Australian Property Podcast

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Amy Lunardi is joined by Zara McGuffie from the Australian Business Podcast. They discuss 5 common situations where property buyers face regret (both before buying and after), and how to avoid them. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on avoiding regret, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Ap...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers gives his property predictions for 2025 and 2026. 1 – Trump and the tariff turmoil – what does it all mean for markets? 2 – Election 3 – 2025 outlook Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-brokin...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Amy Lunardi and Pete Wargent answer your most pressing property questions. Questions Answered: 1. Angus Young I’m looking at buying a townhouse and a lot of them I’ve been inspecting are brand new – should I bother with a building inspection? Doesn’t insurance cover any defects anyway? 2. Kate Bush I almost feel like giving up. I’ve been tryi...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists talk through all the big property news from this week. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on boosting your retirement, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you...

In this episode of The Australian Property Podcast, Pete Wargent of Allen Wargent Property Buyers is joined by Cameron Kusher, Australia’s leading housing market analyst, formerly of the REA Group and CoreLogic Australia. In this episode they discuss: - What has Cameron been up to lately? Change of roles pending. What’s next, ideally? - What a fortnight! What does all the Trump tariff turmoil mean...

Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – HUGE shifts in financial markets 2 – Apartment prices soar for new builds (Urbis) 3 – Changes to HELP debts treatment Resources f...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, Chris and Amy teach you how to win at auction. Basically, you just need to have an unlimited budget (just joking). Ultimately, the buyer with the most money often wins, but not always. They explore:  The rules around auctions  Set rules (unlike private sales)  No cooling off (unless bought prior)  Reserve price Pass ins  Transparent  They don’t always g...

The ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) price is crashing down 6.5%. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price is down 7.7%. BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price is down 8%. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/SBxxCavI2Lo ASX 200 investors, what should you do in a market crash?! If you're watching the ASX 200 sell-off in fear, rest assured - at 12 noon today (MEL/SYD time), Chief Investment Officer...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists talk you through all the latest property market news.  Topics covered today: In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Property investors guide to the election 2 – Average wealth passes $1.5m per household 3 – Population growth returns to...

In this episode of the Australian Property Podcast, Amy and Chris delve into the complexities of private sales and how to make offers    Negotiation Dynamics: Expect ongoing back-and-forth negotiations, where buyers may present their highest and best offers. This can take place through Zoom meetings or in boardroom auctions rather than through public advertising. Conditional Offers: Conditional of...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists discuss the Federal Budget, how COVID-19 impact property over the past 5 years, and also how the 2032 Olympics announcements will impact property markets in Brisbane and across Queensland.  Topics covered today: 1 – Help to Buy scheme expanded 2 –...

Topics covered today: Navigating property inspections with Pete and Amy Purpose of this list is to not go into a property and check all 100 items, it’s a guide for you to determine what’s important/relevant for you -Inspections – private inspection or open home? Sometimes you only get one chance, and there may not a lot of time! -Take notes & videos (ask the agent) -Does it meet your brief? (if no...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists talk through Melbourne’s property market switching into gear, the first signs of FOMO in Sydney property this year, and 15% of Kiwis now living in Australia. Pete and Chris also tackle some more of your listener questions. Enjoy! Topics covered to...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode Pete Wargent and Amy Lunardi deliver their step by step guide to buying property. Topics covered today: This episode covers the step by step process AFTER you’ve gone through the finance process, which we covered a few episodes ago with Owen & Chris, however some of these steps can be done before you get your finance sorted   Research – last week's episo...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from AllenWargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgages talk about the impacts of ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, where the apartment market will turn a corner, and the bounce in sentiment for Melbourne property. Topics covered today: 1 – Floods impact insurance 2 – How Australia’s property market spun out of control...

Researching property is more than just browsing listings—it’s about understanding the broader market, the suburb, and the specific property you're considering. In this episode of The Australian Property Podcast, Owen and Amy break it down into three key categories to help you make informed decisions. 1. The Broader Property Market Understanding macro trends: capital growth, dwelling types, market...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Chris Bates discuss Australia housing market super-cycle, Cyclone risks for Queensland, and answer a few of your listener questions!  Topics covered today: 1 – Australia’s housing market super-cycle 2 – The rise and rise of mortgage brokers 3 – Coalition to mandate 5 days in the office for public servants  Resources: The head...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask, Chief Investment of Rask, and Chris Bates, founder of Alcove, take you through 5 easy steps to secure your mortgage. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on getting into a property, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from AllenWargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove talk about the rebound in home prices, inheritance taxes, and what the election might been for lending rules.  Topics covered today: 30-year mortgages for Australia? Coalition to force APRA lending changes? Sydney rezoning for more apartments  30-year mortgages for Aus...

Chris Bates, founder and CEO of Alcove, speaks with Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of Rask, about the lessons learned growing Alcove, the role of a broker and future of property advice. Topics: Chris' journey from financial planning The partnership with Rask Name & brand changes Lessons learned working in an unsuccessful business partnership The future of mortgage broking ~~ Episode resources...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wragent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove discuss the Reserve Bank cutting interest rates for the first time in this cycle, and what it means for the property market ahead.  If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on boosting your retirement, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Amy Lunardi and Pete Wargent bust the most common property myths for Australian property investors. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on property myths, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Property myths busted today: Property marke...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Chris Bates discuss the recent turn to the right in global politics, the softer outlook for headline inflation, and the markets expected to benefit from falling interest rates.  If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on boosting your retirement, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Amy Lunardi and Pete Wargent discuss 10 things they wish they knew before getting into property. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on property tips, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Property topics covered today: Understanding st...

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Chris Bates discuss the bullish property markets from Chris Joye of Coolabah Capital and from KPMG. They also discuss whether regional housing markets are getting a second wind from buyers seeking affordability, and the Coalition’s proposed foreign buyer ban, and its potential impacts on the property market.  If you like this...