimate, and why small errors early can destroy a project later.This is a practical, beginner-friendly breakdown of the full feasibility process used on real development projects — covering land costs, consultant fees, build costs, holding costs, resale values, and how to measure whether a deal is actually worth doing.If your feasibility is wrong, everything that follows is just damage control. This video shows you how to avoid that.Whether you’re looking at your first development, assessing a dual occupancy or townhouse project, or simply want to understand how experienced developers think about risk and numbers, this guide will give you clarity before you commit.🔥 You’ll learn What a feasibility study actually tells you (and what it doesn’t) The most common feasibility mistakes developers make How to assess land costs, build costs, and consultant fees properly How to factor in holding costs and timing risk How to estimate resale values realistically How to measure profit against capital invested Why assumptions matter more than spreadsheets👇 Chapters00:00 Intro03:21 Breaking Down the Site & Purchase Numbers09:45 GST, Cash Flow & Subdivision Costs Explained16:43 Contingency, Finance & Lender Expectations22:28 Construction Costs & Where Real Value Is Added📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | How to Make Money from Property Development (What Most Beginners Miss) | The fastest way to lose money in property development isn’t the market, interest rates, or your builder.It’s starting your first project without understanding where profit is actually made.Most beginners think developers make money once construction starts. In reality, the money is made long before a builder ever steps on site. And if you get those early decisions wrong, everything that follows is just damage control.In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down how property developers actually make money, explaining the real levers that drive profit in property development and why most people misunderstand them.This is a practical, beginner-friendly guide to how property development works in the real world. No hype. No shortcuts. Just the fundamentals that experienced developers rely on to make money consistently.You’ll learn how to approach property development properly from day one, starting with site selection, feasibility accuracy, capital structure, timing, relationships, and systems that protect your downside and improve your margins.This video is designed to help you move forward with clarity instead of guessing.Whether you’re looking at a dual occupancy, townhouse development, or your first small-scale property development project, this video will help you understand where profit really comes from and how to avoid the mistakes that quietly destroy returns.🔥 You’ll learn How property developers actually make money Why most beginners lose money before construction startsHow to identify the right site before you buy Why feasibility accuracy matters more than market growth How capital, LVR, and GRV affect profit and risk Why relationships are one of the biggest profit levers How time delays silently destroy development margins The systems experienced developers use to stay profitable How to start property development the right way👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:29 Why Most Beginners Lose Money00:58 Buy the Right Site02:23 Know Your Numbers03:40 How Capital Really Works05:01 Relationships That Make You Money05:53 Time Is Money06:57 Build Systems That Make You Profitable07:54 Small Wins Add Up📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | How to Start Property Development in 2026 (Step-by-Step) | The fastest way to lose money in property development in 2026 is starting your first project without a real plan.Most people don’t fail because of the market, interest rates, or their builder. They fail because their very first deal was flawed from the start and they didn’t know it until it was too late.In this beginner-friendly guide, Peter Kelly walks you step by step through how to start property development in 2026, explaining the entire process in plain English. From choosing the right first project and understanding risk, to selecting the right area, running simple feasibilities, building the right team, and avoiding the mistakes that quietly kill first-time developments.This video shows you how small-scale property development actually works in the real world so you can move forward with clarity instead of guessing.Whether you’re considering a dual occupancy, townhouses, or your very first development project, this guide is designed to help you reduce risk before you commit.🔥 You’ll learn How to start property development in 2026 step by step The safest first projects for beginners How to choose the right suburb and avoid overcapitalising How to run a simple feasibility in plain English The core team you need before you buy a site The biggest mistakes first-time developers make What to do in the next 7 days to get moving👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:22 Where You Actually Start03:26 Step 1: Pick the Right First Project06:08 Step 2: Choosing Your Area07:57 Step 3: Understanding the Numbers10:20 Step 4: Building Your Team13:40 Step 5: The Tools You Need14:50 Step 6: The Biggest Mistakes First Timers Make17:00 Step 7: Your Next Seven Days📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | What I Wish I Knew Before Doing My First Property Development | Most property developments don’t fail because of one big mistake. They fail because of a series of small costs no one sees coming until it’s already too late.What looks like a great deal on paper can quietly fall apart once the soil, slope, services and planning rules start stacking against you after the site is already locked in.In this episode, Peter Kelly breaks down the hidden costs that kill most property developments and explains why beginners consistently miss them. From soil conditions and land gradient to easements, stormwater, services and planning constraints, this video shows how feasibility slowly erodes when due diligence is rushed or incomplete.This video explains what actually causes developments to blow out, why copying neighbouring projects is dangerous, and how small site differences can carry massive financial consequences.Whether you’re looking at your first development site or already own land, this episode will help you understand where projects go wrong and how to spot problems before they destroy your profit.