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In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Liam Garman sits down with Kev Tran from Kev Tran Group to talk about his proven strategies for property investment, including how to develop a clear plan, conduct thorough due diligence, and balance capital growth with cash flow.

Tran shares insights from his years of experience in the industry, emphasising the importance of understanding your financial position, setting realistic expectations, and selecting strong locations for investment.

He also highlights tools and resources that can help investors map out their portfolios and track progress over time.

With the Australian property market constantly evolving, Tran stresses that a structured, informed approach is key to long-term success.

He discusses lessons learned from his own early mistakes and how these shaped his methodology.

Tran's playbook covers everything from strategy and market research to sourcing and evaluating properties.

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