<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/buyers-agent-mastery/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Buyers Agent Mastery Podcast]]></title><podcast:guid>115afd96-eb98-508c-a7b4-b888e962d2f3</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:00:19 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 Buyers Agent Mastery]]></copyright><managingEditor>Buyers Agent Mastery</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Buyers Agent Mastery is the podcast for buyers agents who want to build a better business.

Hosted by industry veterans Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan, each episode features candid conversations with some of Australia's most successful buyers agents, uncovering the real numbers, real mistakes, and real lessons behind building a profitable and sustainable agency. 

Whether you're just starting out, growing your client base, or scaling a team, you'll learn practical insights on marketing, sales, systems, hiring, leadership, and profitability from people who have actually done it. 

No theory. No fluff. Just proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and actionable takeaways to help you grow your buyers agency with confidence.  Real buyers agents. Real numbers. Real mistakes. What it actually takes to grow.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/2ce4de5f-cb74-4ea8-9f29-3ced36730498/BAM-Buyers-Agent-Mastery-Podcast-thumbnail-no-shadows.png</url><title>Buyers Agent Mastery Podcast</title><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/2ce4de5f-cb74-4ea8-9f29-3ced36730498/BAM-Buyers-Agent-Mastery-Podcast-thumbnail-no-shadows.png"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Buyers Agent Mastery</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Buyers Agent Mastery</itunes:author><description>Buyers Agent Mastery is the podcast for buyers agents who want to build a better business.

Hosted by industry veterans Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan, each episode features candid conversations with some of Australia&apos;s most successful buyers agents, uncovering the real numbers, real mistakes, and real lessons behind building a profitable and sustainable agency. 

Whether you&apos;re just starting out, growing your client base, or scaling a team, you&apos;ll learn practical insights on marketing, sales, systems, hiring, leadership, and profitability from people who have actually done it. 

No theory. No fluff. Just proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and actionable takeaways to help you grow your buyers agency with confidence.  Real buyers agents. Real numbers. Real mistakes. What it actually takes to grow.</description><link>https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Buyers Agent Mastery is the podcast for buyers agents who want to build a better business.]]></itunes:subtitle><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Careers"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Business"></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Courses"/></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>John Nguyen: AML Compliance for Buyers Agents, Explained | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 005</title><itunes:title>John Nguyen: AML Compliance for Buyers Agents, Explained | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 005</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>AML/CTF has introduced a whole new compliance responsibility for buyers agents — and the biggest risk may be assuming you’ve got it covered when you haven’t.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with AML specialist John Nguyen to unpack what the new rules actually mean for buyers agents. </p><p>John breaks down when clients need to be screened, who needs AML training, how to handle high-risk clients and suspicious matter reports, and why trusts, companies and SMSFs can make the process far more complicated than simply checking an ID.</p><p>You’ll also hear where buyers agencies are most likely to get caught out: relying on generic screening software, missing people who need to be screened, navigating vendor due diligence, and assuming another professional’s checks remove your liability. </p><p>John also walks through the time and complexity involved in managing AML yourself — and why getting the process right matters when the penalties for non-compliance can be significant.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:04 - What Tranche 2 Means for Buyers Agents</p><p>03:19 - Why AML Compliance Is So Difficult</p><p>07:58 - Navigating AML’s Grey Areas</p><p>10:56 - The Problem With AUSTRAC’s Starter Kit</p><p>12:23 - The Deadlines Have Passed. What Now?</p><p>14:35 - KYC, High-Risk Clients and SMRs</p><p>18:43 - How Money Laundering Shows Up in Property</p><p>21:10 - Why the Penalties Feel Disproportionate</p><p>23:53 - Reporting Suspicious Activity Without Fear</p><p>24:42 - The Biggest AML Compliance Gaps</p><p>25:09 - Who in Your Team Needs AML Training?</p><p>26:21 - Screening Trusts, Companies and SMSFs</p><p>29:47 - When Do You Need to Screen a Client?