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August 22, 2026
What Can You Expect?
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INDUSTRY EXPERT
Our Industry Experts present on topics relevant to you and address the challenges that you will face on your property development journey
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REAL DEAL
These are members of the community presenting their own deals, showcasing the good / bad and the sometimes 'ugly'
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MASTERMINDING
Our very unique Masterminding process where we help you to overcome your current challenges so that you can achieve a successful return
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+ NETWORKING
Don't forget the after meeting drinks...where many a JV partnership is found and at times this part can go for as long as the formal meeting, so be sure to get a 'leave pass' to join us!
Saturday - August 22
The Right Structure: Tax, GST & the Margin Scheme (Fortuna Advisory Group) + 1 into 3 Subdivision (Justin & Bec Thomas)
Bringing together the collective knowledge & experience of your local community to assist you in progressing on your Property Development journey.
Nitin Vashisht - Fortuna Advisory Group
Nitin is a Specialist Property Accountant with 25+ years of experience advising investors and developers across Australia on tax strategy, asset protection, and succession planning. Before entering public practice, Nitin served as CFO of one of Australia's largest builders and property developers giving him rare, ground-level insight into how major development projects are structured, funded, and executed. He is Managing Partner of Nav Accountants, the property specialist arm of Fortuna Advisory Group an AFR Top 100 accounting firm where he works with clients ranging from active property investors to large-scale development groups. Through proactive structuring and timely advice, Nitin has helped his clients save hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax money that stays in their pockets and back into their projects. A prominent speaker at property investment and development events across Australia, Nitin brings practical, real-world expertise that goes well beyond the numbers.
Industry Expert
The Right Structure: Tax, GST & the Mrgin Scheme! Nav Accountants (Nitin Vashisht)
You’ve found the perfect development site.
The feasibility works.
You’re ready to sign the contract…
Then someone asks:
"Have you bought it in the right structure?"
Suddenly, you're questioning everything.
Should you buy it in your own name?
A company?
A trust?
A joint venture?
Get it wrong, and you could pay more tax than necessary, miss valuable GST opportunities, lose the benefits of the Margin Scheme, or expose yourself to unnecessary risk.
The worst part?
Many of these decisions can't be fixed after you've settled.
By then, the damage is already done.
Here's the reality:
Most mum and dad property developers don't lose money because they bought the wrong site...
They lose it because they didn't structure the deal correctly from the very beginning.
That's why you need to hear from Nitin Vashisht from Nav Accounting.
In this session, you'll discover:
• How to choose the right ownership structure for your next development
• When companies, trusts and other entities may (or may not) be appropriate
• How GST applies to property developments
• How the Margin Scheme works and when you can use it
• The common structuring mistakes that cost developers thousands
And most importantly...
How to set your project up correctly before you buy the site, so you can maximise your profits and avoid expensive tax mistakes later.
Don't miss this session! It could be the difference between keeping more of your development profit... or handing it over unnecessarily.
You’ve found the perfect development site.
The feasibility works.
You’re ready to sign the contract…
Then someone asks:
"Have you bought it in the right structure?"
Suddenly, you're questioning everything.
Should you buy it in your own name?
A company?
A trust?
A joint venture?
Get it wrong, and you could pay more tax than necessary, miss valuable GST opportunities, lose the benefits of the Margin Scheme, or expose yourself to unnecessary risk.
The worst part?
Many of these decisions can't be fixed after you've settled.
By then, the damage is already done.
Here's the reality:
Most mum and dad property developers don't lose money because they bought the wrong site...
They lose it because they didn't structure the deal correctly from the very beginning.
That's why you need to hear from Nitin Vashisht from Nav Accounting.
In this session, you'll discover:
• How to choose the right ownership structure for your next development
• When companies, trusts and other entities may (or may not) be appropriate
• How GST applies to property developments
• How the Margin Scheme works and when you can use it
• The common structuring mistakes that cost developers thousands
And most importantly...
How to set your project up correctly before you buy the site, so you can maximise your profits and avoid expensive tax mistakes later.
