Brisbane Property Podcast

What can $900,000, $1 million, $2 million or even $3 million actually buy you in Brisbane's property market today? With property prices and market conditions shifting, understanding how far your budget will stretch is more important than ever. Recent sales reveal how location, land size, property condition and buyer priorities influence what you can afford. In this episode of the Brisbane Property...

Brisbane property values fell 1.5% in September, recording the largest monthly decline of any Australian capital city. With rising interest rates, weakening buyer confidence and longer selling times, is Brisbane heading towards a market crash or simply adjusting to changing conditions? In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest market data and sh...

Property investing has changed, but opportunities still exist. In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison discuss how investors are adapting to the current market and why long-term fundamentals remain so important. They cover: Why investors need to look beyond tax deductions • Opportunities in a softer Brisbane market • The importance of location, scarcity and own...

Brisbane’s property market softened further in August, with consecutive months of negative growth confirming a broader slowdown. In this episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest data and share what the Streamline Property Buyers team is seeing on the ground. We discuss: Brisbane dwelling values falling 1% in August The impact of Federal Budget changes on buyer and investor activity Ri...

Brisbane City Council has adopted new planning changes that could reshape parts of the city, including smaller lot sizes, increased building heights and greater housing density in selected Low to Medium Density Residential areas. In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda unpack what these changes mean for buyers, investors and existing property owners, and why zoning alon...

Brisbane property values moved into negative growth territory in July 2026, but what does that really mean for buyers? In this month’s market update, Scott and Melinda unpack the latest data and what they’re seeing on the ground, including softer buyer confidence, longer days on market and emerging opportunities. In this episode, we discuss: Brisbane’s move into negative growth Why median values d...

Could your family home help build future wealth? In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda discuss whether retaining your current home, converting it into an investment property and purchasing your next home could be a suitable strategy. They cover: What to assess before selling or retaining your home How rental income, holding costs and maintenance affect cash flow Why l...

Tax benefits, depreciation and government incentives can make brand-new property look appealing, but should they be the reason you choose one investment over another? In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda examine the difference between buying new property for tax benefits and selecting an asset for long-term growth. They discuss: The hidden taxes, regulatory costs and...

Brisbane’s property market is shifting, but not in the way the headlines might have you believe. In this Brisbane Property Podcast market update, you will learn what is really happening across the Brisbane property market, as Scott and Melinda report remotely from Nazaré, Portugal while staying closely connected to activity back home. In this episode, they cover: Why buyer sentiment has softened a...

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott look beyond the headline Brisbane market data to examine what is happening at a suburb level. While Brisbane remains undersupplied overall, buyer conditions are starting to vary depending on location, property type and buyer demand. Some suburbs are seeing more fresh listings come to market, while others are tightening further, ma...

Brisbane’s property market continued to show resilience through May, but the feel of the market has shifted. In this episode, Melinda and Scott unpack what is changing on the ground, why some buyers are taking a more cautious approach, and why Brisbane continues to behave differently from other major capital city markets. They discuss: The impact of Federal Budget uncertainty on buyer confidence W...

In this special short edition of the Brisbane Property Podcast, we’re sharing details about our upcoming live event, the Brisbane Property Panel: Beyond the Headlines. Join us at Ballymore Stadium on Wednesday 3rd June for a free live panel discussion designed to help property buyers and investors cut through the noise and better understand the current market. The panel features experts in propert...

In this milestone 300th episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda Jennison unpack the proposed 2026 Federal Budget and explore what the announced policy changes could mean for Brisbane property buyers, investors and renters. In this episode, we discuss: Why housing supply remains one of Australia’s biggest challenges What the proposed negative gearing changes could mean for inves...

Scott and Melinda Jennison unpack the latest movements shaping the Brisbane property market in April 2026 and explore why values continue to rise despite growing global uncertainty. In this episode, they discuss: How the Brisbane property market performed throughout April 2026 Why values are continuing to rise across houses and units The impact of global economic uncertainty on buyer confidence Wh...

If you already own a home and are trying to work out how to buy and sell in the same market, this episode breaks down the key decisions, risks, and strategies you need to understand in today’s Brisbane conditions. Scott and Melinda share practical guidance to help you approach this transition with more clarity and less stress. In this episode, we cover: Selling first vs buying first and how each a...

In Episode 297 of the Brisbane Property Podcast, we break down the latest March market data and what it means for buyers and investors in Brisbane. Brisbane houses rose 1.7% and units increased 2% for the month Strong demand and low supply continue to place pressure on prices Brisbane is outperforming softer markets like Sydney and Melbourne Rising interest rates and weaker consumer confidence are...

Brisbane’s housing shortage isn’t just about supply it’s about what’s actually making it to completion. In this episode, we unpack the real issue behind the numbers, including: The widening gap between approvals, construction, and completed homes Why many approved projects never get built How rising construction costs and feasibility challenges are slowing supply What current demand and population...

Brisbane continues to show strength in 2026, but what’s really driving the market right now and what could slow it down? In this February market update, we break down the latest data across houses and units, where price growth is happening, and why the sub-$1M market is seeing the most pressure. We also unpack what’s happening beneath the surface, including tight supply, increased competition, and...

Brisbane City Council has proposed changes to low–medium density (LMR) zoning, and these updates could influence how Brisbane grows in the years ahead. In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda Jennison explain what these proposed planning changes involve and what they could mean for housing supply, development opportunities, and the future shape of many suburbs across th...

The Brisbane property market has started 2026 with serious momentum. Buyer demand surged early in January, listings were snapped up quickly, and competition remains strong across both houses and units. In this episode, we break down: Brisbane dwelling price growth (monthly, quarterly & annual) Median house price in Brisbane (now over $1.14M) Median unit price in Brisbane (over $824K) Why Brisb...

Brisbane City Council is proposing major changes that could impact hundreds of property investors using short-term rental platforms like Airbnb and Stayz. In this episode, Melinda and Scott break down what the new Short Stay Accommodation Local Law 2025 means, who will be affected, key dates to know, and how to prepare before the July 2026 enforcement deadline. Whether you're already operating a s...

Brisbane Rental Market Heating Up: Vacancy Rates at Critical Levels Brisbane’s property market finished 2025 with strong momentum despite national headlines suggesting cooling conditions. In this December 2025 Brisbane property market update, Melinda Jennison from Streamline Property Buyers breaks down the latest dwelling values, house and unit price growth, rental market conditions, supply shorta...

In this eye-opening episode, Scott and Melinda unpack Domain’s 2025 Matching Demand Report, revealing where Brisbane buyers are most out of step with the market and why it matters. From inner-city houses to outer-ring units, the data shows that many buyers are unknowingly searching for properties that are priced well above their budgets wasting time, missing out, and risking significant opportunit...

This episode is an important consumer warning for home buyers and property investors. Not all buyer’s agents are operating within the scope of their license, and some are providing property, financial, or investment advice they are not legally qualified to give. This can expose buyers to serious financial risk, compliance issues, and costly mistakes. In this replayed episode of The Property Couch...

Brisbane’s property market continues to surge, with record-low listings, rapid buyer demand, and strong price growth across both houses and units. In this month’s Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda break down the latest SQM, PropTrack, Domain, and CoreLogic/Cotality data to explain why Brisbane is outperforming Sydney and Melbourne and why growth is expected to continue into 2026. We cov...