</p><p>30:28 - AML Rules for Auction-Only Services</p><p>31:01 - The Challenge of Screening Vendors</p><p>34:48 - The DIY AML Process, Step by Step</p><p>39:22 - How Done-for-You Compliance Scales</p><p>41:12 - The Buyers Agent Mastery AML Partnership</p><p>43:16 - Final Takeaways: Compliance Isn’t Going Away</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>John Nguyen is the founder of AML Partners, </strong>an Australian AML/CTF compliance provider working with real estate agencies, buyers agents and conveyancers.</p><p>John brings more than 10 years of financial crime experience across major banks including CBA, Westpac and ANZ, along with audit experience at Ernst &amp; Young.</p><p>After seeing the challenges even major financial institutions faced in implementing AML compliance correctly, John and his team developed a technology and service-based approach designed to make compliance more practical for smaller businesses, including buyers agencies.</p><p>In this episode, John brings that experience directly into the buyers agent workflow, explaining the practical obligations agencies now face and some of the common gaps that can leave businesses exposed.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with John</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-nguyen-302541408/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John Nguyen (LinkedIn) </a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.amlpartners.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John Nguyen (Website) </a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>AML/CTF has introduced a whole new compliance responsibility for buyers agents — and the biggest risk may be assuming you’ve got it covered when you haven’t.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with AML specialist John Nguyen to unpack what the new rules actually mean for buyers agents. </p><p>John breaks down when clients need to be screened, who needs AML training, how to handle high-risk clients and suspicious matter reports, and why trusts, companies and SMSFs can make the process far more complicated than simply checking an ID.</p><p>You’ll also hear where buyers agencies are most likely to get caught out: relying on generic screening software, missing people who need to be screened, navigating vendor due diligence, and assuming another professional’s checks remove your liability. </p><p>John also walks through the time and complexity involved in managing AML yourself — and why getting the process right matters when the penalties for non-compliance can be significant.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:04 - What Tranche 2 Means for Buyers Agents</p><p>03:19 - Why AML Compliance Is So Difficult</p><p>07:58 - Navigating AML’s Grey Areas</p><p>10:56 - The Problem With AUSTRAC’s Starter Kit</p><p>12:23 - The Deadlines Have Passed. What Now?</p><p>14:35 - KYC, High-Risk Clients and SMRs</p><p>18:43 - How Money Laundering Shows Up in Property</p><p>21:10 - Why the Penalties Feel Disproportionate</p><p>23:53 - Reporting Suspicious Activity Without Fear</p><p>24:42 - The Biggest AML Compliance Gaps</p><p>25:09 - Who in Your Team Needs AML Training?</p><p>26:21 - Screening Trusts, Companies and SMSFs</p><p>29:47 - When Do You Need to Screen a Client?</p><p>30:28 - AML Rules for Auction-Only Services</p><p>31:01 - The Challenge of Screening Vendors</p><p>34:48 - The DIY AML Process, Step by Step</p><p>39:22 - How Done-for-You Compliance Scales</p><p>41:12 - The Buyers Agent Mastery AML Partnership</p><p>43:16 - Final Takeaways: Compliance Isn’t Going Away</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>John Nguyen is the founder of AML Partners, </strong>an Australian AML/CTF compliance provider working with real estate agencies, buyers agents and conveyancers.</p><p>John brings more than 10 years of financial crime experience across major banks including CBA, Westpac and ANZ, along with audit experience at Ernst &amp; Young.</p><p>After seeing the challenges even major financial institutions faced in implementing AML compliance correctly, John and his team developed a technology and service-based approach designed to make compliance more practical for smaller businesses, including buyers agencies.</p><p>In this episode, John brings that experience directly into the buyers agent workflow, explaining the practical obligations agencies now face and some of the common gaps that can leave businesses exposed.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with John</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-nguyen-302541408/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John Nguyen (LinkedIn) </a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.amlpartners.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John Nguyen (Website) </a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2c5a2d8-eb28-40e9-aa8e-baeab50c7c81</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/92e0d6d0-2e28-4a14-b61a-edcbbbe0c2c6/BAM005-John-Nguyen-Captivate.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +1000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d2c5a2d8-eb28-40e9-aa8e-baeab50c7c81.mp3" length="45413398" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/919024f1-5bb7-4dcc-8daa-4e898bf9f7bf/index.html" type="text/html"/><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-3399f363-3cb1-464b-b5b6-cc166a8f0593.