I don’t know about you, but I’m seeing a lot of so-called “experts” on social media confidently forecasting the direction of our real estate markets and property prices for 2026. However, if they really knew how to predict our markets, these individuals would likely be enjoying a luxurious lifestyle, reaping the rewards of their market…
You know that feeling when you swear you have seen the same movie before? That’s me, chatting with new property investors, year after year, watching the same mistakes play out on repeat. Different faces, different suburbs, different spreadsheets – same patterns. Some of these mistakes are annoying but fixable. Others can be genuinely expensive. And…
Let’s face it — most Australians will never achieve real financial freedom. I know that might sound a little harsh, but stick with me. Sure, they might retire one day – but more often than not, that retirement means living off a modest superannuation balance or relying on a government pension. That’s not exactly the…
Imagine you had sold all your property and investments during the 2003 Iraq War. Or when the GFC hit in 2008. Or when COVID-19 locked the world down in 2020. Each time, the headlines were apocalyptic. Each time, the pundits predicted catastrophe. And each time, the doomsayers were proven spectacularly wrong. Right now, another crisis…
Let’s be honest – patience isn’t sexy anymore. We live in a world addicted to instant everything. TikTok’s taught us that if it takes more than 15 seconds, it’s boring. And if your investment doesn’t double in six months, apparently you’ve “missed the boom.” Scroll through social media and you’ll see 25-year-old “property gurus,” flashy…
![Perth housing market update [video] | March 2026](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Perth-city-270x200.jpeg)
Perth continues to lead the nation in capital growth, with housing values surging by 2.3% in February alone. This remarkable monthly jump added more than $22,500 to the median dwelling value. While other major capitals like Sydney and Melbourne have flatlined, Perth remains the standout performer, fueled by a severe shortage of available housing and…
![Adelaide housing market update [video] | March 2026](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/adelaide-270x200.jpg)
Adelaide’s property market has maintained a steady upward trajectory in early 2026, with dwelling values rising 1.3% in February. While the pace of growth has moderated slightly from previous peaks, the city continues to outperform the larger eastern capitals. On a rolling quarterly basis, Adelaide values have climbed 4.3%, driven by a persistent imbalance between…
Are you looking to buy a property at auction any time soon? The property auction scene in Australia can be both exhilarating and daunting. It’s a high-stakes game where understanding the psychology at play can be the difference between securing your dream property at a fair price or walking away disappointed at losing out. As…
![Sydney housing market update [video] | March 2026](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/sydney4-270x200.jpg)
Sydney’s housing market has hit a plateau at the start of 2026, with home values remaining unchanged (0.0%) in February. This follows a gradual easing in the pace of growth since the cyclical peak in August of last year. On a rolling quarterly basis, Sydney values have edged 0.1% lower, reflecting a market that is…
![Melbourne housing market update [video] | March 2026](https://cdn.propertyupdate.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/melbourne-1-270x200.jpg)
Following subtle declines through December and January, Melbourne’s housing market remained flat (0.0%) in February. The sluggish performance has dragged the market 0.4% lower over the rolling quarter, making Melbourne one of the less resilient capital city markets following the February interest rate hike and a noticeable softening in buyer sentiment. Leading Segment and Growth…
