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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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
