Aussie Real Estate Podcast

We talk with Yvette Buckley in Brisbane about taking an unconventional approach to property investing by purchasing a home using her superannuation. Because of the rules around super-funded property, the apartment must remain a rental investment. The strategy allows a larger deposit and smaller mortgage, while rent and super contributions help service the loan. You can have your say by leaving a v...

Australia’s property market is telling two very different stories right now. Perth has emerged as the country’s strongest-performing real estate market, with home prices nearly doubling since 2021 as population growth and tight supply drive demand. Meanwhile, Melbourne is presenting a more complex picture. Prices have lagged other capitals, investor sentiment has shifted, and some buyers are start...

We talk with Anthony Landahl, the Managing Director of Equilibria Finance and mortgage broker about Australia’s property market facing fresh pressure as inflation concerns grow and interest rate expectations shift. Reserve Bank warnings and higher oil prices linked to global conflict are shaping economic sentiment. At the same time, investor lending is expanding as rising rents and housing shortag...

We talk with Travis Coleman the head of WA for Belle Property about Perth’s current property market which has emerged as Australia’s strongest-performing capital city in recent years. Home values have jumped nearly 20 percent in the past year alone and have almost doubled since 2021.  You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://a...

We talk with Yannick Ieko the CEO  from the Harmony Group about Melbourne’s property market moving through a period of uncertainty, buyers and investors are adapting. Rentvesting is gaining traction as Australians rent where they want to live while investing elsewhere, while multigenerational households are re-emerging as families pool resources to enter the property market and manage rising housi...

We talk with Jarrod McCabe a buyers agent from Wakelin Property Advisory about Melbourne’s property market presenting an interesting shift for investors. Despite higher taxes and stricter rental regulations, prices have lagged other Australian capitals, creating potential value opportunities. With investor lending in Victoria rising around 21 percent, some buyers are quietly re-entering the market...

We talk with Stewie and Danny from Smart Real Estate about Australia’s shrinking affordability suburbs. Last year, at least ten capital-city suburbs still had median house prices under $500,000. Today, only a handful remain, including Berrimah in Darwin, investors and first-home buyers are increasingly targeting these final lower-priced property markets. You can have your say by leaving a voice me...

This week’s property market update looks at the latest real estate trends across Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Dubai being drawn into the Iran war with Aussie investors not sure what to do next. You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www....

We talk to economist Saul Eslake from Corinna Economic Advisory about how the ripple effects of the Iran war could reach Australia’s economy. Higher petrol and food costs may squeeze household budgets and consumer confidence, while inflation risks could influence interest rate decisions and future conditions across Australia’s housing and property markets. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpip...

We talk with Richard Whitton from Finder about the increasing cost of home insurance and the problems people face. Plus economists warn petrol in Australia could rise by up to 40 cents a litre. With inflation risks building, the Reserve Bank has not ruled out another rate hike. What does this mean for property buyers, investors and housing confidence? ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com...

We talk with Mario Volpi in Dubai post the Iran attack on the UAE, many Australian buyers are asking what it could mean for the Dubai property market. This update looks at how regional conflict may influence investor sentiment, migration, and property demand in the UAE, and why Dubai’s real estate market often behaves differently during global uncertainty. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpip...

We talk with Michael Hatzifotis from Eplace about Brisbane’s property market that for the first time, entry-level units in Brisbane are now harder to afford than in Sydney. Prices have surged to around $660,000 after rising roughly $130,000 in a year. Strong demand and limited supply are pushing deposit timelines close to five years. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ►...

We talk to Robert Mandanici from Paddington Realty in Perth about the current real estate market. Plus a proposed 91-storey Trump Tower in Surfers Paradise is attracting attention, not just for its scale but for the developer’s past.  ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: http...

Interest rate increases are beginning to test buyer confidence across Sydney, particularly in premium lifestyle suburbs dominated by high-income earners under 35. Competition remains active, but borrowing costs are influencing sentiment and decision-making.  ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to nev...

We talk with Kevin Chokshi, an Auctioneer from Ray White in Melbourne about the current Melbourne real estate market and opportunities.  Plus Melbourne’s auction market moves fast, and small mistakes can cost buyers thousands.  ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www...

We talk with Anthony Landahl, the Managing Director of Equilibria Finance and mortgage broker about Entry-level house repayments now absorb nearly 49 percent of a young couple’s income across Australia’s capital cities. Units sit above 30 percent.  https://equilibriafinance.com.au ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app...

We talk with Stephanie Jordan, the founder of Zaralend about those saving for a mortgage and why Melbourne buyers are factoring higher borrowing costs into their decisions. Despite rate uncertainty, conditions point to measured improvement rather than a sharp rebound. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe h...

We talk with Margaret Lomas from Destiny Financial Solutions about why interest rate hikes are reshaping Sydney’s property market, with 24 percent of listings now selling prior to auction. High-income buyers under 35 are intensifying competition in premium suburbs, increasing pressure on prices and first-home buyer accessibility. And Melbourne auction capital of the world! ► Record A Message:  htt...

We talk with Melinda Jennison from Streamline Property about why Brisbane is outperforming Australia’s largest city, Sydney, as migration shifts reshape demand. With median dwelling values rising and properties selling quickly, fundamentals remain strong.  ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never...

If you snagged a piece of the Gold Coast luxury market before COVID, you didn't just buy a home—you hit the jackpot. But it’s not just Queensland making waves. Metropolitan Adelaide just smashed records with its median price growth. To understand where the Australian property market is going, you have to know where it’s been. We’re diving into the infamous 1973–75 property slump. ► Record A Messag...

We talk we Denver Shoemark, he is the principal of Shoemark Real estate in Braidwood. From Ned Kelly to Flirting, this town offers a colonial charm you simply cannot manufacture. Nestled perfectly between the city and the sea, it’s the ultimate "middle ground" for those looking to escape the hustle without losing the lifestyle. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Websi...

We talk with Damian Medici, a director at Margin Finance about PropTrack data shows nine in ten prospective Australian homebuyers may be reducing their borrowing capacity through unnoticed monthly expenses. Banks assess these habits as ongoing liabilities, materially impacting loan approval and overall purchasing power. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: http...

We talk with Andrea Heading the CEO of the Real Estate Institute of South Australia about Adelaide’s 216 suburbs now recording median house prices above $1 million, price strength is expanding beyond prestige pockets into established family and lifestyle corridors, reshaping buyer expectations and long-term investment positioning across South Australia. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.c...

We talk with Michelle May, a Buyer's Agent in Sydney about their services from providing suburb research, market insight, auction bidding and negotiation strategy. However, not all buyers agents offer the same expertise or experience. Choose wisely and cautiously in this tight market. ► Record A Message:  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable....

We talk with Monika Tu from Black Diamondz Property Concierge about Sydney’s prime real estate footprint has tightened significantly over the past decade, reinforcing its position in global luxury rankings. Limited supply continues to shape prestige pricing. We examine how shrinking prime stock impacts high-end buyers, international demand and long-term capital growth in Australia’s most establish...