Aussie Real Estate Podcast

Rebecca shares her experience living between Australia and Dubai, offering insights into two very different property markets. From housing supply and regulation in Australia to Dubai’s rapid development and global investment appeal, we explore what attracts investors, migrants and professionals to the UAE and why many stay longer than expected. You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  h...

We talk with Rich Harvey from PropertyBuyer about Sydney’s property market is showing clear signs of change. Listings are rising, days on market are extending, and buyers have more negotiating power than they’ve had in years. We examine the growing divide between Sydney’s prestige property sector, investor confidence, borrowing capacity and what it means for buyers and sellers. You can have your s...

We talk with Melinda Jennison from Streamline Property about Brisbane’s property market showing signs of moderation after several years of exceptional growth. Tight housing supply, ongoing interstate migration and relative affordability continue to support demand. We examine whether Brisbane is genuinely cooling, how investor behaviour is changing, and is now a great time to get into the Brisbane...

We talk with Erin Kitson a director from SP Global about mortgage arrears. Victoria is now recording the highest mortgage arrears levels in Australia, while softer property conditions are beginning to place more pressure on borrowers in both Melbourne and Sydney. Some recent apartment buyers in Sydney are already feeling the impact of changing market conditions, with concerns properties may now be...

We talk to Michelle May a Buyer's Agent in Sydney about the bi numbers of first home buyers still wanting to buy in this market. Also Sydney’s Lower North Shore continues attracting strong buyer demand, but Mosman and Lane Cove offer very different property stories. One delivers prestige harbour-side living and blue-chip status, while the other combines family appeal, transport connectivity and mo...

Craig talks to the real estate newsmakers this week. As governments push for more high-density housing near transport and infrastructure, parts of Melbourne’s blue-chip property market are beginning to soften. Fewer bidders, longer days on market and changing buyer sentiment are now emerging across traditionally strong suburbs, while the broader conversation around housing affordability continues...

Craig talks with mortgage expert Anthony Landahl about the changing mindset of Australian property buyers and investors in 2026. They unpack fixed versus variable home loan strategies, why borrowers are becoming more cautious, and the growing rise of multi-generational living as families adapt to affordability pressures and higher living costs. You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  h...

How much has the Australian property market really changed in just three years? We look back at the conversations dominating real estate in 2023 compared with 2026, including interest rates, affordability, investor confidence, rental pressure and changing buyer behaviour.  You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealest...

We talk with Tom McCarthy from BigginScott in Stonnington about Melbourne’s property market is changing rapidly. Buyer competition has eased significantly in many premium suburbs, with some homes attracting only a handful of serious buyers compared to boom-time conditions. Longer days on market are also impacting buyer confidence, while Melbourne’s median house price has now slipped below $1 milli...

We talk with Scott Mitchell from Mitchells Realty about investor uncertainty post budget announcement and softer buyer sentiment is starting to impact Sydney and Melbourne property values. Meanwhile, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth continue showing resilience with stronger demand and Hervey Bay regional property market update. Website: https://www.mitchellsrealty.com.au You can have your say by leavi...

After five decades in real estate, Charles Tarbey from Century 21 continues opening offices around the world while navigating one of the most challenging property markets in years. From negative gearing debates to investor confidence and global expansion, this conversation explores what five decades in property can teach investors. You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.sp...

Australia’s housing market is showing early signs of moderation, with softer auction results and growing caution among buyers. However, economists say the country’s ongoing housing shortage, population growth and limited supply are preventing a major property crash scenario. Here’s what current market conditions could mean for investors, homeowners and first-home buyers. You can have your say by l...

We talk with Cian Hussey from the Institute of Public Affairs about Australia’s Housing Minister is pushing for more apartments, townhouses and medium-density housing near transport and employment hubs as affordability pressures intensify. Plus Australia has extended restrictions preventing foreign investors from buying established homes until 2029. Are foreign buyers really driving the affordabil...

We talk with Alex Gee from King Fisher Finance Group about why the Government is encouraging investors toward newly built housing, but many Australians remain cautious about buying off-the-plan or entering construction projects. Concerns around building delays, rising construction costs, developer risk and uncertain settlement conditions are reshaping investor behaviour.  You can have your say by...

We talk with Margaret Lomas from Destiny Solutions about the current state of the property market, including auction clearance rates across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane remain well below the peak conditions seen during the 2021 property boom. Despite softer demand, Australia’s ongoing housing shortage and strong migration levels continue supporting long-term property values. You can have your sa...

We talk with Brendon Ptolome from Herron Todd White about how property investors across Australia are reassessing borrowing strategies, portfolio growth plans and future acquisitions following proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. Some investors who previously secured finance for projects are now facing tighter lending conditions, reduced borrowing capacity and greater uncert...

We talk with Damian Collins from Momentum Wealth about Perth continues to see intense competition in the unit market, with some apartments reportedly selling within a week of listing. Investors and first-home buyers are increasingly targeting Perth units as entry-level housing options become harder to secure. Plus there is an appetite for Perth's commercial sector. You can have your say by leaving...

More Australian properties are going to auction without clear price guides, forcing buyers to rely heavily on comparable sales, suburb trends, rental yields and recent market activity to determine realistic value. Understanding local demand, days on market and nearby comparable transactions has become increasingly important in today’s changing housing market. You can have your say by leaving a voi...

Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis to talk about Dubai’s property market, with investor visa reforms expanding access for first-time international buyers, while some apartment markets are already seeing price adjustments of around 10%. We examine whether this is a healthy market recalibration or the early signs of slowing momentum beneath strong transaction numbers. You can have your sa...

We talk with Leanne Spring from Tailored Buyers Agents from Brisbane about property trends. Including Australian buyers purchasing homes with unapproved council structures as affordability pressures intensify. We warn the risks can be significant, including insurance complications, council compliance costs and difficulties during future resale.  You can have your say by leaving a voice message ► ...

We talk with Aidan Hartley a mortgage broker from Sydney about Australia’s housing market seeing a major shift in borrower behaviour as higher interest rates and tighter lending conditions affect confidence. Some buyers are finding pre-approvals reassessed or reduced, forcing more realistic conversations around affordability and repayment pressure.  You can have your say by leaving a voice message...

We talk with Amanda Gordon from Armchair Psychology Practice about why many Australians are feeling emotionally exhausted by the constant pressure surrounding housing affordability, mortgage repayments and the rising cost of living. Financial stress, endless market commentary and comparisons to previous generations are creating growing anxiety around property ownership.  You can have your say by l...

We talk with Meighan Wells the Founder of Property Pursuit Advisors about the Brisbane market, where New Farm continues to dominate Brisbane’s prestige property market with strong luxury apartment demand and tightly held character homes driving significant annual growth. Meanwhile, Logan Central is attracting first-home buyers and investors searching for affordability, with strong unit growth and...

Many Australian buyers remain cautious, waiting for clearer signs of a market correction before purchasing property. At the same time, higher interest rates, tax reform uncertainty and tighter margins are changing investor sentiment. Analysts say the market is shifting from aggressive growth toward more strategic and financially disciplined decision-making. You can have your say by leaving a voice...

We talk with Lucy Meer a Mortgage Broker for Loan Market about the current mortgage loan market. New ABS lending data is showing a noticeable slowdown in Australia’s housing finance market after a strong 2025. The value of new housing loans declined during the March quarter, with both owner-occupiers and investors becoming more cautious. Higher interest rates are increasingly affecting borrowing a...