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item><item><title>Meighan Wells: Lessons From Queensland&apos;s Buyers Agent Pioneer | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 004</title><itunes:title>Meighan Wells: Lessons From Queensland&apos;s Buyers Agent Pioneer | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 004</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>“The most empowering point in your business is when you can say no to someone and say, ‘You’re just not the right fit for us.’”</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with one of Queensland's true buyer's agency pioneers, Meighan Wells.</p><p>As the founder of Property Pursuit and a three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan shares what she's learned from more than two decades in business, including why she intentionally scaled back after discovering that growth can sometimes come at the expense of quality.</p><p>They unpack referrals, hiring mistakes, fee structures, client management, buyer education, and the systems that have helped her build a business where more than 80% of clients come from referrals and repeat business.</p><p>If you're looking to build a buyer's agency that lasts decades—not just years—this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:11 – Meet the Buyers Agent Who Wrote the Rulebook</p><p>03:46 – From Startup to Industry Pioneer</p><p>07:10 – The Payment Model Clients Respect More</p><p>12:27 – The Danger of Being a Generalist</p><p>18:52 – Eight Buyers Agents Missed This Red Flag</p><p>23:38 – The Referral System Behind an 80% Repeat Business</p><p>28:50 – Stop Chasing Leads. Start Improving Conversions</p><p>31:03 – How AI Is Sending New Clients to Buyers Agents</p><p>34:59 – The Hiring Mistake That Cost Me Dearly</p><p>38:59 – How to Spot Future Flight Risks in Interviews</p><p>41:43 – Why Some Buyers Agents Last and Others Don't</p><p>47:01 – "We Advise, You Decide": Managing Client Risk</p><p>50:05 – The Biggest Lessons From Two Decades in Business</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Meighan Wells</strong> is the founder and principal of <strong>Property Pursuit</strong> and one of Queensland's most experienced buyer's agents.</p><p>With more than 20 years in the industry, she has helped shape the profession, including authoring the original REIQ education module on acting as a buyer's agent. A three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan combines a background in psychology, risk management, and business with deep expertise in negotiation and client advocacy.</p><p>Known for her systems-driven approach and commitment to long-term outcomes, she has built a highly respected referral-based business focused on helping clients make smarter property decisions.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Meighan</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://propertypursuit.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website | Property Pursuit</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/property-pursuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Property Pursuit Advisors</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanwells/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Meighan Wells</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MeighanPropertyPursuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook | Meighan Wells</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>“The most empowering point in your business is when you can say no to someone and say, ‘You’re just not the right fit for us.’”</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with one of Queensland's true buyer's agency pioneers, Meighan Wells.</p><p>As the founder of Property Pursuit and a three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan shares what she's learned from more than two decades in business, including why she intentionally scaled back after discovering that growth can sometimes come at the expense of quality.</p><p>They unpack referrals, hiring mistakes, fee structures, client management, buyer education, and the systems that have helped her build a business where more than 80% of clients come from referrals and repeat business.</p><p>If you're looking to build a buyer's agency that lasts decades—not just years—this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:11 – Meet the Buyers Agent Who Wrote the Rulebook</p><p>03:46 – From Startup to Industry Pioneer</p><p>07:10 – The Payment Model Clients Respect More</p><p>12:27 – The Danger of Being a Generalist</p><p>18:52 – Eight Buyers Agents Missed This Red Flag</p><p>23:38 – The Referral System Behind an 80% Repeat Business</p><p>28:50 – Stop Chasing Leads. Start Improving Conversions</p><p>31:03 – How AI Is Sending New Clients to Buyers Agents</p><p>34:59 – The Hiring Mistake That Cost Me Dearly</p><p>38:59 – How to Spot Future Flight Risks in Interviews</p><p>41:43 – Why Some Buyers Agents Last and Others Don't</p><p>47:01 – "We Advise, You Decide": Managing Client Risk</p><p>50:05 – The Biggest Lessons From Two Decades in Business</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Meighan Wells</strong> is the founder and principal of <strong>Property Pursuit</strong> and one of Queensland's most experienced buyer's agents.