Today is another of our popular question-and-answer shows. It’s the replay of a recent webinar where Ken Raiss, Brett Warren, and I answered a wide range of questions asked by the participants. Today’s show covers strategies and considerations for building a strong property portfolio amidst economic challenges. Whether you’re looking to invest in Melbourne’s promising…
With the prospect of a rate cut looming, many investors and homeowners are eagerly watching how the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will move, and what the potential impact could be on house prices. As we know, interest rates are a key lever in the broader economic environment, and when they shift, so do property…
It’s a long-standing argument, isn’t it? Is it better to invest in regional Australia or in a big capital city? Only this morning I listened to a podcast where one so-called “expert” mentioned a raft of regional towns that outperformed the Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane property market over the last decade, and I’m sure statistically…
It wasn’t long ago that the media was filled with talk of a 40-year high in inflation, soaring interest rates vs. inflation, a potential property market crash, and our economy falling into an inevitable recession. Not to mention Russia’s war with Ukraine and the Middle East crisis causing a spike in energy prices and fuelling…
Australia is renowned for bright sunshine, beautiful beaches, natural wonders and vibrant cosmopolitan cities. Not only are our cities some of the world’s best, but they’re also some of the safest. But, of course, not all Australian cities are created equal. In fact, in some cities, crime rates are so high they could be considered…
Today, we’re talking about property data. We’ve all heard the saying, “The numbers don’t lie,” but what if I told you that relying too much on property data could actually lead you astray? That’s exactly what my guest, Stuart Wemyss and I talk about today. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of…
All bets are off for a November RBA rate cut despite a drop in Australia’s annual inflation rate from 3.8 per cent to 2.8 per cent in the September quarter. The Consumer Price Index is now at the lowest level since the March quarter of 2021, and well below the peak of 7.8 per cent…
Lately, it seems like everyone’s pointing fingers at migrants for the mess we’re in with housing, but let’s be real—blaming newcomers is just an easy way out of facing the real issues. It’s easy to understand why: with headlines constantly highlighting record immigration numbers and skyrocketing house prices, it’s tempting to make a connection. However,…
Today we’re going to talk about why medium prices may not be the best gauge for housing costs. Now, if you’re like most property investors or people interested in property, apart from auction results, medium prices are probably the most quoted statistic, but maybe they’re not the right way for you to judge how our…
Victoria’s property market is undergoing significant changes aimed at stimulating buyer interest and addressing the housing supply shortfall. The Victorian government has introduced a temporary stamp duty concession for off-the-plan properties, effective October 21, 2024. The concession runs for a year and targets the state’s property market challenges. By reducing upfront costs, the Victorian government…
