Everyone tells beginners to do a property development course but no one tells them what it actually teaches and what it never will.
If you are new to property development and searching for the right course, this video breaks down the truth about property development education so you can avoid wasting money, time, and momentum before your first deal even starts.
In this video, Peter Kelly explains what property development courses are designed to do, where they fall short, and how beginners should think about free versus paid education in the real world.
🔥 You will learn:
This video is for anyone researching property development courses, townhouse development education, free property development courses, or trying to understand how to start property development the right way as a beginner.
Peter also explains where the Townhouse Development Blueprint fits, why it was built, and how it supports beginners inside Australia’s leading property developer community, the Little Fish Network.
Before you buy a course or follow a guru, watch this.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:26 What a Course Can Do and What It Can’t
03:56 Do You Actually Need a Course?
05:28 Free vs Paid: What’s Actually Worth It
07:01 Where the Townhouse Blueprint Fits In
09:08 Why The Network Matters as Much as The Course
10:19 What Should You Do Next?
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Most people think knockdown rebuilds are just for young families in new estates. They couldn’t be more wrong.
Done properly, this is one of the simplest and safest development strategies making ordinary Aussies millions.
In this video, I break down the exact knockdown rebuild strategy that works consistently when you do it in the right suburbs and understand why it works.
No subdivision. No town planning headaches. No density battles. Just one block, one home, and extremely predictable numbers.
If you’ve ever wanted a development strategy with lower risk, shorter timelines, fewer moving parts, and stronger resale potential, this is it.
🔥 You’ll learn
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:50 The Misunderstanding About Knockdown Rebuilds
01:21 Where Knockdown Rebuilds Create Wealth
02:12 Why This Strategy Is So Safe
03:06 How You Actually Make the Money
03:38 How to Find the Right Suburbs
05:16 Why These Blocks Resell So Well
06:04 What to Avoid
06:31 Why This Strategy Works Better Today Than Ever
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Most first-time developers only realise how risky this game is after they’ve already lost money. This video shows you how to avoid that properly.
If you’ve ever wondered what real property development mentoring actually does, and why it can save you tens of thousands before you even start building, this is the video you need to watch.
I break down how mentoring actually works in the real world, why having an active developer in your corner changes everything, how partnership discounts can cover most of the mentoring fee by themselves, and I walk through two real examples of projects that were saved by getting the right advice at the right time.
🔥 What you’ll learn
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:04 What Mentoring Actually Does
03:19 Why Your Mentor Must Be Active
06:32 Partnership Discounts That Move the Needle
09:23 A Real Mentoring Example
11:56 Building Your Decision-Making
13:14 Why One-On-One Mentoring is Different
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Want to secure a profitable development site before your competition even sees it?
This video shows you the exact step-by-step process to do it.
Securing the right site is where real money is made. But most developers get stuck long before the deal stage — slow prep, weak negotiation, unclear strategy, or no relationships with the agents who matter. This video fixes that.
I’ll walk you through the full process from becoming purchase-ready to locking down a site fast, confidently, and ahead of your competition. These are the same fundamentals we use at Little Fish when purchasing townhouse and dual occupancy development sites across Melbourne.
If you’re serious about buying your next development site — and actually getting it across the line — this is your roadmap.
🔥 You’ll learn
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:36 Being Purchase Ready
04:37 Decide Where You Will Be Buying
07:44 Is Your Purchase Ready Team Onboard?
12:10 On Market Or Off Market Deals?
15:59 Negotiating and Closing Your Deal
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Should you sell your completed townhouses or hold them for long-term wealth?
This is the exit decision that makes or breaks developers. Most people get it wrong because they rely on gut feel instead of numbers, market timing, and strategy.
In this video, I break down the exact sell-or-hold framework I use when advising first-time and advanced developers across Melbourne. You’ll learn when selling maximises your profit, when holding quietly builds long-term equity, and when the smartest move is a hybrid approach that lets you grow fast without choking your borrowing power.
If you’re running feasibilities, approaching completion, or trying to build momentum in your development journey, this video will show you how real developers think about exit strategy, not emotion, not guesswork, just data and leverage.
If you want access to real numbers, real sites, and real developers making these decisions every day, join our free Property Developer Network. Thousands of members are inside sharing deals, feasibilities, and case studies in real time.
🔥 You’ll learn
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:02 Why This Decision Matters
01:39 The Decision Framework: The Three Levers
02:26 When Selling Wins
03:00 When Holding Wins
03:42 The Hybrid Move (Sell One, Hold One)
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Dual occupancy homes are about to go through the biggest demand shift we have seen in years and hardly anyone understands what is about to happen.
If you’re looking at dual occupancy development for profit, flexibility, or lifestyle, this is the full breakdown. I’ll show you why demand is surging, how owner occupiers, investors, down sizers, and young families are driving the shift, and why councils across established suburbs are pushing gentle density harder than ever.
🔥 You’ll learn
This is everything you need to know before you buy, build, or run a dual occupancy project in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:59 Who's It For?
