How Long Do I Need to Rentvest Before I Buy My Primary Residence?

In this week’s episode, Sammy Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim to tackle one of the most common questions in property strategy: "How long do I need to rentvest before I buy my primary residence?" Drawing from real experience and the tough realities of the Australian property market, Sammy and Jimmy break down the numbers, myths, and emotions behind rentvesting. They discuss why rentvesting can be a powerful wealth creation tool, the pitfalls of jumping too early into homeownership, and how your goals - and your dream home - might change as your portfolio and passive income grow.

Whether you’re a newbie trying to get your partner on board or a seasoned investor questioning your next move, this episode offers practical frameworks, honest advice, and a reality check on financial independence, homeownership, and the sacrifices it takes to truly win at the property game.

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Chapters:

(00:01:45) Welcome  
(00:04:43) Rentvesting explained: The costs of renting vs owning
(00:05:47) The Australian dream vs rentvesting
(00:12:27) Real-world numbers: rentvesting in action
(00:15:39) The real cost of home ownership
(00:17:03) Aspirational residences & changing goals
(00:21:34) Rentvesting timeframes & the compounding effect
(00:29:30) How long should you rentvest?
(00:41:37) Common pitfalls: deviating from the strategy
(00:50:54) Sammy’s personal rentvesting journey