[Podcast] Navigating our Economic and Property Markets | Big Picture Podcast

Each month I get together with leading financial commentator Pete Wargent, who brings decades of perspective to his views and we discuss the clues in the news as to what’s ahead, for our economy and property markets.

Today we discuss the outlook for inflation and interest rates and what this means for our housing markets, an update on what APRA had to say about when they plan to loosen their lending buffers, home loan approval figures which give us an indication of what’s ahead, what the plan to reduce international students to Australia could mean to our housing markets and the economy, and what’s really happening in the Melbourne property market.

I hope by the end of today's show you’ll have a bit more clarity with all the mixed messages in the media.

Decoding economic shifts: inflation, interest rates, and property markets

In our chat today, Pete and I explore the landscape of today's economic and property markets by dissecting the latest data and trends and offering practical strategies.

Whether you're an investor, homeowner, or simply interested in the current economic climate, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you stay informed and make smart decisions.

• The June quarter inflation figures and their impact on the Reserve Bank's decision to keep interest rates steady
• Europe's market reactions and major banks' predictions for future interest rate cuts
• Examination of recent market volatility and looming recession fears in the US
• Analysis of home loan trends, lending buffers, and the implications of reduced international student numbers on Australia's housing market
• Overview of low stock levels in the housing market and the rise in home loans driven by investor confidence in New South Wales
• Implications of record-high average home loans for owner-occupiers and the decline in new home loans
• Impact of Mirvac's annual report on pre-sales and the demand for office space due to government workers returning to offices 
• Debate on capping international student enrollments in Australian universities and its potential economic impact

Despite current challenges, there is a wealth of opportunities available in the property market.

Seeking independent advice and considering personal development is a key factor in achieving success with those opportunities.

Links and Resources:

Metropole’s Strategic Property Plan – to help both beginning and experienced investors

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Pete Wargent’s blog

Pete Wargent’s new book: The Buy Right Approach to Property Investing: Mastering the Skills to invest wisely in Property

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Also, please subscribe to my new podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for  Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.

Some of our favourite quotes from the show:

“We know that servicing loans, is harder than ever. It's not just the interest rates but this serviceability buffer, and we've all been hoping APRA would slowly lower that. But recently APRA came out and said there is no way that they're going to loosen the screws, not in the short term anyway.” - Michael Yardney

“Inetrnational students provide vibrancy to our cities. Imagine what the CBDs would be like without all those foreign students.” - Michael Yardney

“Amazingly, however, when you throw out the blame list and start to become more of yourself, you learn more, you grow more. Then, all of a sudden, everything is going to change around you.” - Michael Yardney

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