Aussie Real Estate Podcast

RBA Interest Rate Decision: Australian Property Market Update Today the Reserve Bank of Australia announces its cash rate decision. Will interest rates rise or stay on hold? We break down what this means for Australian mortgage holders, home loan repayments, and borrowing power. Get the latest Australian real estate news and property market analysis now! You can have your say by leaving a voice me...

Craig speaks with Oscar Stanley, National President of the Urban Development Institute of Australia, about the new federal and Victorian housing agreement. The deal is expected to support more than 66,000 homes, including 25,600 reserved for first-home buyers across 20 locations, with the first homes expected in 2027. ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never...

Craig talks about Cessnock in New South Wales to investigate the factors behind the area's strong property price growth. Speaking with Cain Beckett from Jurds Real Estate, he examines a market where median house prices have reached $745,000, rising 12.9% annually, while units sit at a $545,000 median. ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode:...

This week, Craig explores the challenges facing Australian property buyers, including first-home buyers entering the market in their 40s. The discussion examines stamp duty and potential alternatives, the latest dynamics in Brisbane property, and insights from a Queensland property developer on current market conditions and development opportunities. ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lova...

The Saturday Property Show returns to the Sunshine Coast to explore Buddina, a coastal suburb that has transformed from a relatively affordable location into one of the region’s most sought-after property markets. Craig speaks with Rebecca Fletcher of Fletcher Riley Real Estate about rising prices and growing interest from interstate buyers.  ► Dubai Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

Craig speaks with Samuel Gardner a property developer from Gardner Vaughan Group in Brisbane about getting the mix of developments right. Samuel talks about projects including Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast and about the risks of property development in today’s market. A $10 million off-the-plan apartment sale in Redcliffe highlights demand for the right product, while downsizers are...

Craig speaks with Brisbane buyers’ agent Glenn Price about the strategies shaping Brisbane’s property market. They examine buying and selling behaviour, the tactics being used by both sides, and where some approaches may cross the line. The conversation also looks at Australia’s auction market, where clearance rates remain around 48%. ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscr...

Craig is back for breakfast talking with Nick Garvin from the e61 Institute, about why stamp duty adds thousands of dollars to the upfront cost of buying property in Australia and can discourage people from moving. Research suggests replacing it with another property tax could increase mobility, with an estimated 100,000 more annual moves in NSW and 90,000 in Victoria. Could reform also improve ho...

We have a pro investor tip, plus Craig talks with Megan a first home buyer. Is buying your first home in your 40s harder than expected? Megan shares where she purchased, the challenges she faced and why she’s happy with her decision. With the next RBA cash rate review approaching, we explore the realities of entering the property market later in life. ► Listen to Alan Kohler Episode: https://apple...

Australia’s property market is facing renewed pressure, with Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth all in focus. We break down the latest property news, emerging price trends and key market indicators, bringing together analysis from real estate experts nationwide. Join Craig for breakfast on the Mega Property Network for a clear market update. ► Listen to Alan Kohler Episode: https://apple.co/4dN...

Craig is back with the Saturday property show talking with Scott Mitchell about why Hervey Bay property prices are up 14.8 per cent annually, with typical house prices around $825,000. However, homes are taking a median 63 days to sell, giving buyers more time to compare properties. The Fraser Coast market appears to be settling into steadier conditions rather than experiencing Sydney’s sharper do...

We talk with Rob Mandanici from Paddington Reality about why Perth property market growth is losing momentum, with annual house price growth slowing to 2.1 per cent in the September quarter, down from 5 per cent previously. The latest figures suggest Perth’s housing market is cooling, an important development for property investors, homeowners and buyers assessing their next move. ► Listen to Alan...

We talk with Asti Mardiasmo the Head Economist for PRD about why housing affordability in Australia has deteriorated, falling 3.3 percentage points over the past year. Mortgage repayments now consume 50.9 per cent of household income, highlighting the pressure facing homeowners. However, softer median house prices in New South Wales and Victoria may create opportunities for first-home buyers enter...