</p><p>With more than 20 years in the industry, she has helped shape the profession, including authoring the original REIQ education module on acting as a buyer's agent. A three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan combines a background in psychology, risk management, and business with deep expertise in negotiation and client advocacy.</p><p>Known for her systems-driven approach and commitment to long-term outcomes, she has built a highly respected referral-based business focused on helping clients make smarter property decisions.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Meighan</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://propertypursuit.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website | Property Pursuit</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/property-pursuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Property Pursuit Advisors</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanwells/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Meighan Wells</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MeighanPropertyPursuit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook | Meighan Wells</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b6b53bd7-b060-4d66-a362-4cd87ba1df89</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/9f24ca1e-a595-40d8-9fd3-fea558be9da6/BAM-004-Meighan-Wells-1.png"/><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +1000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b6b53bd7-b060-4d66-a362-4cd87ba1df89.mp3" length="55275145" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/e30290b4-1961-4ffc-971a-b82f02feaf2a/index.html" type="text/html"/><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-39cc68ab-13b7-4e08-a041-095b6c5d1bec.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item><item><title>Jarrod McCabe: Building A 30-Year Buyer&apos;s Agency | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 003</title><itunes:title>Jarrod McCabe: Building A 30-Year Buyer&apos;s Agency | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 003</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Building a successful buyer's agency is one thing. Building one that thrives for 30 years is something else entirely.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Veronica and Bryce sit down with Jarrod McCabe, Director of Wakelin Property Advisory, one of Australia's most respected and longest-running buyer's agencies.</p><p>Jarrod shares his journey from property valuer to business owner, the lessons he learned working under industry pioneers Richard and Monique Wakelin, and the mindset shifts required to move from technical property expertise into trusted advisory work.</p><p>The conversation explores scaling through systems, building referral networks, adapting to changing investor markets, winning trust with owner-occupier clients, vendor advocacy as a growth channel, and why experience remains the ultimate competitive advantage.</p><p>Whether you're starting your buyer's agency or looking to scale beyond your own production, this episode offers a blueprint for building a business that stands the test of time.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>00:21 – Meet Jarrod McCabe &amp; The Wakelin Story</p><p>03:30 – From Property Valuer To Buyer's Agent</p><p>05:57 – The Method Behind Winning More Auctions</p><p>08:57 – How To Price Melbourne's Best Properties</p><p>12:10 – Why Asset Selection Beats Negotiation</p><p>14:49 – Scaling Fees Without Losing Trust</p><p>16:53 – The Shift From Investors To Home Buyers</p><p>22:14 – Negative Gearing, New Builds &amp; Investor Risk</p><p>26:02 – How Established Firms Navigate Policy Changes</p><p>28:21 – Building A Sales Process That Scales</p><p>33:06 – The Auction Mistake That Nearly Cost A Deal</p><p>35:36 – Understanding Agent Behaviour At Auction</p><p>40:14 – Why Mentorship Accelerates Success</p><p>46:14 – Finding And Attracting Ideal Clients</p><p>48:10 – Credibility: The Ultimate Growth Strategy</p><p>51:11 – Why Sharing Knowledge Builds Authority</p><p>54:42 – Understanding The Owner Occupier Mindset</p><p>58:15 – The Power Of Mentorship And Experience</p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Jarrod McCabe</strong> is a <strong>Director of Wakelin Property Advisory</strong>, one of Melbourne's longest-running and most respected buyer's agencies.</p><p>Originally trained as a property valuer, Jarrod spent years working across residential, commercial, rural and compulsory acquisition valuations before joining Wakelin Property Advisory in 2010. Under the mentorship of Richard and Monique Wakelin, he developed deep expertise in buyer advocacy, asset selection and strategic property advice.