Talk Property To Me Podcast

In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the biggest stories shaping the Australian property market in 2025. From Sydney's affordability crisis to the millennial exodus, we cover everything buyers, investors, and first-home buyers need to know right now. We explore the shocking gap between Sydney house prices and average incomes, the rise of regional mark...

Need a hand? Need some help sourcing your next investment property? 👉Book a Free Call with Aaron: https://bit.ly/4f0Yadu Looking for some investment minded lending strategies? 👉 Book a Free Call with Brad: https://bit.ly/43lwpYX First Home Buyers Australia 2025: Big LMI Changes & New Deposit Rules In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the huge change...

Need a hand? Need some help sourcing your next investment property?  👉Book a Free Call with Aaron: https://bit.ly/4f0Yadu Looking for some investment minded lending strategies? 👉 Book a Free Call with Brad: https://bit.ly/43lwpYX  The 5 Biggest Myths About Australia's Property Market Revealed In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East (award-winning mortgage broker) and Aaron Downie...

Australia Property Market 2025 – 5 Shocking Things You Must Know  In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie unpack the latest insights on the Australia property market 2025. From housing affordability issues to Sydney's underquoting scandal and Adelaide's record-breaking property sale, this episode delivers the most important real estate trends shaping the year ahead...

In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie take you deep inside the Australia luxury property market for 2025 — from $13M homes in Randwick to $26M rural estates in Robertson. Discover how high-end buyers are navigating the market, why luxury rental yields are surprising everyone, and how "rentvesting" is becoming a smart move for professionals priced out of ownership...

Greater Sydney Population Surge! Top Growth Suburbs to Watch Need a hand? Need some help sourcing your next investment property? 👉Book a Free Call with Aaron: https://bit.ly/4f0Yadu Looking for some investment minded lending strategies? 👉 Book a Free Call with Brad: https://bit.ly/43lwpYX In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie uncover the massive population grow...

Townsville Property Boom 2025: How Long Can It Last? Need a hand?  Need some help sourcing your next investment property? 👉Book a Free Call with Aaron: https://bit.ly/4f0Yadu  Looking for some investment minded lending strategies? 👉 Book a Free Call with Brad: https://bit.ly/43lwpYX  In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the incredible property boom...

Need a hand? Need some help sourcing your next investment property?  👉Book a Free Call with Aaron: https://bit.ly/4f0Yadu Looking for some investment minded lending strategies?  👉 Book a Free Call with Brad: https://bit.ly/43lwpYX 📉 Will Interest Rates Finally Drop in 2025? | July RBA Decision Explained  In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the RBA...

The Rise of Regional NSW: 600,000 New Reasons to Watch These Towns In this episode of Talk Property To Me, Brad East and Aaron Downie explore the explosive population growth projected for Regional New South Wales—and what it means for property investors in 2025 and beyond. With 600,000 new residents expected to move into these areas by 2041, this episode uncovers the suburbs to watch, the infrastr...

5 Luxury Homes That SHOCKED Australia's Property Market (June 2025) In this episode of Talk Property To Me, Brad East and Aaron Downie reveal Australia's Top 5 Luxury Property Sales for June 2025. From a $55 million waterfront mansion in Point Piper to record-breaking sales in Manly and Toorak, we explore the most impressive real estate deals across Sydney, Melbourne, and Queensland. Stay with us...

Australia's 2026 Property FORECAST: Where Prices Will BOOM (and Drop) In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down Australia's 2026 property market forecast. Find out which capital cities are predicted to boom, which may slow down, and what this means for investors, first home buyers, and upgraders. Stay tuned to learn the latest data and expert insights you...

5 PROPERTIES Under $650K You Can Buy RIGHT NOW in Australia! In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie reveal 5 real properties under $650K that are currently available across Australia. From New South Wales to Tasmania and Victoria, we break down why these affordable markets could deliver strong capital growth over the next 12–24 months. 🏡💸 If you're a first-home...

