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 • 38 episodes

The Informed Investor

Latest Episodes

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

What “Fair Wear And Tear” Really Means In Rentals

Final bond inspections live or die on one thing: evidence that clearly shows what changed from move-in to move-out. We talk through how we document discrepancies, negotiate deductions, and manage owner expectations so bonds don’t become weeks o...

June 02, 2026 • 32:28

Can Landlords Reset After A Rental Nightmare

We talk through what a tenancy gone wrong really looks like, including why it can happen even with good screening and years of smooth renting. We share real examples, unpack the legal process, and lay out how landlords can protect their finance...

May 17, 2026 • 27:51

Investor Conversations That Change Everything

We talk through the investor conversations that shift everything, from maintenance panic to leasing slowdowns, and why “normal” only makes sense when you can compare your property to real benchmarks. We share how trust, context, and clear commu...

May 12, 2026 • 25:31