Selling a property sounds simple, and with homes turning over faster than ever, vendors are keen to list and get the best price they can while the market’s hot. But selling can come with unexpected costs and roadblocks. Sharing her expert advice on all things selling, Shelley Craft, host of The Block and licensed real estate agent, joins us this episode. Then we dig into Domain’s annual First Home Buyer Report, released this week. It shows the time to save for a 20% deposit on an entry-priced ho...
Jun 23, 2021•27 min
The market’s hot. We know this. But is it even possible to find a bargain when prices have been rising so rapidly and demand is so high? In this episode of Propety Unpacked, Julie DeBondt-Barker, the founding director of Property Home Base, explains how to differentiate between a property bargain and a property lemon. Then, to unpack the rising trend of Australians moving from bigger cities to smaller cities, Simon Kuestenmacher, the co-founder & director of research at The Demographics Grou...
Jun 16, 2021•24 min
Every Australian loves to have a good stickybeak at homes of the rich and famous. The upper echelons of society are well-known for keeping their cards close to their chest when it comes to transacting property. Viewers are getting a chance to see Australia’s best homes, with a new show to rival Selling Sunset and Million Dollar Listing. Amazon Prime’s soon-to-be-released show Luxe Listings Sydney promises an insider look into the local prestige property market. Among the real estate professional...
Jun 09, 2021•27 min
It seems property investing may be making a comeback: investor lending is on the rise for the first time in years and properties are still selling like hotcakes in today’s climate. And, contrary to what we sometimes see in the media, you don’t need to be a mogul with 25 properties to be considered an investor. So where do you begin on this journey and what are the risks involved for the average person? To unpack and explain the world of owning a portfolio, Founder and Managing Director of Empowe...
Jun 02, 2021•24 min
Is the hot property market here to stay, or are things starting to slow down? After rapid price growth across nearly every part of the country this year, we’re starting to hear rustles in the wind that the property market may shift gears soon. To discuss the year that we’ve had thus far, and what we’re likely to see through the next three to six months, we’re joined on this week’s episode by independent economist Saul Eslake. Then, we explore one of the most unusual but intriguing home features ...
May 26, 2021•26 min
Getting into the property market at the moment can feel near impossible for a lot of Australians, plus it’s causing some buyers to rush their purchase and nab whatever they can, before they know if they even like the neighbourhood. One option that’s emerged is “rent with the option to buy” - certainly different to how the market usually works. It’s offered by Assemble Communities; and to explain, the managing director Kris Daff joins us this week. Then, we chat about the federal budget and how i...
May 19, 2021•25 min
Regardless of where you live, the weather’s changing - and in many cities, getting much cooler. Many of us will turn up the heating but it may still feel pretty cold. In many cases Australian houses, even more modern ones, aren’t built for our extreme weather conditions. So, apart from tearing down our home and starting again, what can be done? In some cases, retrofitting can help. Not only can it keep us warmer or cooler but it encourages better energy efficiency, which in turn saves money on b...
May 12, 2021•26 min
It’s really easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a property but what many buyers often forget is that it’s not just the price paid for said property that’s important to budget for. There are all sorts of other associated costs with buying, and because lots of them aren’t particularly exciting, they can easily be overlooked - at the buyer’s peril. To help prepare us prior to purchase, Domain Advice Editor Daniel Butkovich joins us this week. We also get an update on the property mark...
May 05, 2021•25 min
The art of the deal is the cornerstone to property transacting. Negotiation is key - so how can you master it? Joining us on this episode is Nicole Jacobs, co-founder and managing director of Whitefox Advocacy, who shares her insider info on negotiating property purchases. Also in this episode, Domain’s editorial director Adrian Lowe and national news editor Ellen Lutton join us to unpack the latest property price data with the release of Domain’s House Price Report for the March quarter this we...
Apr 28, 2021•26 min
The stress of buying a property can mean people slip up and make mistakes we wish we didn’t and hurt the hip pocket in the long term. To share her expertise on what not to do when buying and shed some light on common mistakes, buyers’ advocate and qualified property investment adviser, Cate Bakos joins us on this episode. Then, we chat with co-host of the My Millennial Property podcast Emily Wallace, about what's really happening holding young people back from entering the property market. 00:45...
