Summary:
Tyron Hyde sits down with property investment savant, Chris Gray. The conversation traverses Chris's impressive $25 million property portfolio, delving into his unconventional investment strategies that defy traditional norms.

By asking his famous "ten questions", Tyron Hyde delves into Chris Gray's investment journey, highlighting Gray's preference for value accumulation over immediate equity and discussing the significance of property control in building wealth. Anchored in his contrarian approach, Gray's investment philosophy emphasises spending wisely to leverage money effectively, especially in real estate. Through anecdotes and examples, Chris provides insights into his experiences, spanning from clever property renovations to prudent financial planning amidst shifting interest rates.

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Key Takeaways:

• Chris Gray advises on building wealth by controlling more assets rather than focusing solely on debt repayment.
• A discussion on rent vesting strategy demonstrates that inflated rents can be advantageous for property owners.
• Leveraging high-quality assets, particularly in blue-chip areas, is crucial for long-term investment stability.
• Having cash buffers and understanding the market cycles are key to navigating through times of economic fluctuation.
• Gray underscores the importance of obtaining independent valuations before making investment decisions.

Quotes:

• "I'd rather have $10 million of property and $10 million of debt. Ten doubles to 20 million, whereas one only doubles to two."
• "In my 30s, I did a 40-hour job in 20 hours, so I could have the other 20 hours for property investing or hanging out."
• "Having $10 million of debt is stressful. But if you've got equity or other properties to cover it, it's just part of the cycle."
• "You can't just look at the yields in isolation. It's about the quality and scarcity of the land, not just the quantity."
• "The new generation is. You get rich by spending money these days, spending money on valuations or buyers agents, or on depreciation reports."

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Tyron Hyde is the CEO of Washington Brown Quantity Surveyors