Ep 22. If the Property Market Crashes… This Is How You Build Wealth (With Todd Sloan)
Most property investors think wealth is built when the market is rising… But the truth is, real wealth can be built in any real estate market. In this episode of the Investment By Design Podcast, we sit down with Todd Sloan from “Pizza & Property” to break down how investors can continue to grow their portfolio, create equity, and build long-term wealth even in a slowing or declining property market.
With uncertainty around interest rates, global events, and government policy, many investors are sitting on the sidelines waiting for “clarity.” But historically, these are the moments where the biggest opportunities are created, if you know what to look for.
🎙️ In this episode, we cover:
-Why “buy and hold” alone may not be enough in today’s market
-How to manufacture equity through smart property selection and renovation
-Todd’s real-world renovation example (and the ~$70K equity created)
-The biggest mistakes investors make when trying to add value
-What happens if the property market slows (or drops) from here
-How experienced investors think differently during uncertain times
Whether you’re buying your first investment property or trying to break past 1–2 properties, this episode will give you a clear framework for building momentum, regardless of market conditions.
Chapters:
00:00 How He Went From Minimum Wage to Property Investor (Unlikely Start)
07:58 How to Find Property Deals in Today’s Market (Play the Ball Where It Lies)
12:57 Melbourne Renovation Breakdown: Challenges, Costs & Equity Created
20:20 Beyond Buy & Hold: How to Create Wealth Through Forced Value
26:50 Renovation Systems: From Chaos to Repeatable Success
36:39 The Reality of Wealth: Sacrifice, Discipline & Doing What Matters
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🧠 Final Thought Most people wait for the market to make them money. The best investors learn how to make money regardless of the market.