Apr 21, 2021•26 min
Trying to score a rental can be as nail biting as a job interview. From your application being flawless, to impressive references and trying to catch the eye of the agent, it’s tough out there. In this episode, we chat to Sarah Elkordi, also known as The Rent Fairy, on how her business is helping tenants lock in the perfect property and provide that edge above the rest in such a competitive market. Then, with the latest Domain Rent Report out, we unpack the results with Editorial Director Adrian...
Apr 14, 2021•21 min
Being able to work from home has quite literally changed the lives of some Australians and last year many of us packed up and moved to regional and coastal areas to get a slice of the slow life. Before making the move was trendy, Sarah Berry, lifestyle health editor at The Age and Sydney Morning Herald, made the jump to Byron and lasted four years, only to move back to the city during the pandemic. Sarah catches up with us to share the real ins and outs of a sea-change and why she has chosen to ...
Apr 07, 2021•25 min
Victoria’s rental laws have been recently overhauled, with other changes around the country, and tenants can now comfortably make a home, with little touches like hanging a picture now allowed. But is it enough, and should renters demand more? To chat us through these concerns, Executive Director and Founder of Better Renting, Joel Dignam joins us. We also hear from Ash Austen, Domain’s Lifestyle Editor, about retail giant IKEA’s secrets to keeping shoppers coming back for more. 00:35 - Are rent...
Mar 31, 2021•22 min
The struggle for first-home buyers seems to be immense in today’s market, and many are looking for a leg up on the competition. Leveraging what you can, like hitting up the bank of mum and dad, can be what gets some across the line and into the property market. To chat us through what exactly that means, the risks that come along with it and how to save for a deposit when mum and dad are not an option for you, Canstar Editor-at-Large, finance commentator and author of Ditch the Debt and Get Rich...
Mar 17, 2021•21 min
The property market seems to be particularly frenzied so far this year and the thought of bidding at an auction can bring up a range of emotions, from making some break out in a panicked sweat, to letting the thrill take over and making bids they cannot afford. To help cope with the excitement of buying a home, in this episode, Domain’s money and advice editor Daniel Butkovich shares his expert tips for winning at an auction. But first, while the market’s seemingly hot but serving the cold shoul...
Mar 03, 2021•26 min
In our final episode of the year, we take a look at how the way we live has changed due to COVID-19. Will the changes stick in the new year? Domain and Prestige Magazine editor Jen Melocco joins us to discuss. We also explore how the cost of buying property is worsening in many of the capital cities at the most affordable end of the market. To wrap things up, our resident prestige property expert Lucy Macken debriefs on some of the year’s biggest sales and stories. 00:41 - How COVID has changed ...
Dec 09, 2020•22 min
There’s never a better time than the new year to set new goals and get your finances in order. Whether you’re saving for a deposit or wanting to shave down the cost of your rent, the new year is a good time to act. In this episode, Domain’s money and advice editor Daniel Butkovich shares how to sort your finances and take the first steps towards those property dreams. Brendan Coates, Grattan Institute’s program director for Household Finances, and independent economist Saul Eslake then join us t...
Dec 02, 2020•24 min
School catchment areas are a key deciding factor for many buyers and can also impact property prices/impact the value of your home. Ellen Lutton, national news editor at Domain, joins us to unpack Domain’s latest School Zone Report which reveals the catchment areas seeing above average property price growth. To read the complete report, visit: domain.com.au/research/school-zones-report/2020/ Also this week, independent economist Saul Eslake discusses the state of Tasmania’s property market, whic...
Nov 25, 2020•24 min
Melbourne has welcomed back public auctions with open arms. One month since the restrictions were lifted, Melbourne Domain Magazine and Domain Review editor Emily Power unpacks how the market is tracking in the city and greater Victoria. Also in this episode, we speak with Domain regular writer Jenny Brown who has been covering Australian design and architecture for decades, looking at why we are leaders in the field and where there’s room for improvement. Finally, we move out of the house and o...
Nov 18, 2020•23 min
Interest rates have been slashed to a new record low, with the Reserve Bank dropping the cash rate to 0.1 per cent at its November meeting. Jo Masters, chief economist for EY Oceania, helps us unpack what impact this could have on the property market. This week we also hone in on the west coast where Perth has seen its sharpest rise in rental prices after eight years of stagnation. Property analyst and commentator Gavin Hegney joins us to share his insights. To wrap things up, Daniel and Jade fr...
