Dreams and adventures often take a back seat for many business owners. It’s that elusive work-life balance that always seem to be the challenge for most entrepreneurs, but not for Christina Mandanici.

In this episode of the WA Property Q&A podcast, we are joined by Christina Mandinici, co-founder of Paddington Realty, discussing her experience in the WA real estate market and personal journey from Melbourne to Perth. Christina shares insights into managing a family-oriented business, challenges in property management, and her adventurous trek to Everest Base Camp. She recounts the trials and triumphs of the expedition, highlighting her resolve and future aspirations including climbs at Mount Kinabalu and Mount Kilimanjaro.

Be sure to listen to the full episode or watch the video on YouTube to learn how Christina manages family, business, and that dream climb to the highest peak in the world.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to WA Property Q&A

00:47 Meet Christina Mandinici

01:35 Christina's journey from Melbourne to Perth

03:50 Christina's career and education

06:29 Starting Paddington Realty

10:51 Balancing family and business

12:26 Challenges and rewards in property management

16:23 Everest Base Camp adventure

21:22 The journey begins: From Looklett to Monjo

22:11 Challenges on the Namche Hill

24:59 The Rockcident: A major setback

28:32 Reaching Everest Base Camp

29:26 Life at Base Camp

37:50 The descent and return to Perth

39:20 Post-Adventure reflections

43:28 What's Next: Future adventures

Links and Resources:

· Rezzi

· Paddington Realty

· Peter Fletcher on LinkedIn

· Paddington Realty on LinkedIn

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In this episode of the WA Property Q&A podcast, we welcome back real estate expert David Palermo to discuss

· the importance of choosing the right mentorship in the real estate industry,

· insights into the evolving dynamics of the property market in Western Australia.

· The common challenges faced by new agents,

· the role of social media,

· and the significance of building community connections.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into successful property buying in Western Australia!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to WA Property Q&A Podcast

00:46 Meet David Palermo: background and experience

01:54 Journey into Real Estate: challenges and insights

05:46 Starting in Real Estate: tips for new agents

09:50 Mentorship and training in real estate

14:13 Challenges and changes in the real estate industry

24:22 The importance of adaptability in communication

25:25 Spotlight on Corey Adamson: A new breed of real estate agent

26:20 Leveraging social media for real estate success

29:47 Overcoming fear of social media among young agents

35:55 Creating authentic content and community engagement

42:53 Wrapping Up: final thoughts and contact information

Links and Resources:

· Rezzi

· Peter Fletcher on LinkedIn

· Davide Palermo

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This week, we are joined by Amplified Lending’s finance broker, Ryan Rawlins. Ryan has over 18 years of experience in finance broking and today, we’ll learn some important insights on investment strategies, the importance of understanding lending, and advice for first-time homebuyers buyers looking to maximize their returns in the Western Australia property market.

Listen to the full episode for additional tips on

· the benefits of buying more expensive properties

· the value of good financial advice and

· how different perspectives from both real estate and finance can help buyers make informed decisions.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to WA Property Q&A

00:47 Meet Ryan Rawlins: finance guru

01:20 Ryan's journey into finance broking

03:22 Real estate adventures and strategies

06:16 Investing in Perth: hotspots and insights

09:01 Mount Lawley project: challenges and plans

16:57 Finance tips for property buyers

17:42 Understanding compounding interest in property investment

18:19 The benefits of investing in higher priced properties

18:45 Compromises in property buying decisions

19:38 The importance of planning for future needs

21:30 Maximizing your loan potential

26:09 The role of financial planners in real estate

27:46 Balancing real estate and other investments

32:56 Personal experiences with property investment

38:50 Final thoughts and advice

Links and Resources:

· Rezzi

· Peter Fletcher on LinkedIn

· Ryan Rawlins on LinkedIn

· Amplified Lending Solutions

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· Apple Podcasts

· Spotify

· Podchaser