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The episode discusses the viability of the buy-and-hold investing strategy in Australian real estate and offers insights on property cycles and wealth creation.

In this thought-provoking episode, Sammy Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim to tackle the controversial question: Is the traditional buy-and-hold investing strategy dead? They break down the pitfalls of holding onto assets through long dead periods, the importance of understanding property cycles and why velocity of money and a business-like approach to investing can dramatically accelerate wealth creation. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this candid discussion will challenge what you’ve been told about playing the long game in Australian real estate and offer practical strategies for building a more strategic property portfolio. Could this be the greatest opportunity in the Australian Property Market? Australia is facing a perfect storm of shrinking rental supply, surging demand and major policy shifts. Get exclusive access to the Australian Property Scout research revealing the 12 regions we believe could experience some of the strongest rental growth in the country and why. Download it for free ⁠here⁠! School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both…

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