04:22 Where and When to Build Dual Occupancy Homes
05:28 Why Dual Occupancy Projects Make Sense
07:32 Pulling it Altogether
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Most townhouse developers miss this. And when they do, it can cripple their project.
Before you buy a site, or even start designing on a site you already own – you need to check overshadowing of the neighbour’s private open space. Not the windows. Not the setbacks. The backyard.
Get this wrong and you can lose metres off your footprint.
Lose metres and you lose bedrooms, function, value, and profit.
In some cases, developers are forced to go from two dwellings down to one. That’s how brutal it can be.
🔥 You'll Learn
If you want to make intelligent, confident development decisions, this needs to be on your due diligence checklist.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:56 Overshadowing Explained
02:06 The Cost of Getting It Wrong
03:28 How to Protect Your Project
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Thinking about building townhouses in Geelong or the Surf Coast?
Before you hire any Townhouse Builders Geelong, you need to see this. This video reveals the hidden costs, builder mistakes, and development traps that could cost you tens of thousands and how to avoid them.
In this episode, we break down everything property developers, investors, and builders need to know before starting a townhouse project in Geelong and the Surf Coast region. The area is booming, but fast growth comes with challenges, from limited builder competition to inconsistent pricing, service connection surprises, and expensive planning overlays.
🔥 You’ll learn:
If you’re developing property in Victoria, this is essential viewing.
Whether you’re a first-time developer or a seasoned investor, these lessons could save you serious money and months of frustration.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Why Geelong & Surf Coast are booming
03:30 Doing Proper Due Diligence
05:00 Demolition & Service Surprises
05:55 Service Connection and Upgrade
07:00 Drainage and Stormwater Management
08:00 External works
09:43 Provisional Sums and Prime Cost Items.
11:01 Holding Costs During Delays
12:00 Overlays & Compliance
12:50 Open Space Contribution
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Custom Builder vs Volume Builder, which one is better for property developers?
In this video, I break down the real-world secrets behind custom and volume builders, what most people get wrong, and how to choose the right one for your project, budget, and location.
Whether you’re building townhouses, duplexes, or your dream home.
🔥 What you’ll learn:
After managing hundreds of developments at Little Fish, I’ll show you the exact thought process professional developers use before choosing a builder — and why this decision can make or break your entire project.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Custom Builders
01:32 Volume Builders
02:37 Where Developers Go Wrong
03:16 The Budget Reality
04:28 Importance of Relationships
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Most property developers chase density and build double-storey townhouses, but there’s a smarter way to profit.
In this video, Peter Kelly reveals why single-storey dual occupancy projects are the smartest move right now. You’ll learn how this strategy cuts build costs, appeals to a wider buyer pool, and delivers faster, safer profits in today’s market.
🔥 What you’ll learn:
If you’re planning townhouse or dual occupancy developments in Melbourne or anywhere across Australia, this is essential viewing.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:46 Why You Should Do It
03:06 Why Developers Miss It
04:33 Long-Term Benefits of Single-Storey Townhouses
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Corner development sites can be goldmines, or traps. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down the $1 million question every property developer faces: should you build two or three townhouses on a corner site?
You’ll learn the framework Peter uses on real projects, the design traps that kill value, and the 7-point checklist that can make or save six or seven figures before you buy your next site.
🔥 What you’ll learn:
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:47 Corner Block Pros and Cons
02:33 Design Factors: Sunlight, Shape and Planning Rules
06:04 The Numbers: 2 vs 3 Townhouses
08:20 The 7-Point Corner Site Checklist
09:54 Recap
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Dual occupancy projects can make or break property developers. Done right, they generate huge profits. Done wrong, they collapse margins fast. In this video, Peter Kelly reveals the #1 dual occupancy mistake in 2025, the hidden design flaw that ruins townhouse projects, wipes six-figure profits, and frustrates buyers the moment they walk in.
If you’re working on dual occupancy developments, townhouse projects, or broader property development in Melbourne or anywhere in Australia, this is essential viewing. You’ll learn how to spot the hidden reason dual occupancy projects fail, why minimum design standards don’t cut it, and how to protect your plans before signing a building contract.
🔥 What you’ll learn:
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:57 The #1 Dual Occupancy Mistake
02:21 Why This Mistake Hurts So Much
03:10 Why People Make This Mistake
04:27 How to Check Your Plan with a Tape Measure
06:03 Real-World Comfort Checks
06:38 Why “Meets Minimum” is a Red Flag
07:30 The Three Key Checkpoints
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How to choose the right builder for your property development project — from townhouses to dual occupancy and knockdown rebuilds, avoid costly mistakes with the best home builders.
The wrong builder can wreck your project. The right builder will deliver on time, on budget, and to the quality you paid for. In this video I share the three keys that separate great builders from the ones that cause costly blowouts and endless stress.
You’ll learn how to check real proof a builder can deliver projects just like yours, how to spot how they handle pressure before you sign a contract, and the contract details most people miss that shift all the power to the builder. These insights come from years of experience as a developer signing build contracts every week across townhouse developments, dual occupancies, and knockdown rebuilds.
