![[PODCAST] Key Trends Shaping Australia’s Property Market in 2025 | Big Picture Podcast with Pete Wargent](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MY-podcast-619-Big-Picture-Podcast-Pete_Wargent-270x200.jpg)
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…
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…
The NAB has amended its forecasts for both house prices and interest rates for 2025. Alan Oster, NAB Group Chief Economist explained the bank made a slight adjustment to their property price forecasts for 2024 (which is obviously almost over). Recent data showed prices were a bit softer than the NAB initially expected. But looking…
We constantly hear labels like Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. They’re used to describe everything from political leanings to buying habits, with sweeping statements about how each generation views the world. But as property investors, business leaders, or simply members of society, it’s not only interesting but crucial to dig deeper into generational…
The NAB has changed its rate cut forecast from February 2025 to May 2025. This comes after the latest unemployment rate came in steady at 4.1% for October. Even though this was widely expected, it does challenge the RBA’s forecast track of the unemployment rate increasing to 4.3% in Q4 2024. The NAB believes that…
![[PODCAST] Insights from the PIPA Investor Survey – with Nicola McDougall](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MY-podcast-613-Nicola-McDougall-270x200.jpg)
In this episode, we discuss the findings of the 2024 Property Investment Professionals Association Annual Investor Sentiment Survey with Nicola McDougall. We explore the current trends in property investment, the challenges investors face due to rising costs and government policies, and the overall sentiment in the market. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding investor…
I am about to shatter your very understanding of happiness. For some listeners, this may be discomforting; for others, this may be a revelation. In my chat with international best-selling author Tom Corley today, we will explain why wealthy people are happier. Now, I know they say money can’t buy happiness, but please bear with…
In Australia, homeownership has long been a marker of success—a milestone that signified stability, adulthood, and financial security. But in recent years, we’ve seen younger generations delaying the purchase of their first home, and in some cases, forgoing it altogether. While it’s tempting to point the finger at affordability issues alone, there’s a deeper story…
In today’s show, we answer one of the questions on almost every property investor’s mind: “How long does it take for my investment property to cover its costs?” We all know property investment is a long-term game, but it’s easy to get frustrated when you’re pouring money into your investment and not seeing immediate returns….
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…
