The Informed Investor

The Informed Investor is the podcast that pulls back the curtain on property management, giving investors a real understanding of what happens behind the scenes to protect and grow their investment.

Hosted by property management experts Ashleigh Goodchild and Marisa Reeves, each episode explores property investing from an operational point of view, the conversations most investors never hear, but absolutely should.

From maintenance and legislation to tenant management, communication, inspections, systems and strategy, this podcast is designed to help investors make more confident decisions, understand the realities of property ownership, and build stronger relationships with their property managers.

Whether you’re a first-time investor, growing a portfolio, or simply wanting to better understand how your investment is managed, The Informed Investor delivers practical advice, honest conversations, industry insights and real-world experiences to help you invest with clarity and confidence.

Podcasting since 2025 • 41 episodes

The Informed Investor

Latest Episodes

What is an Annual Investor Audit?

August 27, 2026 • 8:52

New Zealand Vs Australia Rentals: What Changes For Landlords And Tenants

A rental property can look fine on paper and still fail the standards that actually protect tenants and landlords. We sit down with Natalee Kruger, SOCO Realty’s Business Development Manager, to unpack the real differences between the New Zeala...

August 20, 2026 • 19:09

Choosing The Right Granny Flat In Perth For Privacy And Rent

We answer a listener question about the best granny flat options in Perth, including rough costs, ideal layout, and what makes a build feel like a real home. We also share the property management pitfalls that create tenant disputes, especially...

July 25, 2026 • 8:33

What A Property Manager Should Check During A Routine Rental Inspection

We break down what routine inspections are actually for, what WA rules require, and where “thorough” turns into unreasonable. We also tackle photos, privacy, inspection frequency, and why remote inspections may become normal if used...

June 30, 2026 • 23:37

Are We Collecting Too Much Tenant Data on Applications?

We break down what really happens after someone clicks “apply”, from privacy-heavy forms to the behind-the-scenes checks that decide who even gets presented to the owner. We also unpack affordability maths, why rental ledgers don’t ...

June 16, 2026 • 35:20