Buying Gold Coast

Everyone says you need a massive deposit to buy a house… but they’re wrong.

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Strudwick, who went from a $15k Deposit to building a multi-property portfolio in South East Queensland (including on the Gold Coast). We break down the real strategies that first home buyers and early investors can use right now - even if you’re starting with a small deposit.

Whether you're trying to enter the Gold Coast housing market for the first time or want to build long-term wealth through smart property strategy, this conversation is packed with practical steps you can actually take.

In this episode, we cover: • How Jordan bought his first Gold Coast property with just $15k • The biggest mistakes first home buyers make • How to build equity and grow a property portfolio • Smart investment property tips for beginners • The truth about buying Gold Coast property in 2025 • What every first-time buyer needs to know before making a move • Real estate investing strategies that actually work in Australia

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$2.5 billion is being poured into the Gold Coast… but why?In this deep dive, I unpack the truth behind the Gold Coast property boom and how upcoming Gold Coast developments in Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach could completely redefine luxury living.

From new Gold Coast apartments and lifestyle precincts to rising rental demand and shifting buyer behaviour, I break down how migration, luxury tourism, and lifestyle design are shaping the next phase of the Gold Coast real estate market, and where the biggest opportunities lie in 2025 and beyond.

We dive deep into:

• The $2.5 billion development transforming Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach

• How new Gold Coast developments drive real estate trends and buyer behaviour

• The rise of lifestyle precincts and what they mean for the Gold Coast property boom

• Why rental demand across the city continues to surge

• The key opportunities I see for buyers and investors in 2025 and beyond

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Ever wondered how to design a home that truly feels like you, rather than just following a trend?

In this episode, award winning designer Ros Banksia Smith discusses finding your own interior design style, avoiding common design mistakes, and creating home interiors that are both beautiful and deeply personal.

 From uncovering your personal design style to avoiding common renovation mistakes, Ros explores the connection between wellbeing, creativity, and the spaces we live in.

We dive into the emotional side of home design, how to make confident choices, find beauty in functionality, and create rooms that feel warm, balanced, and alive. Ros also opens up about her journey between Bali and the Gold Coast, her book Courage, and how journaling has shaped both her design philosophy and her life.

If you’re dreaming of a renovation, designing your first home, or simply wanting to make your space feel more like you, this conversation will help you:

• Find your personal design style and make it flow through your home

• Recognise which interior design trends to avoid

• Make a small space feel bigger and more intentional

• Bring wellness and mindfulness into your design decisionsAvoid common design mistakes and renovation regrets

• Understand how your lifestyle and energy influence your space

A beautiful mix of storytelling and practical advice, this episode blends Gold Coast interior design insights with the soulful approach Ros is known for.

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The Gold Coast might look like paradise… but it’s quickly becoming one of Australia’s most expensive places to holiday,  and that’s having a huge impact on the property market.

In today’s deep dive, Matt breaks down why prices are climbing, how tourism demand is driving holiday-home investment, and what it means for buyers trying to break into the Gold Coast market.

We dive deep into:

• Why more tourists are turning into property buyers

• The link between short-term accommodation and property price growth

• How supply and demand are shaping the Gold Coast property market in 2025

• The new high-rise developments set to hit Broadbeach, Burleigh, and Palm Beach

• Why not all “holiday home” investments are smart buys

• Matt’s prediction for when prices might finally cool after 2026

If you want a realistic take on what’s really driving the Gold Coast property boom, this episode is for you.

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Matt Srama sits down with award-winning designer Jayson Pate from Jayson Pate Design to unpack the reality of luxury home design, Gold Coast property trends, and what’s really driving the Gold Coast property market in 2025.

From knockdown rebuilds and costs to build luxury homes, to finding the right Gold Coast suburbs before the Olympics 2032, Jason shares honest, expert insights from years of experience shaping some of the city’s most iconic homes.

They dive into:

• How to buy a house in Queensland with clarity and confidence

• The design trends defining 2025 luxury homes

• Why orientation and block selection can make or break your project

• The power of location vs design value

• How to future-proof your build for lifestyle and long-term growth

• The mindset behind real success in property investing and design

If you love real estate insights, property education, and conversations that bridge design, lifestyle, and wealth creation, this one is a must-listen.

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