</p><p>Today, Jarrod helps lead a business that has been operating since 1995 and has successfully evolved through multiple property cycles. His work spans buyer advocacy, vendor advocacy, investment strategy and owner-occupier acquisitions, with a strong focus on long-term asset selection and client outcomes.</p><p>Known for his practical approach, Jarrod believes the greatest value a buyer's agent provides is not negotiating a lower price, but helping clients avoid buying the wrong property in the first place.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Jarrod</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://wakelin.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wakelin-property-advisory/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WakelinPropertyAdvisory/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook Page | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-mccabe-81333034/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Jarrod McCabe - Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Building a successful buyer's agency is one thing. Building one that thrives for 30 years is something else entirely.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Veronica and Bryce sit down with Jarrod McCabe, Director of Wakelin Property Advisory, one of Australia's most respected and longest-running buyer's agencies.</p><p>Jarrod shares his journey from property valuer to business owner, the lessons he learned working under industry pioneers Richard and Monique Wakelin, and the mindset shifts required to move from technical property expertise into trusted advisory work.</p><p>The conversation explores scaling through systems, building referral networks, adapting to changing investor markets, winning trust with owner-occupier clients, vendor advocacy as a growth channel, and why experience remains the ultimate competitive advantage.</p><p>Whether you're starting your buyer's agency or looking to scale beyond your own production, this episode offers a blueprint for building a business that stands the test of time.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>00:21 – Meet Jarrod McCabe &amp; The Wakelin Story</p><p>03:30 – From Property Valuer To Buyer's Agent</p><p>05:57 – The Method Behind Winning More Auctions</p><p>08:57 – How To Price Melbourne's Best Properties</p><p>12:10 – Why Asset Selection Beats Negotiation</p><p>14:49 – Scaling Fees Without Losing Trust</p><p>16:53 – The Shift From Investors To Home Buyers</p><p>22:14 – Negative Gearing, New Builds &amp; Investor Risk</p><p>26:02 – How Established Firms Navigate Policy Changes</p><p>28:21 – Building A Sales Process That Scales</p><p>33:06 – The Auction Mistake That Nearly Cost A Deal</p><p>35:36 – Understanding Agent Behaviour At Auction</p><p>40:14 – Why Mentorship Accelerates Success</p><p>46:14 – Finding And Attracting Ideal Clients</p><p>48:10 – Credibility: The Ultimate Growth Strategy</p><p>51:11 – Why Sharing Knowledge Builds Authority</p><p>54:42 – Understanding The Owner Occupier Mindset</p><p>58:15 – The Power Of Mentorship And Experience</p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Jarrod McCabe</strong> is a <strong>Director of Wakelin Property Advisory</strong>, one of Melbourne's longest-running and most respected buyer's agencies.</p><p>Originally trained as a property valuer, Jarrod spent years working across residential, commercial, rural and compulsory acquisition valuations before joining Wakelin Property Advisory in 2010. Under the mentorship of Richard and Monique Wakelin, he developed deep expertise in buyer advocacy, asset selection and strategic property advice.</p><p>Today, Jarrod helps lead a business that has been operating since 1995 and has successfully evolved through multiple property cycles. His work spans buyer advocacy, vendor advocacy, investment strategy and owner-occupier acquisitions, with a strong focus on long-term asset selection and client outcomes.</p><p>Known for his practical approach, Jarrod believes the greatest value a buyer's agent provides is not negotiating a lower price, but helping clients avoid buying the wrong property in the first place.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Jarrod</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://wakelin.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wakelin-property-advisory/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li><li><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WakelinPropertyAdvisory/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook Page | Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-mccabe-81333034/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn | Jarrod McCabe - Wakelin Property Advisory</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e0018ffe-925f-496e-8a94-59a239954236</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8e4063a8-1fb7-47ee-82f0-f838740e1ac2/BAM-003-Jarrod-McCabe-1.png"/><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +1000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e0018ffe-925f-496e-8a94-59a239954236.mp3" length="58516458" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-935878c4-fe37-41e2-b96f-e477cfbee121.