Ep. 292: The Rise of Coastal Living & Quality Property Investing with Matt Knight

In this episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, Mike Mortlock sits down with Matt Knight, property strategist and founder of Precium, to explore how the property market has transformed post-COVID—particularly along the stunning South Coast of New South Wales. Matt brings his deep expertise on regional markets and investor strategy to break down the ripple effects of the pandemic, especially the surge of city dwellers trading in urban life for beachside bliss. He and Mike unpack why this “sea change” is more than just a trend and how savvy investors are shifting their strategy toward quality over quantity, focusing on prime land and long-term growth. From buyer fatigue to emerging development strategies, this episode is a rich dive into where the smart money is headed—and what you need to know to stay ahead in an evolving market. What we cover in this episode: Why media narratives often miss the real story in real estate How COVID-19 permanently changed regional property markets Why more investors are targeting beach houses and blue-chip land What the sub-$1M market says about current buyer confidence How seasoned investors are rethinking their portfolios Why fewer, higher-quality properties are becoming the new benchmark What’s ahead: rate cuts, policy changes, and market forecasts Here at MCG, we are committed to creating a forum and education series for property owners and investors. We do depreciation differently and offer a set rate for Replacement Cost Estimate reports. A first in the industry. Join our clients saving more on their tax today https://www.mcgqs.com.au/ LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Spotify: https://bit.ly/4ejPdvq Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4kam8Ux Website: https://gearedforgrowth.com.au/ Don't miss out on this enriching discussion that could revolutionise your investment journey! 🚀 If you're enjoying the show, subscribe and leave a review to share your feedback and insights. Let's grow together! #propertyinvesting #investingpodcast #podcast #realestate #propertyinvestor #gearedforgrowth #mikemortlock #propertyinvestment #propertymarket #coastalliving #mattknight