The recent election of Donald Trump as the President of the United States has certainly sparked conversations around the globe. And while the news may seem more relevant to the American people, the implications of Trump’s policies will reach Australian shores, especially when it comes to our own economic landscape. In particular, his proposed economic…
Property investors and homeowners around Australia are eagerly waiting for the day when the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decides to lower interest rates again, in the hope that lower rates will go some way to ease the burden of higher mortgage repayments and strained affordability. With the official interest rate paused throughout 2024, holding…
The Baby Boomer generation—born between 1946 and 1964—remains one of Australia’s most influential demographic groups. From reshaping the post-war economy to building the modern housing market, Baby Boomers have been the driving force behind much of Australia’s prosperity and cultural development. Today, even as they begin to exit the workforce, their influence on society, politics,…
There’s an old saying: “If the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail.” When it comes to Australia’s housing shortage, many policymakers seem to be wielding that hammer, believing that the solution is as simple as building more apartments. But let me tell you, it’s not that straightforward. Sure,…
It looks like we’ll have to wait longer for rate cuts Westpac has revised its view of the most likely scenario for the path of the RBA’s cash rate, pushing out the start date of the RBA rate-cutting cycle from February to May 2025, but more front-loaded than previously assumed. This adjustment aligns with the…
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In today’s show, Brett Warren and I dissect Warren Buffett’s investing principles, especially as they could apply to the Melbourne property market. We explore the value of long-term strategies, the importance of quality assets, and the need for solid cash flow. We also discuss market cycles, how interest rates affect investments, and why it’s essential…
Want to know what’s happening to the housing markets around Australia? Well… this monthly collection of charts from CoreLogic paints an interesting picture. Their November ‘Chart of the Month’ looks at vacancy rates compared with the pre-COVID five-year average across Australia’s capital cities and regional markets. With rental values rising just 0.2% in October, national…
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Our housing markets have been remarkably resilient over the last year, despite high interest rates even though the RBA didn’t drop interest rates this year, as many expected. With inflation falling faster than expected, there is now the anticipation of rate drops early next year and it seems that the gloom that descended on Australian…
Reaching your goals starts with you – you’re willing to believe and give it your all. Some of the greatest and most inspirational people throughout history reached their goals, against all the odds. Their words of wisdom are a reminder that nothing is impossible. Get inspired to reach your goal with their inspirational quotes: “If…
Want to know what that magic ingredient is that propels property markets forward? The little secret behind whopping price growth? It’s not the economy, even though that’s important. It’s not supply and demand, even though that plays a role. It’s not infrastructure spending, availability of finance, or population growth either. Although all of these things…