If you’re planning a new home build or property development, this video is your complete starting point to protect yourself and avoid the traps that catch most people.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:38 Proof They Can Deliver
01:25 How Builders Handle Pressure
02:10 Understanding Builder Contracts
03:10 The 3 Keys to a Great Builder
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Thinking about subdividing your land for a dual occupancy or townhouse development?
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In this video, I walk you through exactly how to subdivide your land — step-by-step. It’s the process we’ve used on hundreds of successful residential projects across Australia.
From due diligence and council approvals to title registration and the most common mistakes we see — this is the full breakdown.
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:58 Can you Actually Subdivide Your Site?
04:02 Get Your Team and Surveys in Place
06:20 Dealing with Council
09:03 Preparing the Plan of Subdivision
10:44 Condition Works & Statement of Compliance
11:57 Lodging Titles
Whether you’re a landowner or a first-time developer, this is your complete starting point.
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Here’s how everyday Aussies pull $1,000,000 profit from a single development.
In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down the exact townhouse and dual occupancy strategy used in Melbourne’s premium suburbs.
From site selection and design orientation to pricing, feasibility, and sales, you’ll see how everyday blocks can create extraordinary results.
Whether you’re new to property development in Melbourne or looking to scale your townhouse projects, this is a clear, practical roadmap built on real numbers and proven experience.
🔥Here’s what you’ll learn:
👇 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:54 Why Blue-Chip Suburbs Beat Cheaper Areas
01:57 Designing Townhouses That Compete with Family Homes
03:40 What the Perfect Development Site Looks Like
05:34 The Simple Numbers Behind a $1M Project
06:40 How to Spot Winning Streets and Blocks
08:20 Design Features Owner-Occupiers Pay For
09:27 The One Mistake That Kills Profit
10:20 Step by Step: From Site to Sale
12:23 Quick Recap: The Million-Dollar Blueprint
12:57 How Little Fish Can Help You
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Most people think you need massive savings to get into property…
But the truth? Money isn’t your barrier... knowledge, preparation, and persistence are.
In this episode, I break down exactly how I went from being stuck renting…
To building two townhouses with zero dollars in the bank.
🔥 Here’s What You’ll Learn:
This is the exact playbook I used to escape the rent trap and start building serious wealth through property development. Whether you’re renting, saving for a deposit, or just starting out — this video will show you a faster way to get in the game.
👇 Chapters
00:40 Building a Plan
02:54 Why Investors Backed My First Project
05:26 How to Find and Secure the Right Project Partner
09:23 Repeating the Process
09:53 Recap
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95% of first-time developers in Australia lose money.
But the ones who win in property development, townhouse development, and dual occupancy projects follow a proven system.I’ve delivered over half a billion dollars in townhouse projects — and I’ve seen exactly what separates the winners from the 95% who never go again. In this episode, I reveal the mistakes that ruin first-time developers and the 6-step process we use to stack profits and reduce risk on every project.
👇 Here’s What You’ll Learn:
→ Why most beginners fail before the build even starts
→ How to choose the right site for townhouse or dual occupancy development
→ The feasibility and due diligence checks that protect your money→ How to manage town planning, builders, and contracts without costly blowouts
→ The sales + marketing plan that maximises profit when it countsThis is the exact playbook we use every day to help Aussies build wealth through property development — while avoiding the mistakes that sink most first-timers.
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Want to retire early? Or just never work into your 70s? 🏠
Here’s exactly how everyday Aussies are using small-scale property development to build serious wealth... with or without starting capital.
Over the past decade, I’ve personally delivered over half a billion dollars in townhouse developments and in this episode, I break down the exact step-by-step playbook we use to help real people unlock financial freedom through property development.
👇 Here’s What’s Inside:
→ The 3-Project Wealth Strategy (start with $0 capital)
→ How to use equity or JVs to get your first deal off the ground
→Why small developments are Australia’s most overlooked wealth tool
→The 6-step development process, from site acquisition to sales
→Common pitfalls and how to avoid costly mistakes
→Pro tips on choosing the right site, builder, and end product
→How to scale safely and retire early, or just never worry about money again
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What does it really take to build and sell townhouses successfully when build costs are rising? Step 3 wraps up the series, revealing how we managed soaring construction costs, picked the right builder, and still sold fast while others sat on the market.
We’ve never shown this level of detail before — from tendering to value-management decisions and exactly what sold first (and why).
👇 Here’s what’s inside:
▶ Start with Step 1: Finding & buying the right site
▶ Watch Step 2 before this: Design & interiors buyers loved
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How do you design townhouses that buyers fight over without blowing your budget? Step 2 reveals how we achieved bigger floorplans than planned, nailed the interiors without overspending, and created homes that sold fast — all in a flat market.
We’re showing you every trade-off, every upgrade, every smart choice that made this project stand out while competitors cut corners and lost buyers.
👇 Here’s what’s inside:
▶ Missed Step 1? Watch it first: How we secured the right site
▶ Next – Step 3: How we built & sold fast in a tough market
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