📌 Sign the Petition (URGENT – closes next week on 1 May):
Victorian Parliament Petition (VIC residents only): https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/get-involved/petitions/improve-the-efficiency-and-fairness-of-the-residential-tenancies-list/

Change.org Petition (open to all): https://c.org/CjQx88vrbT

This is not a typical Property Couch episode.

In this urgent and important conversation, Ben steps in as Chair of the Property Investors Council of Australia (PICA) to unpack a real-life case that highlights what can happen when the balance between landlord and tenant rights breaks down.

After seeing a confronting story in the media, Ben sits down with investor Dan Yeats to hear firsthand what unfolded — a 13-month ordeal involving unpaid rent, repeated tribunal delays, and a property left in devastating condition.

But this isn’t just about one story. It raises bigger questions about the system, the unintended consequences of legislation, and what needs to change moving forward.

With a key petition closing next week, this episode is a call to understand the issue — and take action if you feel strongly about it.

⏱️ Timestamps:

• 01:03 – The real-life case that sparked national media coverage
• 02:03 – Inside the property: what went wrong
• 03:17 – The VCAT process and repeated delays
• 04:06 – Financial and emotional toll on the investor
• 07:06 – 13-month timeline: how it unfolded
• 10:07 – The legislation changes and imbalance explained
• 14:26 – What needs to change in the system
• 19:22 – The push for reform and starting the petition
• 21:15 – Why this petition matters right now
• 23:20 – The personal toll: family, work, and stress
• 25:12 – Broader impact on the Victorian property market
• 27:21 – System breakdown: where it’s failing
• 29:34 – Lessons learned: insurance and due diligence
• 32:44 – Final message + how you can help

Final Note:

If this story resonates with you — whether you’re an investor, renter, or simply someone who believes in fair and balanced systems — now is the time to make your voice heard.

The Victorian petition closes soon, so don’t leave it too late.

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Welcome back to The Hill I’ll Die On, our Friday mini-series where members of the Property Couch crew share bold property and money opinions they’re willing to stand behind.

This week, economist Evan Lucas joins Ben Kingsley to tackle a big topic:

Personal income tax.

Evan argues that Australia’s current tax system places too much pressure on income earners and may be discouraging aspiration and productivity.

He explains how bracket creep, tax thresholds, and behavioural responses all play a role in shaping how people work, invest, and structure their finances.

The conversation also explores what a more balanced tax system could look like — one that supports both fairness and incentive.

If you’ve ever questioned how much tax is too much, this episode is worth your time.

Got a question or a “hill” you want us to unpack? Send it through here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/

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What if the best time to buy your first home… is when everyone else is hesitating?

With rising interest rates, higher living costs and shifting market sentiment, many would assume it’s the worst time to enter the property market.

But here’s the twist: It might actually be one of the most important times to get your strategy right.

Welcome to Part 1 of our 3-part mini-series on how to buy a home, where we break down the foundations every first-time buyer needs before they even start looking at properties.

Ben is joined by Couch Crew members Luke Oxenham (mortgage broker extraordinaire helping Aussies navigate lending every day) and Shane Pope (buyer’s agent on the ground negotiating deals) to unpack the critical first steps that can make or break your journey.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between borrowing power and true affordability
• Why a 20% deposit isn’t always necessary (and what your options are)
• The hidden costs most buyers forget to budget for
• Why not all pre-approvals are created equal
• How lenders actually assess your application (and what can trip you up)

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