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THE SDA HOUSING PODCAST
The SDA Housing Podcast is a leading voice in the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) sector, delivering in-depth discussions, expert insights, and the latest updates related to housing solutions for people with disabilities. Through interviews with industry leaders, advocates, and lived-experience voices, we explore policy developments, innovative best practices, and real-world stories shaping the future of disability housing.
Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, sector challenges, and inspiring success stories, making this podcast an essential resource for investors, providers, advocates, and anyone passionate about inclusive housing.
Debbie – General Manager, NDIS Property Australia:
With over 20 years of expertise in tourism, finance, and property, Debbie has played a pivotal role in transforming NDIS Property Australia from a two-person team to a 22-member powerhouse. Her leadership drives the successful marketing, sales, and development of SDA properties nationwide, working closely with builders, designers, lenders, and support providers to ensure high-quality, compliant housing solutions.
Minh – Founder, NDIS Property Australia:
A visionary in the SDA space, Minh is dedicated to accelerating the delivery of purpose-built disability housing across Australia. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, investors, and NDIS participants, he champions choice, control, and dignity for people with disabilities, ensuring they have access to homes that truly meet their needs.
Together, Debbie and Minh are committed to ethical, sustainable, and impactful solutions in the SDA sector, bridging gaps and driving meaningful change.
Engaging with the SDA Community:
Each week, we feature guest speakers from across the sector, sharing their expertise, experiences, and contributions to social impact in SDA. From innovative housing designs to policy advocacy, our conversations highlight how we can collectively improve living options for NDIS participants.
As the SDA landscape evolves, we invite you—our listeners—to join us on the journey. Whether you're an investor, provider, advocate, builder, developer, parents of participants, or simply passionate about inclusive housing, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to make a difference in the lives of People with Disabilities (PWDs).
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THE SDA HOUSING PODCAST
EPISODE 271 - Two SDA Trends from 2024
In this episode, Minh & Ian have a discussion revolving around the shifts in investment focus within the SDA property market over the past 12 months. Investors are moving away from SDA house and land packages being marketed across Australia by "selling agents" due to lack of stock, lack of good SDA product to invest in, and high entry costs specifically to SMSF buyers, which have become a big market over the years.
There’s a growing trend toward investing in apartments in middle and inner-ring suburbs, and here’s why:
- Higher yields and quicker availability make completed or nearly completed apartments appealing.
- Rising construction costs have pushed SDA property entry prices to $1–2 million, while limited desirable stock often requires knockdowns or land redevelopment.
Why are apartments a smart SDA investment?
- Affordability and convenience: Apartments are closer to services and eliminate risks tied to construction delays or cost overruns.
- Lower upfront costs: A 10% deposit secures a contract, reducing holding expenses since there are no costs during construction.
- Safer option: Lower risk of builder insolvency makes apartments more secure.
Capital growth vs. cash flow in SDA
- Focus on cash flow over capital growth. SDA properties provide consistent CPI-linked income and yields of 9–11%. Their value is income-driven rather than reliant on traditional growth.
Risks of oversupplied SDA areas
- Avoid oversupplied regions, like Melbourne’s western suburbs, which face tenant shortages and lending challenges. Opportunities exist in undersupplied areas, but careful selection is key.
By choosing the right area and property type, SDA investments can be both lucrative and secure.
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NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA:
Our team conducts in-depth research on Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and provides strategic technical advice. Using advanced feas
NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA:
Our team conducts thorough research on Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and provides appropriate technical advice through premium and strategy-based solutions. We also use complex feasibility calculation spreadsheets to help investors understand the expected annual income of an SDA dwelling, the timeline stages of construction of their property, as well as revealing the hidden costs. By staying up-to-date with the latest SDA data and pricing payments information, we help clients make better-informed decisions and achieve their investment goals.
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