Nov 11, 2020•20 min
Boosting home building is a key part of the government’s plan to get the Australian economy back on track. Professor Steven Rowley from Curtin University joins us to unpack recent research by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI) into whether Australia can build its way out of a recession. Then Domain senior news journalist, Elizabeth Readman gives an update on the property players who made the cut for this year’s Australian Financial Review Rich List. To read more about th...
Nov 04, 2020•22 min
Property markets across the country are finding their feet after what has been a tumultuous year. This week we unpack the findings from the latest Domain House Price Report, and what they mean for buyers and sellers in our capital cities. Also on this episode, our prestige property expert Lucy Macken takes us through what is arguably Australia’s largest private property portfolio, worth over $240 million. Then Sarah & George, The Block 2020’s NSW team, join us to chat about their time on the...
Oct 28, 2020•21 min
Is being last to bid really a winning strategy? Is there a right/wrong way to bid at auction? This week, we unpack auction etiquette with Scott Kennedy-Green, chief auctioneer at McGrath Estate Agents. With the weather warming up, we also take a closer look at demand for holiday homes with Matt Lahood, CEO of The Agency, who has provided a snapshot on how this market is faring after a challenging year. 01:21 - Do’s and don’ts of bidding at auction 10:06 - Is there demand for holiday homes this y...
Oct 21, 2020•19 min
Rental markets across the country are starting to turn around. The latest Domain Rent Report shows rents for houses increased or were steady across all capital cities over the September quarter. It was a different story for units though. We unpack what this means for tenants and landlords. Also this week, we touch on what was in the Federal Budget for housing, particularly for first-home buyers, and hear how government incentives have helped one man save thousands. Then to wrap up, Jasmin & ...
Oct 14, 2020•21 min
It’s one of the toughest tasks when buying a home. You’ve fallen head over heels for a property, you’re awaiting auction day to bid, but then the agent asks you to put in your “best and final offer”. Joining us to walk buyers through the best way to approach the sticky situation is Veronica Morgan, principal of Good Deeds Property Buyers and co-host of Location Location Location. If you’d like to read more about the ins and outs of home buying, visit Domain’s ultimate guide for first-home buyers...
Oct 07, 2020•22 min
The time taken for first-home buyers to save a deposit has continued to rise across most Australian capital cities. This week, we unpack how long it takes for first home buyers to save for that all-important 20 per cent deposit from city to city, and what factors are contributing to the results. For more information on Domain’s First Home Buyer Report, visit: domain.com.au/research/domain-first-home-buyer-report-2020-989186 We provide an update on the private inspection situation in Melbourne an...
Sep 30, 2020•19 min
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, homeowners have been ditching the dream of living in the city and moving to the suburbs - or even further afield. This week, we unpack the trend. First, we hear from Domain journalist Kate Burke who talks us through the insights from Domain’s Buyer Demand Indicator. Dan White, Ray White Group Managing Director, then joins us to talk about the growing appeal of tree and sea changes. Also in this episode, we celebrate Sustainable House Day 2020 with Jen...
Sep 23, 2020•22 min
With private property inspections banned in Melbourne until at least October 26, we’re unpacking the impact this is having on the sellers and buyers left in limbo. We hear first-hand from an affected seller and explore what help is available with Domain’s editorial director Adrian Lowe. Also in this week’s episode, we check-in with Domain prestige property editor Lucy Macken after the recent sale of a $95 million mansion in Sydney’s Point Piper. We then chat with The Block contestants Jimmy &...
Sep 16, 2020•22 min
Could the recent pandemic-induced downturn in property prices have a more lasting impact on housing affordability? Our first guest of the week Shane Oliver, AMP Capital’s chief economist and head of investment strategy, unpacks the theory that the economic impacts of the pandemic could be what finally makes purchasing a house more attainable in our capital cities. Then we take our attention overseas, exploring how property markets around the world, from Hong Kong to New Zealand, have fared post ...
Sep 09, 2020•20 min
Adult children are returning home to live with their parents in increasing numbers, particularly amid the economic impact of COVID-19. We speak with Billie Christofi, director of Melbourne finance and property investment group Reventon, about how boomerang children can find their financial footing again. We also check in on the Gold Coast property market with Domain national news editor Ellen Lutton. Local agents are reporting an increase in interstate buyers despite current border closures. 00:...
Sep 02, 2020•17 min