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item><item><title>Scott Aggett: Build A Team, Not A Unicorn | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 002</title><itunes:title>Scott Aggett: Build A Team, Not A Unicorn | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 002</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Most buyer's agents burn out trying to do everything themselves. Scott Aggett took the opposite approach — he broke the buyer's agent role into specialist functions, hired to his weaknesses, and built Green Shoots Property into one of Australia's most systematic buyer's agencies.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Scott pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to scale a buyer's agent business beyond the founder. He shares the segmentation model that freed him from being the bottleneck, the data-driven method he uses to identify property hotspots before they heat up, and why 90% of his clients come back — without a marketing machine behind him.</p><p>You'll also hear the hard stuff: why he had to cut his team from eight to seven after a revenue hit, the "suck it and see" reality of building systems that took far longer than planned, and what happens when new competitors "drop their pants" on fees.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:15 - Meet Scott Aggett</p><p>03:56 - Learning Without Mentors</p><p>06:00 - Hiring to Your Weaknesses</p><p>08:52 - When Growth Happens Too Fast</p><p>10:24 - Why Buyer's Agents Should Specialise</p><p>14:05 - Building a Team That Challenges You</p><p>17:23 - Finding Your Niche and Offer</p><p>23:13 - Pricing, Marketing &amp; Winning Clients</p><p>29:50 - Choosing the Right Clients</p><p>31:44 - What Makes a Sustainable Buyer's Agency?</p><p>33:14 - Can Great Sales Agents Become Great Buyer's Agents?</p><p>36:57 - Key Takeaways: Hiring, Culture &amp; Referrals</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Scott Aggett</strong> is one of Australia's most experienced property professionals, with more than 30 years in the industry and over 4,000 property transactions completed across Australia, the UK, and Asia.</p><p>Before founding Green Shoots Property, Scott built and successfully exited Hello House, Australia's first negotiation-as-a-service business. His background spans real estate sales, property investment, negotiation, and business leadership, giving him a unique perspective on both property markets and company growth.</p><p>Today, as Founder and Director of Green Shoots Property, Scott helps investors build long-term wealth through data-driven strategy, suburb selection, asset analysis, and expert negotiation. Known for his practical approach, strong leadership philosophy, and focus on client outcomes, Scott has become a respected voice among buyer's agents looking to build sustainable, scalable businesses.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Scott</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaggett/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scott Aggett (LinkedIn)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://scottaggett.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scott Aggett (Website)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://greenshootsproperty.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Shoots Property (Website)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-shoots-property/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Shoot’s LinkedIn</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p class="ql-align-justify"></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Most buyer's agents burn out trying to do everything themselves. Scott Aggett took the opposite approach — he broke the buyer's agent role into specialist functions, hired to his weaknesses, and built Green Shoots Property into one of Australia's most systematic buyer's agencies.</strong></p><p>In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Scott pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to scale a buyer's agent business beyond the founder. He shares the segmentation model that freed him from being the bottleneck, the data-driven method he uses to identify property hotspots before they heat up, and why 90% of his clients come back — without a marketing machine behind him.</p><p>You'll also hear the hard stuff: why he had to cut his team from eight to seven after a revenue hit, the "suck it and see" reality of building systems that took far longer than planned, and what happens when new competitors "drop their pants" on fees.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>01:15 - Meet Scott Aggett</p><p>03:56 - Learning Without Mentors</p><p>06:00 - Hiring to Your Weaknesses</p><p>08:52 - When Growth Happens Too Fast</p><p>10:24 - Why Buyer's Agents Should Specialise</p><p>14:05 - Building a Team That Challenges You</p><p>17:23 - Finding Your Niche and Offer</p><p>23:13 - Pricing, Marketing &amp; Winning Clients</p><p>29:50 - Choosing the Right Clients</p><p>31:44 - What Makes a Sustainable Buyer's Agency?</p><p>33:14 - Can Great Sales Agents Become Great Buyer's Agents?