Behind The Numbers

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we unpack the 2026 Federal Budget and what it could mean for housing, renters, investors, inflation, and the broader Australian economy. The government says the proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax are designed to improve affordability and create more opportunity for first home buyers. But with Australia already facing critically low ren...

The RBA’s latest rate decision was anything but straightforward. A 5–4 split has pushed the cash rate higher, at a time when households are already facing rising fuel costs and ongoing pressure on affordability. So what problem is this rate rise actually trying to solve? In this episode, we unpack the growing divide in economic thinking. Is inflation being driven by demand, or by globa...

In this episode of Behind The Numbers , we unpack exclusive REIP behavioural data revealing how the market is really moving beneath the headlines. Seller appraisals strengthened early in the year, signalling renewed intent. Buyer inspections have been active but sensitive to interest rate shifts. And in the rental market, actual lease outcomes are showing tighter conditions than advertised rents s...

January has confirmed what many already felt – Australia’s property market is moving, but not in one direction. In this January Behind the Numbers wrap, we unpack a highly diverse market. National home values lifted modestly, but growth varied sharply by location. Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart and Canberra recorded slower conditions, while Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide and Darwin continued to...

As 2025 draws to a close, Australia’s property market is sending some new and important signals. In this episode of Behind the Numbers , we unpack the December data and the early trends shaping 2026, with a sharp focus on one of the biggest forces in the market right now: listings. National stock levels remain well below long-term averages, and where listings are tight, prices have continued...

November delivered one of the clearest market signals of the year, and in this episode we break it all down with three experts who see the market from every angle. National home values continued to rise, but the pace has started to shift. Affordability is now at record levels. Auction volumes surged then fell away. Lending remains tight. And buyer behaviour is changing as conditions become more co...

Australia’s housing market just won’t sit still. Prices are climbing, listings are thin, and the race to buy is getting fierce. In this episode, we unpack the real story behind October’s numbers on why low supply is keeping pressure on prices, why we’re not building the homes we actually need, and what it means as we head into the final stretch of the year. Economist Camero...

Spring is here, and so is the heat in Australia’s property market. In this month’s episode, we are joined by Cate Bakos and Cameron Kusher to unpack the impact of the new First Home Buyer Scheme , the surge in investor activity, and the market movements across every capital city — from Darwin’s double-digit growth to Melbourne’s quiet comeback. Plus, Aussie Home Loans...

August felt like someone flicked the market’s light switch. A fresh RBA cut lit the fuse, values nudged higher across almost every city, and Melbourne strapped on a jet pack as tight listings stirred real FOMO. We unpack where prices rose, why interstate investors are eyeing Victoria, and why units under 950k are suddenly the hottest ticket. We also look at rents creeping up while vacancies...

In this month’s episode, I’m joined by economist Cameron Kusher and buyer’s advocate Cate Bakos for a conversation that goes far beyond prices and predictions. Yes, we talk market movements — but we also tackle the hard truths behind Australia’s housing shortfall, why the building pipeline isn’t keeping up, and how investor sentiment is shifting under the weight...

In this episode of Behind the Numbers , we explore the latest shifts in the Australian property landscape with two industry experts: economist Cameron Kusher , now part of the REIP Commentary Team, and award-winning buyer’s agent Cate Bakos . Cameron shares a national overview of market movements — from tightening listing volumes and interest rate impacts to rising investor activity, r...

Election outcomes, policy shifts, and price surges—April delivered it all. In this episode of Behind the Numbers – Property Wrap , I am joined by Cate Bakos and Atom Go Tian to unpack the key market movements: rising stock levels, affordability reforms, and Southeast Queensland’s rise as a property powerhouse. From Sydney’s luxury resilience to Darwin’s investor spike...

In this episode of Behind the Numbers – Property Wrap , I’m joined by Buyers Advocate Cate Bakos and Commercial Property expert Vanessa Rader for a deep dive into what’s shaping the Australian property market right now. We explore: The ripple effects of the recent RBA rate cut How sentiment is driving buyer and investor activity across the country Why cities like Melbourne, Darwi...

 In this episode of Behind the Numbers , we’re joined by Cate Bakos and Jordan Tormey , two of the sharpest minds in property analysis. Cate dives into the impact of recent rate cuts, exploring whether buyer urgency is being driven by opportunity—or just fear of missing out. She breaks down the markets within markets, looking at where things are heating up, where they’re coo...

Welcome to our first episode of Behind the Numbers Property Wrap with Nerida Conisbee.  Australia’s property market is constantly shifting—house prices, interest rates, global trends, and government policies all play a role. But what does it mean for you? Each month, we break down the latest data, analyse key market trends across every state, and discuss the impact of economic for...

Welcome to  Behind the Numbers , the podcast that helps you make sense of the Australian real estate market. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or working as an agent, we break down the latest trends and insights to help you navigate the property landscape with confidence. I’m your host, Sadhana Smiles, and with over 30 years in real estate, I’ve seen how tricky it c...