Top 6 Newcastle Suburbs to INVEST in 2025 In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie uncover the top-performing suburbs in Newcastle that investors and homebuyers should keep an eye on for 2025. Whether you're after capital growth, infrastructure investment, or long-term rental yield, this episode delivers data-backed insights to help you make smart property decisions...

Buying your first home in Australia? Chances are, you're making at least one of these costly mistakes — and it could be the difference between getting approved or getting rejected, overpaying or negotiating like a pro. In this episode of  Talk Property To Me , we unpack the most common (and avoidable) first home buyer mistakes we see every week in 2025: ✅ How to clean up your bank statements befo...

In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the potential impact of Australia's upcoming federal election on the housing market, lending conditions, and investor confidence. From proposed tax reforms to housing affordability policies, they explore what a change in government—or a mandate to stay the course—could mean for everyday buyers, sellers, and propert...

In this episode of Talk Property To me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie explore the impact of Trump's tariffs on the Australian property market and self-managed super funds (SMSFs). We begin by discussing Trump's use of tariffs as a negotiation tool, particularly with China and the U.S., and how these policies have led to significant volatility in global markets, including a $71 billion loss in t...

In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie dive into the world of commercial real estate with Steve Palise, Australia's top commercial property expert. Discover whether commercial investing is the key to passive income or a hidden risk—and learn how to navigate this lucrative market. 🔍 What You'll Learn: ✅ Residential vs. Commercial – Which offers better cash flow a...

In this episode of Talk Property To Me , hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down the latest rental market trends in Australia for 2025 . With rental prices dropping in key areas across Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne , what does this mean for renters and landlords? We analyze the PropTrack report from September 2024 , which reveals that many Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Sydney are now seei...

Welcome back to another episode of Talk Property To Me ! I'm your host, Brad East, alongside my co-host, Aaron Downie. In today's episode, we dive deep into the impact of recent RBA rate cuts on your borrowing capacity and mortgage repayments. We kick things off by discussing the common sentiment we've heard from potential buyers: "I'm going to wait for rates to go down before I make a purchase."...

In this episode of "Talk Property," hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie welcome Emily Wallace, a seasoned buyers' agent based in Melbourne, to discuss the dynamic property market in the city. With a focus on the current trends, challenges, and opportunities, Emily shares her insights on the Melbourne real estate landscape, particularly for first-time home buyers and investors. Key Highlights: Introdu...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Talk Property To Me ! I'm your host, Brad East, alongside my co-host, Aaron Downie. In this episode, we dive deep into the current economic landscape in Australia, focusing on the latest trends in inflation and interest rate predictions. We kick off the discussion by examining the recent decline in Australia's inflation rate, which has dropped to 2.5%...

Welcome back to another episode of Talk Property To Me ! I'm your host, Brad East, alongside my co-host, Aaron Downie. In today's episode, we dive into seven significant trends reshaping the property market as we look ahead to 2025. We kick off the discussion by highlighting the rise of millennials as the largest adult cohort in Australia. This demographic shift is crucial as millennials have diff...

Welcome back to another episode of Talk Property to Me ! I'm your host, Aaron Downie, and alongside me is my co-host, Brad East. In this episode, we dive into a comprehensive wrap-up of the property market for 2024, discussing the performance of major capital cities and regional centres across Australia over the past year. We kick things off by addressing the financial landscape, noting that the c...

Welcome back to another episode of Talk Property To Me ! I'm your host, Brad East, alongside my co-host, Aaron Downie. In today's episode, we dive into a crucial topic for anyone looking to invest in real estate: the five worst properties you can buy in Australia right now. We kick off the discussion by highlighting the pitfalls of high-density apartments, particularly in inner-city areas like Bri...

Episode Synopsis: Understanding Property Cycles Welcome back to another episode of Talk Property To Me ! I'm your host, Brad East, alongside my co-host, Aaron Downie. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of property cycles, a topic that frequently comes up in our discussions with listeners and clients alike. We start by defining what a property cycle is and introduce the four main stages...