The Elephant In The Room Property Podcast | Inside Australian Real Estate

Picture this: a country caught in the grips of an unprecedented rental crisis, where finding a place to call home has become an arduous battle for countless Australians. The very fabric of the real estate market is strained as supply dwindles and demand soars to staggering heights.  In the face of this dire situation, our resident data geek, Kent Lardner, takes on the monumental challenge of untan...

In this week's episode of the podcast, we tackle the thorny issue of Australia's population growth and how we plan to provide accommodation for the influx of people that are set to arrive on our shores. With immigration back on the table, the government has forecast a 60% increase in population by 2050, which raises a number of difficult questions. First and foremost, we simply don't have enough h...

Negotiation is a game of strategy, and those who master it can achieve great success in the property market. But how do you know if you're a good negotiator? Do you always aim for a win-win, or do you have a secret fallback position that you rely on? In this episode, we explore the art of negotiation with renowned property expert Michael Yardney, who has developed a range of tactics to influence a...

Could the mortgage cliff in 2023 be the start of a new era for the property market? Over the next few months many Australians will come off fixed rates and face higher mortgage repayments. But is this just a short-term blip, or could it have a lasting impact on the property market? To help us better understand the potential impact of the mortgage cliff, we're joined by Martin North, the founder of...

Australia's economy once lauded for its stability and strong growth potential, is now facing extreme economic strain. Inflation has been steadily climbing in recent months with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) yet to take decisive action. It begs the question: are interest rates enough to control inflation?  To shed some light on the current state of the economy, we have economist Warren Hogan...

Whether you’re a property investor with tenants, or you’re currently renting, you will be effected in some way shape or form with the current rental market conditions.  In today's unstable housing prices, tenants are struggling to stay afloat. With sky-high rent increases and plummeting vacancy rates, it can feel like an uphill battle! Renters need solutions NOW! From the diminishing availability...

The real estate sector in Australia has come under scrutiny lately after a Four Corners report uncovered certain questionable practices employed by real estate agents. While this exposé has sparked a series of discussions and raised important ethical and regulatory questions about the industry, there remain many uncertainties about what will happen next. In today’s episode, we closely examine the...

Are you curious about what the future holds for the Australian property market? Do you want to stay ahead of the game and make informed investment decisions? Look no further than our annual Fool or Forecaster report! We provide a detailed analysis of the latest trends and predictions in the market, including a comparison of these predictions to what actually happened in the previous year. In this...

Do you ever feel skeptical about property investors' supposed success stories? We understand how frustrating it can be especially when these so-called property investors boast about their short-term wins without any substantial evidence to support their claims. But the question remains, what metrics should we really be using to measure success in the property investment game? Joining us today is M...

As we enter March 2023, the Australian property market has seen its fair share of ups and downs. With fluctuating inventory levels and unpredictable changes, it can be difficult to know what to expect in the real estate investment landscape. Take the guesswork out of it and join us on this exciting episode of the Elephant in the Room Property Podcast as we delve into the complex world of real esta...

Attention all Adelaide property seekers! Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of the local real estate market? You're not alone. With Adelaide emerging as a hot spot for property investment, finding your dream home can be challenging. But fear not – we've got you covered. In our latest podcast episode, we're joined by the esteemed buyer's agent, Matt O'Donoghue. With close to two decade...

Are you seeking expert guidance on all things property investment, but don't know where to turn? Look no further than today's episode where we answer YOUR most urgent queries about vendor disclosure laws, due diligence, and more! Follow along as we dive deep into the complexities of Brisbane property investment and explore the potential impact of the upcoming Olympics on the housing market. We als...

Real estate cycles can be challenging to navigate, but understanding what drives them is crucial for anyone wanting to succeed in the industry. In this episode, we dive into the complex interplay of factors that contribute to the booms and busts of the housing market. Our guest, Eliza Owen, Head of Research at CoreLogic Australia, shares her data-driven insights to help you make sense of the curre...

Housing is a fundamental aspect of our lives, fulfilling the basic human need for shelter. Despite this, many individuals and families still struggle to find affordable and adequate housing. In this episode, Jeremy McLeod, founder of Breathe Architecture and co-founder of Nightingale Housing joins us as he brings his wealth of knowledge in the real estate industry and his unique approach to priori...

Most people know they have to do the most basic due diligence when buying a property. But how do you know if you can rely on these reports? Are there industry standards that must be adhered to? Do inspectors need to be appropriately qualified and licensed?  Are these due diligence reports truly comprehensive and highlight any potential issues? Michael Ferrier, Founder and MD of EYEON Property Insp...

As recognition of the need to reduce our carbon footprint grows, the task of creating change becomes increasingly pressing.  Upgrading our built environment to be more sustainable presents one of the biggest challenges we face today.  But how do we retrofit existing buildings, and who is responsible for making these changes? Join Veronica Morgan, Chris Bates and guest Professor Sara Wilkinson, a h...

This is our Suburb Help Report for January 2023 and we'll be looking at what property investors need to know when they're looking at investing across the country. In this episode, we'll be discussing green shoots in the property market. Yes, you heard me right. It's been all doom and gloom throughout 2022 with regular predictions of 15% price falls, but the data is suggesting a different story in...

How has the Brisbane property market changed in the wake of Covid? Can we now count it as one of the big guns, along side Sydney and Melbourne? Or is the recent boom set to be short lived? In today's episode, we are joined by Melinda Jennison,  who is possibly the only buyer's agent with a PHD. Which means she brings a research lens to strategy development and advice. Melinda shares what has been...

A vendor's advocate represents you in the sale of your home or any investment property. Their work is to give you peace of mind and confidence by ensuring your selling agent is actually working for you and doing everything possible to achieve the highest price for your property. In today's episode, we are joined by Fiona Martin, owner and director of Golden Alliance. Fiona has been in the industry...

Many Buyers Agents work hard to attain their qualification... only to find themselves feeling unequipped to actually do their job well, and advocate for what might be the biggest decision of their client's lives. No career is easy, and the role of Buyers Agent is no exception. Long hours, constant property hunting, uncertain income, endless research... the list goes on.  In an industry full of lon...

Truthful and honest real estate agents are a rare commodity in the property market.  Finding agents willing to call a property what it is, for the sake of the people involved, and not just about the potential commissions one could make is quite challenging.  And so we’ve brought in David Murphy, a genuine career agent who has captured our attention through his weekly newsletters that cut through t...

We may soon be able to hop in an air taxi and cross the city in a fraction of the time it takes to cross congested roads thanks to driverless cars and drone deliveries. How will this affect our airways? Does it affect the view, the noise, or the privacy? Or safety? What effect will this have on property values? In this episode, The CEO of Skyportz, Clem Newton-Brown, discussed the possibility of a...

Property bears who predict that the Australian property prices will nosedive to 40% will often refer to what happened to the American property market in the mid 2000s… Is this basis reliable? Are the circumstances in both property markets similar to encounter the same outcome? In this episode, we are joined by David Sidoni, the host of How to Buy a Home Podcast, to do a comparative analysis on the...

Regional Australia outperforming the capital cities in both sale and rental price growth remains to be one of the major phenomena of the country’s great property boom in 2021. However, property prices in regional markets are showing signs of a nosedive. Additionally, the return of immigration might worsen the already severe rental crisis soon… In this episode, we are joined by Paul Ryan, an econom...

Interest rates have been rising every month since early this year… To make matters worse, inflation is also yet to be under control. How vulnerable are homeowners and investors in a high inflationary environment and what do we need to be most worried about? Senior Economist at the Commonwealth Bank Belinda Allen joins us today to talk about Australia’s current economic landscape… How can we measur...