</p><p>36:57 - Key Takeaways: Hiring, Culture &amp; Referrals</p><p></p><h3>About the Guest</h3><p><strong>Scott Aggett</strong> is one of Australia's most experienced property professionals, with more than 30 years in the industry and over 4,000 property transactions completed across Australia, the UK, and Asia.</p><p>Before founding Green Shoots Property, Scott built and successfully exited Hello House, Australia's first negotiation-as-a-service business. His background spans real estate sales, property investment, negotiation, and business leadership, giving him a unique perspective on both property markets and company growth.</p><p>Today, as Founder and Director of Green Shoots Property, Scott helps investors build long-term wealth through data-driven strategy, suburb selection, asset analysis, and expert negotiation. Known for his practical approach, strong leadership philosophy, and focus on client outcomes, Scott has become a respected voice among buyer's agents looking to build sustainable, scalable businesses.</p><p></p><h3>Connect with Scott</h3><ul><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaggett/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scott Aggett (LinkedIn)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://scottaggett.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scott Aggett (Website)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://greenshootsproperty.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Shoots Property (Website)</a></u> </li><li><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-shoots-property/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Shoot’s LinkedIn</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p class="ql-align-justify"></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e9778672-f6e1-46e6-8e4d-648e4a4a19a4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/2fb3d4c1-12c1-4511-921a-709e54442c09/BAM002-with-Scott-Aggett.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +1000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e9778672-f6e1-46e6-8e4d-648e4a4a19a4.mp3" length="40573483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-dae54cbc-3064-4966-8b10-13c19fd5faaf.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item><item><title>Bryce Holdaway &amp; Veronica Morgan: From TV Hosts to Industry Leaders | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 001</title><itunes:title>Bryce Holdaway &amp; Veronica Morgan: From TV Hosts to Industry Leaders | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 001</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Before podcasts, social media, and buyer's agency became mainstream, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan were helping clients navigate property markets around Australia.</strong> </p><p>Their paths first crossed during the auditions for Location Location Location Australia, launching a professional relationship that has now come full circle.</p><p>In this launch episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce and Veronica unpack their individual journeys, the lessons they learned building two very different businesses, and the challenges facing today's buyers agent industry.</p><p>They discuss why buyers agency isn't a side hustle, how professional standards have slipped in recent years, and what separates sustainable businesses from short-term operators. Along the way, they share the mistakes, mentors, and turning points that shaped their careers.</p><p>Whether you're starting your first buyers agency, growing beyond your first few clients, or building a scalable business, this episode provides the foundation for what's ahead in the Buyers Agent Mastery journey.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>00:54 – How Two Industry Veterans Joined Forces</p><p>02:42 – The TV Show That Changed Everything</p><p>04:21 – What National TV Taught Them About Property</p><p>06:44 – Every Great Buyers Agent Needs a Mentor</p><p>10:41 – Building Businesses After the Cameras Stopped</p><p>16:29 – The Biggest Problem Facing Buyers Agents</p><p>24:55 – The Business Framework Every BA Should Know</p><p>27:22 – The Roadmap for Every Stage of Growth</p><p>29:07 – Why This Podcast Is Different</p><p>30:33 – One Final Message for Every Buyers Agent</p><p></p><h3>About the Host</h3><p>With more than four decades of combined experience in property, <strong>Bryce Holdaway</strong> and <strong>Veronica Morgan</strong> have helped shape Australia's buyers agent industry from the ground up. Long before buyer’s advocacy became widely recognised, both were building successful businesses, educating consumers, and championing higher professional standards across the profession.</p><p>Bryce is Partner and Director of Property Advisors at Empower Wealth, where he has helped grow the business into one of Australia's leading property advisory firms. Best known as co-host of <em>Location Location Location Australia</em> and co-host of <em>The Property Couch</em> podcast, Bryce has spent decades helping Australians make smarter property decisions while mentoring the next generation of buyers agents through proven systems and business leadership.