🔥 You’ll learn The hidden costs most developers miss Why feasibility breaks down after purchase How soil, slope and services impact build costs Why copying neighbours is risky How to assess a site properly before committing👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:10 Soil Tests01:49 Site Gradient or Slope02:39 Easements03:40 Stormwater & Street-side Services04:40 Neighbourhood Precedence07:02 Why People Miss It08:43 How to Avoid It📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | How to Build a House in Australia (Beginners Guide) | Building a house in Australia sounds simple until one wrong decision blows your budget or delays your build by months.Before you sign a contract, choose a builder, or pour a slab, you need to understand how the Australian building process actually works from start to finish.In this beginner friendly guide, Peter Kelly walks you step by step through how to build a house in Australia, explaining every stage in plain English. From pre build planning and budgeting, choosing the right block, permits and approvals, construction stages, progress payments, right through to final handover and defects.This video covers exactly how the Australian building system works so you know what to expect, what to watch out for, and how to avoid the costly mistakes most first time builders make.Whether you are building your first home, an investment property, or planning a future build, this guide will give you clarity and confidence before you start.🔥 You’ll learn How to build a house in Australia step by step The pre build phase most beginners get wrong How construction stages and payments work What happens at base, frame, lockup, fixing and completion How to choose the right builder and contract What approvals and permits you actually need How handover and defects periods work👇 Chapters00:00 Intro02:09 Pre-Build Phase 1 Your Vision & Budget03:19 Pre-Build Phase 2 Choose Your Block & Due Diligence04:44 Pre-Build Phase 3 Design & Team Selection06:17 Pre-Build Phase 4 Approvals, Permits & Documentation08:17 Stage 1: Base Stage08:54 Stage 2: Frame Stage09:47 Stage 3: Lockup Stage10:09 Stage 4: Fixing Stage10:48 Stage 5: Completion Stage11:32 Final Checks, Compliance & Handover📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Property Developer Network: Don’t Develop Alone | Most developers don’t fail because they don’t understand property development. They fail because they try to figure it out on their own.In this video, Peter Kelly explains why developing in isolation is one of the biggest hidden risks in property development and why being part of a real property developer network changes how fast you learn, how early you spot problems, and how confidently you make decisions.Most developers know the theory. Feasibility, town planning, build costs, lending rules. But once you are dealing with councils, consultants, builders, and constantly changing market conditions, theory stops being enough.That is where a property developer network matters.🔥 You'll learn: Why developers fall behind without realising it How small decisions quietly compound into big problems Why real world context beats courses and content What a quality property developer network actually providesPeter breaks down why books, courses, and YouTube videos can teach concepts but cannot show you what is happening right now on the ground. Councils change. Builders shift. Finance tightens. If you are not plugged into other active developers, you are always reacting instead of anticipating.This is why the Little Fish Network exists. Thousands of active developers sharing real projects, real issues, and real lessons as they happen. No hype. No theory. Just what is actually happening in the market.If you are developing or about to start, do not do it alone.👇 Chapters00:00 Intro01:10 Why Most Developers Fall Behind03:27 Why Being Plugged In Matters04:45 The Game Never Stops Moving05:26 The Slowest Way to Learn06:09 The Little Fish Network📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | Backyard Subdivision, What Most People Get Wrong | Thinking about subdividing your backyard, but worried it could turn into a financial nightmare?Most backyard subdivisions fail not because the land is too small, but because people miss the real traps that don’t show up until it’s too late. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down exactly how to subdivide your backyard the right way, without getting screwed.If you already own a property or you’re considering buying one with subdivision potential, this video will show you what actually matters before you commit a dollar.No fluff.No jargon.Just real-world advice from someone who does this for a living.🔥 You’ll learn Whether subdividing your backyard actually makes financial sense The biggest mistakes homeowners make before they even start How the position of your existing house can kill a subdivision The minimum vehicle access that actually works in the real world Why outdoor space matters more than most people realise The difference between separate titles vs shared driveways Hidden costs with services, easements, and site constraints Why building behind an existing home costs more than people expect How to run a simple feasibility that protects you from bad deals What fast-track planning rules don’t tell you The exact team you need to avoid expensive mistakes👇 Chapters00:00 Intro00:58 Why You Want to Subdivide02:12 Can Your Block Handle a Backyard Subdivision?03:55 Vehicle Access: The Make-or-Break Factor05:00 Anything to Retain05:11 Outdoor Space: Making Both Home Livable06:54 Driveways, Titles & Common Property08:07 Services, Easements & Hidden Site Constraints09:27 Build Logistics: The Hidden Costs10:10 Running the Numbers11:06 Fast-Track Planning Rules11:48 The Team You Need to Get This Right📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | Property Development Courses: The Truth No One Tells Beginners | Everyone tells beginners to do a property development course but no one tells them what it actually teaches and what it never will.If you are new to property development and searching for the right course, this video breaks down the truth about property development education so you can avoid wasting money, time, and momentum before your first deal even starts.In this video, Peter Kelly explains what property development courses are designed to do, where they fall short, and how beginners should think about free versus paid education in the real world.🔥 You will learn: What courses really provide What courses never give you Free vs paid education Common beginner traps When education actually helps Where risk still livesThis video is for anyone researching property development courses, townhouse development education, free property development courses, or trying to understand how to start property development the right way as a beginner.Peter also explains where the Townhouse Development Blueprint fits, why it was built, and how it supports beginners inside Australia’s leading property developer community, the Little Fish Network.Before you buy a course or follow a guru, watch this.👇 Chapters00:00 Intro02:26 What a Course Can Do and What It Can’t03:56 Do You Actually Need a Course?05:28 Free vs Paid: What’s Actually Worth It07:01 Where the Townhouse Blueprint Fits In09:08 Why The Network Matters as Much as The Course10:19 What Should You Do Next?📺 Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube🏠 Join Australia’s #1 Property Developer Network Free (Forever!) Join Now for Free📣 Powered by: Little Fish Property☎️ Book a call with Pete: Click here | — | ||||||
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