Don't miss this session! It could be the difference between keeping more of your development profit... or handing it over unnecessarily.
Justin and Bec Thomas
Justin and Bec Thomas are passionate property developers who enjoy the challenge and problem-solving that comes with every development project. After exiting their previous business around two years ago and starting again with modest capital, they turned their focus to property development to create value through subdivision, renovation, and creative acquisition strategies. Their journey began with a simple one-into-two subdivision before progressing to a one-into-three project. They are now undertaking their fourth development while scaling into larger and longer term projects. Along the way, they have embraced the lessons each project has provided, recognising that every development presents its own unique opportunities and challenges. A key milestone they are now working towards is retaining their first completed property as part of building a long-term property portfolio. Committed to continuous learning and growth, Justin and Bec are excited to continue expanding their development experience and sharing the insights they've gained along the way.
'Real Deal' Presentation
1 Into 3 Subdivision (Bec & Justin Thomas)
1383m2, Collie, Western Australia
How do you complete a subdivision... without paying for the land upfront?
The truth is...
Some of the best development deals aren't just about finding the right site they're about structuring the deal the right way.
Most developers tie up hundreds of thousands of dollars in land before they even begin creating value. But with the right acquisition strategy, you can reduce your upfront capital, improve your cash flow, and give yourself a much better chance of making the numbers work.
At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Justin and Bec Thomas will take you behind the scenes of a subdivision project where a creative acquisition strategy made all the difference in this month's Real Deal presentation.
By negotiating a delayed settlement and building a strong relationship with the vendor, they didn't have to pay for the land until settlement. Instead, they were able to fund the subdivision works along the way, while the vendor even arranged for the trees on the site to be removed saving both time and money.
But this project was far from smooth sailing.
Justin and Bec will share:
• How they structured a delayed settlement to minimise upfront capital
• Why building the right relationship with the vendor created unexpected opportunities
• The challenges of selling lots with virtually no comparable sales evidence
• How delays from Western Power, contractors and council impacted the project
• The funding pressures that forced them to raise private debt to complete the settlement
• The unexpected hurdles, including asbestos, changing regulations and vendor requirements
This is a genuine, behind-the-scenes case study that proves even a relatively small project can deliver some of the biggest lessons you'll ever learn.
If you're looking for smarter ways to structure development deals, reduce the amount of cash you need upfront, and hear the real story behind the challenges every developer faces, this is one Real Deal presentation you won't want to miss.
1383m2, Collie, Western Australia
How do you complete a subdivision... without paying for the land upfront?
The truth is...
Some of the best development deals aren't just about finding the right site they're about structuring the deal the right way.
Most developers tie up hundreds of thousands of dollars in land before they even begin creating value. But with the right acquisition strategy, you can reduce your upfront capital, improve your cash flow, and give yourself a much better chance of making the numbers work.
At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Justin and Bec Thomas will take you behind the scenes of a subdivision project where a creative acquisition strategy made all the difference in this month's Real Deal presentation.
By negotiating a delayed settlement and building a strong relationship with the vendor, they didn't have to pay for the land until settlement. Instead, they were able to fund the subdivision works along the way, while the vendor even arranged for the trees on the site to be removed saving both time and money.
But this project was far from smooth sailing.
Justin and Bec will share:
• How they structured a delayed settlement to minimise upfront capital
• Why building the right relationship with the vendor created unexpected opportunities
• The challenges of selling lots with virtually no comparable sales evidence
• How delays from Western Power, contractors and council impacted the project
• The funding pressures that forced them to raise private debt to complete the settlement
• The unexpected hurdles, including asbestos, changing regulations and vendor requirements
This is a genuine, behind-the-scenes case study that proves even a relatively small project can deliver some of the biggest lessons you'll ever learn.
If you're looking for smarter ways to structure development deals, reduce the amount of cash you need upfront, and hear the real story behind the challenges every developer faces, this is one Real Deal presentation you won't want to miss.
Pricing & Ticket Options
Pricing & Ticket Options
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
August 22, 2026
**Space Is Limited - RSVP NOW**
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