</p><p>Veronica is Founder and Director of Good Deeds Property Buyers and has been representing home buyers and property investors for more than 20 years. A former Vice President of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), she has become one of the industry's strongest advocates for ethical practice, professional standards, and education. Veronica is also the author of <em>Auction Ready</em> and creator of one of Australia's leading mentoring programs for aspiring buyers agents.</p><p>Together, Bryce and Veronica bring decades of real-world experience, countless client success stories, and lessons learned from building, growing, and refining their own businesses. Through Buyers Agent Mastery, they're on a mission to help buyers agents build profitable, sustainable businesses while raising the standard of the profession for years to come.</p><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Before podcasts, social media, and buyer's agency became mainstream, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan were helping clients navigate property markets around Australia.</strong> </p><p>Their paths first crossed during the auditions for Location Location Location Australia, launching a professional relationship that has now come full circle.</p><p>In this launch episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce and Veronica unpack their individual journeys, the lessons they learned building two very different businesses, and the challenges facing today's buyers agent industry.</p><p>They discuss why buyers agency isn't a side hustle, how professional standards have slipped in recent years, and what separates sustainable businesses from short-term operators. Along the way, they share the mistakes, mentors, and turning points that shaped their careers.</p><p>Whether you're starting your first buyers agency, growing beyond your first few clients, or building a scalable business, this episode provides the foundation for what's ahead in the Buyers Agent Mastery journey.</p><p></p><h3>Episode Highlights</h3><p>00:54 – How Two Industry Veterans Joined Forces</p><p>02:42 – The TV Show That Changed Everything</p><p>04:21 – What National TV Taught Them About Property</p><p>06:44 – Every Great Buyers Agent Needs a Mentor</p><p>10:41 – Building Businesses After the Cameras Stopped</p><p>16:29 – The Biggest Problem Facing Buyers Agents</p><p>24:55 – The Business Framework Every BA Should Know</p><p>27:22 – The Roadmap for Every Stage of Growth</p><p>29:07 – Why This Podcast Is Different</p><p>30:33 – One Final Message for Every Buyers Agent</p><p></p><h3>About the Host</h3><p>With more than four decades of combined experience in property, <strong>Bryce Holdaway</strong> and <strong>Veronica Morgan</strong> have helped shape Australia's buyers agent industry from the ground up. Long before buyer’s advocacy became widely recognised, both were building successful businesses, educating consumers, and championing higher professional standards across the profession.</p><p>Bryce is Partner and Director of Property Advisors at Empower Wealth, where he has helped grow the business into one of Australia's leading property advisory firms. Best known as co-host of <em>Location Location Location Australia</em> and co-host of <em>The Property Couch</em> podcast, Bryce has spent decades helping Australians make smarter property decisions while mentoring the next generation of buyers agents through proven systems and business leadership.</p><p>Veronica is Founder and Director of Good Deeds Property Buyers and has been representing home buyers and property investors for more than 20 years. A former Vice President of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), she has become one of the industry's strongest advocates for ethical practice, professional standards, and education. Veronica is also the author of <em>Auction Ready</em> and creator of one of Australia's leading mentoring programs for aspiring buyers agents.</p><p>Together, Bryce and Veronica bring decades of real-world experience, countless client success stories, and lessons learned from building, growing, and refining their own businesses. Through Buyers Agent Mastery, they're on a mission to help buyers agents build profitable, sustainable businesses while raising the standard of the profession for years to come.</p><p></p><h3>Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey</h3><p>➡️<u><a href="https://buyersagentmastery.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website</a></u></p><p></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://buyers-agent-mastery.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8cafd74d-3670-4b18-b384-919f135d7b35</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/0adfe759-140d-4798-8be9-640357c88f72/BAM001-Trailer.png"/><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +1000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8cafd74d-3670-4b18-b384-919f135d7b35.mp3" length="30210181" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7ac35f3a-bd65-4a7b-b480-0d1712fbeb39/index.html" type="text/html"/><podcast:chapters url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/chapter-2c3085f2-24ae-4d82-b9c2-1e37f1322b38.json" type="application/json+chapters"/></item></channel></rss>