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It’s brokers vs. banks in the ultimate property showdown! 🏦💥 In Episode 140 of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis dive into the fierce debate sparked by calls for banks to offer cheaper home loans to borrowers who bypass mortgage brokers. Is this the solution to high interest rates, or a dangerous step backwards? If you’ve ever wondered whether brokers or banks have you...

In Episode 139 of The Weekly Investor News Podcast , Nick Bendel and Owen Davis are back with this week’s biggest headlines—and what they mean for property investors heading into the second half of 2025. From AMP’s groundbreaking 10-year interest-only home loan to the RBA’s looming rate decision, this episode is packed with sharp insights and plenty of laughs along the way. 🔍 Here’s what we cover...

Welcome to The Weekly Investor News Podcast, where Nick Bendel and Owen Davis unpack the key trends and transformations shaping Australia’s property market in 2025. From surging parental support to innovative housing models and new affordability measures, this episode covers it all. With new rules, changing rental dynamics, and rising risks, property investors and homeowners need to stay informed...

In this episode of the The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick and Owen dive deep into the evolving and critical role of property managers in today's dynamic investment landscape. From reducing investor stress to protecting long-term asset value, property managers aren't just rent collectors — they're strategic partners in an investor's wealth journey. 🔥 What you'll learn in th...

In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis tackle a hot topic: Are short-term investors doing more harm than good in the real estate market? 🏠📉 With new research showing that 22% of property investors sell within just one year, this episode dives into the impact of these short-term plays on affordability, stability, and housing supply. Whether you're a prope...

Australia’s political leaders all say they support housing affordability—yet they also openly want property prices to keep rising. So… should we actually want property prices to go up? 🏡📈 In this thought-provoking episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis unpack one of the most polarising debates in Australian real estate. This episode goes beyond the headlines to chal...

With interest rates, politics, and policies constantly shifting, many Australians are asking: Can you still win in real estate? 🏠💰 In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis break down everything from looming rate cuts to the latest election promises to determine whether property is still a smart play in 2025. 🔑 In this episode, we unpack: ➡️ NAB’s bold fore...

The Australian property market is surging back to record highs! But what does this mean for investors, homeowners, and first-time buyers? In this episode of The Weekly Investor News, we sit down with expert guests Nick and Owen to break down the numbers, trends, and opportunities in today's market. Know more about our hosts! Owen Davis ➡️ Nick Bendel ➡️ 💡 Whether you're a seasoned investor or jus...

Great news for property buyers! The Help to Buy scheme has been expanded, making homeownership more accessible to a wider range of buyers and properties. But what does this mean for you? In this episode of the Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick and Owen break down the latest updates, including: ✅ Who is now eligible for the scheme? ✅ What types of properties are included? ✅ How this could impac...

Rental stress is no longer just a concern for low-income earners—middle-income Australians are now struggling to afford rent across the country. 📉 In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis break down the latest research from Everybody’s Home, revealing that even those earning $100,000 per year are feeling the squeeze in cities and regional areas. Know more about...

After years of skyrocketing rents and record-low vacancy rates, Australia’s rental market is showing signs of easing. 📉 In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis break down the latest data from SQM Research, revealing that the national vacancy rate rose from 1% in January to 1.3% in February. But is this a sign of a real shift, or just a short-term fluctuation?...

After months of uncertainty, Australia’s property market is back in positive territory! 📈 In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast , Nick Bendel and Owen Davis break down the latest CoreLogic data , which shows national home values rising 0.3% in February after three months of negative or flat growth. Does this signal the end of the downturn, or is it just a temporary bounce? Know more...

In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis tackle a controversial issue in the mortgage broking industry—should brokers be subject to clawback? 🔍🏦 With reports showing that 80% of brokers were affected by clawbacks in 2024, and nearly half losing over $10,000 each, is it time for lenders to rethink this practice? Know more about our hosts! Owen Davis ➡️ Nick Ben...

In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis discuss the federal government’s latest move to ban foreign buyers from purchasing existing homes for two years. 🏠🚫 The government claims this policy will help boost housing supply and affordability—but will it really make a difference? Or is this just political posturing in an election year? Know more about our hosts!...

In this episode of The Property Investor Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis analyze the latest data showing a decline in buyer activity across Australia. 📉 With fewer buyers in the market, what does this mean for property prices, investors, and sellers? Is this a short-term dip or a sign of a broader market slowdown? Know more about our hosts! Owen Davis ➡️ Nick Bendel ➡️ 🔔 Subscribe for more p...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis break down the latest real estate trend—more homes being listed for sale! 🏡📈 With property listings on the rise, what does this mean for buyers, sellers, and investors in 2025? Are we seeing a shift in market dynamics, or is this just a seasonal trend? Know more about our hosts! Owen Davis ➡️ Nick Bendel ➡️ If you're...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis tackle a critical issue facing Australia's property market—rising construction costs. 📈 Residential construction costs rose by 3.4% in 2024, adding to a staggering 30.8% increase since the pandemic began. But what does this mean for builders, investors, and future housing supply? Connect with us: Owen Davis Nick B...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis discuss the latest data on Australia’s rental market, which shows rental growth continuing to slow. 📉 Median rents rose by 6.9% during 2024, but the pace of growth eased throughout the year, with a modest 1.6% increase in the December quarter—the slowest growth rate since 2021. Connect with us: Owen Davis Nick Bendel...

Is property still the best investment, or should you be looking at shares in 2025? 📊 In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis dive into the age-old debate: Property vs. Shares. With shares outperforming property in 2024 (11.4% vs. 8.3% growth), but property leading over the past decade, which asset class offers the best long-term returns? Connect with us: Ow...

As the year comes to a close, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis reflect on how the Australian property market has cooled after an intense period of growth. 📉 In this special year-end episode of The Property Investor Podcast, we break down the key trends, biggest surprises, and lessons learned from a year that brought changing interest rates, shifting demand, and new challenges for property investors. Co...

In this special episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis explore Australia's deep fascination with property prices. 📊 Are rising property values sustainable, or is the market bound for a correction? Nick and Owen dive into the decades-long debate between property "bulls" and "bears," exploring both sides of the argument and what it means for investors, homeowners, a...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis tackle housing affordability and analyze recommendations from the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA). The Senate Standing Committee on Economics has been examining Australia’s housing crisis, and the IPA has proposed three big ideas to address affordability. But are they viable solutions, or do they miss the mark? Nick...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis discuss why the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) remains vigilant about inflation despite recent declines. 📊 Inflation dropped to 2.8%, briefly landing within the RBA’s target range of 2-3%, but forecasts suggest a potential rebound to 3.7% next year. What does this mean for interest rates and the future of property in...

In this special episode of The Property Investor Podcast, we sit down with Tiffany Browne, an award-winning buyer’s agent and founder of Buyers Agents Adelaide. Tiffany shares her journey from a career in banking to becoming a top buyer’s agent, her unique insights into the Adelaide property market, and tips for both homebuyers and investors. 🏡✨ Learn more about our hosts! Owen Davis ➡️ Tiffany...

In this episode of The Weekly Investor News Podcast, Nick Bendel and Owen Davis analyze the latest data on Australia's rental market. According to CoreLogic, annual rental growth is slowing down, with October showing only a 0.2% increase in median rent—the lowest annual growth rate since April 2021. 📉 But what does this trend mean for property investors and tenants alike? Learn more about our hos...