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What really drives property prices in Australia? Ask 10 people and you’ll get 12 opinions, most shaped by headlines, hip-pocket pressure, or political spin. But property markets don’t run on noise. They’re powered by a complex web of economic levers, social trends, and psychological triggers. We are now at the beginning of a new year…
If you listen to the public conversation about property, you’d think Australia’s housing market is a tug-of-war between Baby Boomers and Millennials. Boomers are blamed for owning everything. Millennials are portrayed as locked out and angry about it. But that framing misses the generation that has already done exceptionally well from property, and is now…
We’re already into 2026, and the last few months have been a time when little creatures come out of hibernation – they’re called forecasters, and their predictions of what lies ahead of us abound. These relate to all areas, particularly property, because almost anyone who owns real estate would give their second garage to know…
If you listened only to the headlines this week, you’d be forgiven for thinking Australia’s property market is on shaky ground. Interest rates rose and the future for rates is a little cloudy, affordability pressures dominate the commentary, and buyers are often portrayed as hesitant or exhausted. When the Reserve Bank raises interest rates the…
Australia’s middle-ring suburbs are undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a combination of state-led rezoning initiatives, the introduction of medium- and high-density developments, and a strategic shift towards creating “20-minute neighbourhoods.” This evolution presents both opportunities and challenges for existing homeowners and investors. Embracing the ‘missing middle’ in urban planning The term “missing middle” refers…
Are you considering investing in Melbourne’s property market? You’re not alone — and you’re certainly not too late. Melbourne has posted consecutive months of home price growth in the second half of 2025. This represents a notable turnaround as Melbourne property prices fell in most months of 2024. Melbourne continues to rank as one of…
2026 is shaping up to be another year of solid, though uneven, growth. At its first meeting for 2026, the Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to 3.85%, up from 3.6%, exactly as most economists expected. That move officially ends the shortest and most modest rate-cutting cycle since the RBA began inflation targeting back in…
Thinking of investing in Sydney property? You’re not alone—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. “Sydney’s too expensive.””You’ve missed the boat.””Now’s not the time to invest.” These are just a few of the myths floating around dinner tables and social media feeds. But here’s the truth: in every market cycle, there are opportunities—if you know where…
We’re well into a new year, and our property markets have come through the roller coaster of the first half of this decade with flying colours. Of course, each year brings its own set of wins, challenges, and lessons. Looking back at last year, 2025 was certainly no exception. So it’s a good time to…
Here are 20 great quotes to give you a little push and inspiration for your week: 1. “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” Anais Nin 2. “There is only one way to avoid criticism: Do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” Aristotle 4. “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side…
