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Episode 244: New Builds, New Opportunities With Harry Pontikis

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builders often tell clients to go straight to the bank, the one bank they go to might then give them a lower than average estimate, and then the client expects the builder to work with that lower budget

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode featuring Harry Pontikis, founder of Chocolate Money, a specialist finance broking company that has been helping builders, developers and the broader construction industry with their funding needs since 2003. Harry shares his expert perspective on the recent Australian budget changes, what they mean for property investors, and why, for once, the light is shining on residential builders.

Inside episode 244 you will discover

What the recent Australian budget changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax actually mean
Why the changes are creating a real opportunity for builders
How builders can position themselves to work with property investors
Why knockdown rebuilds, duplexes and multi-unit dwellings are worth paying attention to
Why builders should consider building their own property portfolio
Why the best time to borrow money is when you don't need it
And much, much more.

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key moments

3:05 Why cashflow remains the number one challenge that brings even great builders undone
6:20 How the recent budget changes have rattled property investors across Australia
9:23 Why the government is clearly signalling it wants new homes built and what that means for builders
14:53 How builders can unlock opportunities with property investors looking to build new properties
19:57 Why builders should consider using their own skills to build and grow a property portfolio
21:11 What the current funding environment looks like and how to put your best foot forward

Harry Pontikis is the founder of Chocolate Money, a specialist finance broking company that has been helping builders, developers and the construction industry with their funding needs since 2003. Based in Victoria, Australia, Harry brings deep expertise in construction finance, lending strategy and the property market, helping builders secure the right funding to grow their businesses with confidence.

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