Craig is back talking with Margaret Lomas about why Australian property investors are changing their buying strategies following changes to negative gearing rules. While overall investor lending fell 9 per cent in the June quarter, loans to buy or build new homes rose 24 per cent. We examine what these figures reveal about investor behaviour and the push to increase housing supply. ► Listen to Ala...

Navigating Mortgage Stress: Craig and Analyst Mansour Soltani from Our Top 10 breakdown why Data Mortgage stress is rising across Australia, with more than 450,000 households in ranked postcodes spending more than they earn. The report identifies Melbourne as having the largest concentration of financially stretched households, while regional areas are also under pressure. With 31,318 additional h...

This week, we bring together the best interviews from across the property market. We explore buying opportunities for Australians under 35, examine the latest property movements in Perth, investigate which Canberra areas are outperforming, and look at Melbourne properties priced between $560,000 and $625,000, alongside opportunities in regional markets. ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.l...

We are back with Craig in the Gold Coast talking with real estate principal Zed Nasheet about why the Gold Coast continues to attract apartment buyers, with seven suburbs ranking among Queensland’s top ten for unit sales. Surfers Paradise led the rankings despite a median unit price of $950,000. We examine the appeal of the luxury property market and the factors supporting demand across key coasta...

Craig is back with more real estate expert guests. Many Australian first-home buyers are waiting for house prices to fall or interest rates to stabilise. Westpac’s latest report shows affordability remains a major concern, despite stronger buying motivation. We look at outer suburbs in Melbourne with properties priced between $560,000 and $625,000, exploring where buyers might find a more achievab...

We are in Canberra catching up with Tim Burke from Momentum Property. Where house prices dipped in September, bringing the overall median down to around $860,000. This market shift opens up a major entry point for buyers. Discover which suburbs offer the best long-term value and how these pricing corrections compare against stronger performing sectors in the Australian capital. Plus affordable sub...

Craig talks with Matthew Hughes from Capital Property Advisory about why Perth’s property market correction isn't playing out evenly, creating a strategic window for next-home buyers. As higher-end homes experience sharper declines, the financial gap between selling your current property and upgrading shrinks. Waiting out the market might seem logical, but reduced buyer competition right now offer...

Craig talks with Rebecca Cuderman, the Principle of NGU real estate in Logan about new research that identifies 30 Australian property hotspots where younger buyers are moving. In Canberra , Taylor stands out with a median age of 31 and only 9% investor ownership, alongside Macnamara and Strathnairn . Meanwhile, Marsden in Logan boasts 60% owner-occupiers, with median house prices hitting $862,500...

This week’s Australian property review connects key data from Sydney, Ballarat, the Central Coast, and Brisbane. While capital city prices slide, regional values hold firm, remaining 5.1% higher than last year. Concurrently, a severe apartment market squeeze points to a 20% price increase by 2030, despite households facing compounding grocery, insurance, and energy costs. You can have your say by...

We speak with Melbourne buyers’ agent Wendy, who brings more than 30 years of experience navigating Australia’s changing property market. She shares her perspective on how real estate has evolved and what buyers need to consider today. We also catch up with Lillian in Dubai for the next 10 things Australians should consider before moving to the UAE. You can have your say by leaving a voice message...

Craig is on the Central Coast in NSW talking with Joe Caroll from Sphere Home loans about why Mortgage stress is becoming more widespread across Australia, with Finder reporting 36 per cent of mortgage holders struggled with repayments in August. Rising insurance, groceries, petrol and energy costs are adding pressure, while the RBA has warned first-home buyers using the 5% deposit scheme may face...

Craig talks with Ashleigh Goodchild from Soco Realty in Perth about why a good property management company can make a major difference to an investor’s experience. We look at three key areas landlords should get right when choosing and working with a property manager, from protecting the property to managing tenants effectively. We also examine whether tenants are negotiating harder and what makes...