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![[Podcast] Is buying property really harder today than it was decades ago? With Stuart Wemyss](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Is-buying-property-really-harder-today-than-it-was-decades-ago-270x200.jpg)
Homeownership is looking further out of reach for anyone without family wealth, as over the last few years property prices kept growing and wages fail to keep up. Is it really harder to get into the property market today than it was a number of decades ago? That’s what I discuss today with independent financial…
![[Podcast] The Real Estate Rip-Off: Is our Housing Market a Ponzi Scheme?](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/The-Real-Estate-Rip-Off-270x200.jpg)
Today we’ll be discussing whether residential real estate in Australia is a Ponzi scheme or not. For many years, there has been a debate about the sustainability of the Australian property market and whether it is a Ponzi scheme waiting to collapse. Some commentators have argued that rising house prices are being driven by speculation…
![[Podcast] Red Flags to Watch Out for When Choosing a Buyer’s Agent with Veronica Morgan](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Veronica-Morgan-270x200.jpg)
In today’s show, we’re going to discuss one of the biggest challenges faced by property buyers today: how to choose a good property buyer’s agent when there are so many enthusiastic amateurs out there. I’m going to be chatting with Veronica Morgan, an experienced buyer’s agent and buyer’s agent mentor about why having an experienced…
There is a housing crisis in Australia with an undersupply of both properties for rental and for sale. The surge in immigration and the return of international students has seen a demand for housing boom. The extra half a million people who will be coming over the next year or two have to live somewhere,…
Welcome to the Michael Yardney Podcast. In today’s monthly Big Picture episode with Pete Wargent, we’ll be exploring a question on many investors’ minds: Have the Australian property markets bottomed out and are they now on the verge of turning? Today we’ll be diving into the latest data, trends, and economic indicators, while also considering…
![[Podcast] The secrets to a fulfilling life 19 things I wish someone taught me when I was young, with Mark Creedon](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/The-secrets-to-a-fulfilling-life-19-things-I-wish-someone-taught-me-when-I-was-young-270x200.jpg)
In today’s podcast, we will be discussing some of the things that I wish I had learned earlier in my life that would have helped me to appreciate my life better. Whether you are just starting out in life or looking for ways to improve your current situation, I hope my discussion with Mark Creedon…
![[Podcast] What makes an investment-grade location? With Brett Warren](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/What-makes-an-investment-grade-location-270x200.jpg)
Location, Location, Location! In today’s podcast, we’re going to dive deep into the world of property investment and explore the importance of location in achieving long-term success. And more importantly, what makes an investment-grade location? Joining me today is Brett Warren, National Director of Metropole Property Strategists, to share his expertise and insights into what…
Success is a journey, not a destination. Many people have struggled to find success and happiness in their lives, but the key to achieving both lies in the way we think about success. Napoleon Hill, the famous self-help author and motivational speaker, believed that success could be achieved by anyone who follows the principles outlined…
![[Podcast] The Growing Income Divide: Inner and Outer Suburbs in Australia, with Ross Elliott](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/The-Growing-Income-Divide-Inner-and-Outer-Suburbs-in-Australia-2-270x200.jpg)
In today’s show, my guest Ross Elliot and I discuss the widening income disparity between Australia’s inner and outer suburbs. In recent years, this issue has become more pronounced, with the income gap between the two areas continuing to grow. In this episode, we will explore the causes and consequences of this trend, and discuss…
![[Podcast] What to do if your fixed rate or interest-only term is due to expire with Stuart Wemyss](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/What-to-do-if-your-fixed-rate-or-interest-only-term-is-due-to-expire-270x200.jpg)
There has been a lot of talk about the “fixed interest rate cliff” being one of the biggest potential risks to housing market values and the overall stability of our property markets in 2023. With my guest today, independent financial advisor Stuart Wemyss I plan to explain what the cliff is, some must-know pieces of…
