Hello everyone, my name is Naomi. I am really looking forward to the 3-day boot camp at the end of June. In the meantime, I will be soaking up the daily knowledge shared here, as well as exploring the AFL Property Portal. Looking forward to learning and connecting.

Now the dust has settled around the Renters’ Rights Act… here’s what property investors really need to know. There’s been a lot of noise, fear, and headlines about landlords selling up, rising regulation, and the end of Section 21. But if you step back and look at the bigger picture, this isn’t the end of opportunity in property… it’s the start of a more professional era. Yes, the rules are changing. Yes, landlords will need better systems, clearer communication, and stronger tenant management. But the reality is this: Good operators will still do very well. The investors who struggle are usually the ones relying on outdated practices, poor management, or razor-thin margins with no real strategy behind the deal. What the market is actually demanding now is:• Better quality housing• Professional landlords• Stronger tenant relationships• Long-term thinking• Solid cash flow models And let’s not ignore the other side of the story… Demand for rental accommodation is still massive. Some operators in London are reportedly showing 15–20 people around a single studio apartment because supply simply isn’t keeping up. That tells you everything you need to know. People still need homes.Demand is still there.And well-run property businesses are still needed more than ever. This is why education, compliance, and choosing the right strategy matters now more than ever before. The game hasn’t ended.The standard has just gone up. Curious to hear from the community on this one… Do you think the Renters’ Rights Act will improve the industry long term or create even more pressure on supply? Reply in the comment section.

Leverage is one of the main reasons people are able to scale in property faster than in most other industries. At its core, it’s about using resources beyond your own whether that’s money, time, or expertise to move further, quicker. When people talk about “other people’s money,” it’s not about avoiding responsibility, it’s about structuring deals in a way where everyone benefits. Relying only on your own savings can be slow and limiting. There’s only so many deals you can do and only so far you can grow. But when you understand how to work with investors, lenders, or partners, you’re able to take on bigger opportunities and do more deals at the same time. The key is making sure the numbers work and that there’s enough value in the deal for everyone involved. That said, leverage isn’t something to use blindly. It requires strong due diligence, clear communication, and a solid plan. If a deal doesn’t stack, adding more money to it won’t fix it, it will just amplify the risk. Used properly, leverage accelerates your growth. Used poorly, it can do the opposite. Over time, the goal is to become someone that people trust with their money and opportunities. When that happens, leverage stops being something you chase and starts becoming something that naturally comes your way through the reputation you build. What’s your current biggest challenge when it comes to using leverage, finding deals, raising funds, or structuring the right partnerships?