Rental affordability is at its worst level in 17 years with renters across the country struggling to put a roof over their head. We sit down with Paul Ryan, Senior Economist at PropTrack and co-author of the 2024 Rental Affordability Report, as well as Blake Mariner, Head of New Business at Highland, to dissect just how bad things are and why this is a national epidemic that cannot be ignored.
Energy efficiency in the home is more than just about saving money - and Aussies are starting to clue on. realestate.com.au and Origin Energy, together, have explored what both homeowners and renters are looking for when it comes to making their homes more cost effective - but is money all they care about? We speak with Eleanor Creagh, Senior Economist at PropTrack, and Catherine Anderson, General Manager of Marketing at Origin to find out.
Is there a generation that's had it tougher than Gen Z when it comes to buying property? We speak with Anthony Waldron, CEO of Mortgage Choice, and Eleanor Creagh, Senior Economist at PropTrack to explore just how far behind they are when it comes to getting in the market, what they can do about it, and whether they'll ever be able to accumulate the same wealth as their elders.
Where to spend and where to save is the age old question when it comes to home upgrades. We speak with Gail Richardson, Principal at Key 2 Sale and Angelo Bouras from Richardson & Wrench about exactly where provides the most value in a home, so you don't throw money down the drain.
What's holding boomers back from selling their bigger family homes and right-sizing for their current life stage? We talk to Cameron Kusher, Director of Economic Research at PropTrack, and Von Slater, Executive General Manager at Ingenia, on the state of housing market for this generation, what they want, and what the future holds.
Is this the year buyers finally reign supreme? Will they have their pick of the bunch, as opposed to the buyer desperation we've seen in previous years? Alice Piper speaks with Thomas McGylnn, CEO of BresicWhitney, Chloe Quinn, Senior Sales Consultant from Jellis Craig and Nathan Casserly, Managing Director of Ouwens Casserly Real Estate about their thoughts on what 2024 holds for those looking to buy.
Is property investment all it cracks up to be? How do you even get started? And is it worth it in the long run? We chat with Luke Camilleri from Mortgage Choice, as well as the property mogul himself, Eddie Dilleen, about how he got to 30 properties before the age of 30 and his tips for the everyday Aussie to do the same.
Property prices are getting out of control, with many suburbs nation wide averaging more than $1M in median price - but how, and why? What gets a suburb into the million dollar club? Alice Piper chats with Anne Flaherty, Economist at PropTrack and Danielle Utley from RealMark in WA about the factors that go into big price tags, and how to know if a suburb is on the rise. Check out the list here ....
Housing has never been less affordable - which means saving for a property has never been harder especially when also paying rent. Cameron Kusher, the Director of Economic Research at PropTrack and James Algar from Mortgage Choice talk about the creative ways people are getting into the property market, and how renters can stop themselves from falling behind while others are surging ahead.
Australia is brimming with luxurious beachside suburbs - but just which ones are most in demand, and how much does it really cost to live the coastal dream? We chat with Angus Moore, Senior Economist at PropTrack, and Michael Kollosche, the Director of Kollosche Property about where the competition lies what it will take to snag your patch of paradise.
Will 2024 be another unpredictable year in property? What can we expect from interest rates, stock levels, construction, affordability, and the rental market? We chat with Cameron Kusher, the Director of Economic Research, and Economist Anne Flaherty, both from PropTrack to get their predictions for the 2024 property market.
Interest rates, price growth, rental demand and low stock levels reigned supreme in the 2023 property market - we chat with John Healy, Head of Content at REA Group and Cameron Kusher, Director of Economic Research at PropTrack to deep dive into exactly what the market looked like and the long term effects it could have on property moving forward.
If there's two things that we love - it's luxury property and celebrities. We chat with Stephen Nicholls, Prestige Property Editor at Newscorp, and Tracey Dixon, Director & Partner at McGrath Realestate, about who made the biggest moves in 2023, the process behind an ultra-luxury sale, and the privacy implications of dealing with a household name.
What is the state of Artificial Intelligence in the current buy/sell journey? And where to in the future? We chat with Melina Cruickshank, Chief Product & Audience Officer at REA Group, and Mark McLeod, Chief Strategy Officer at Ray White, about how AI is currently being used and where we see it assisting the property industry in the future.
What happens when new money comes to an old suburb? Chatting with Cameron Kusher, Director of Economic Research at PropTrack and Michelle Stephens from O'Brien Realestate, we explore the impacts of gentrification on suburbs - from pushing out existing residents to driving up property prices.
Property scams have risen 25% from 2021-2022 with losses up 186% to $1.8 million, with fraudsters targeting everyone from first home buyers to seasoned investors. We chat with Aaron Wischusen, Senior Product Manager at realestate.com.au who has his finger on the pulse of property security issues, and Kristen Porter, Founder & Legal Strategist at The Real Estate Agents’ Lawyer about what consumers can do to protect themselves from being scammed out of their hard-earned money.
Australia's major cities have one of the lowest density rates in the world - so then why are we so opposed to increasing the amount of housing? We chat with Jason Flanders, QLD's Development Director at Frasers Property and Hazel Easthope, Deputy Director of the City Futures Research Centre at UNSW about why Aussies struggle with high density living, and the positive implications it could have on our housing market.
Have Melbourne and Sydney lost their status? Are Brisbane and Perth Australia's new boom cities? We chat with PropTrack Senior Economist Eleanor Creagh and Brendan Whipps, Harcourt Solutions Managing Director about which cities and regions are set for a population boom, and potential price hike.
How different would the future of Australian property look if renters could lock in a lease for 5, 10, or even 20 years? What would it mean for landlords? Vacancy rates? Lifestyles? We speak with Christian Grahame, Head of Home, and Jarrod Scott, General Manager of Product at REA to discuss overseas rental markets, how they work, and what Australia can learn.
We've been told that Spring is always the best time to sell your home - but is it? Do selling cycles still exist, and do we even care? We speak with Hannah Richards from Buxton Realestate and PropTrack Senior Economist Eleanor Creagh to see whether Aussies still abide by 'selling seasons', or if the Covid pandemic has forever changed the way Aussies buy and sell property.
The 'emotional tax' is a levvy people often place on their own homes due to what it means to them - which leaves them upset and confused when it's valued at a lower price. Along with Carla Fetter, Director at Jellis Craig, and Chris Reeves, Head of Consumer Marketing at realestate.com.au, we discuss why sellers might need a reality check before going to market, as well as how to get an idea of what your home is worth without getting a formal appraisal.
Stamp duty is a controversial topic - not helped by the lack of Federal guidance around this divisive tax. With the help of Director and COO of BresicWhitney, Will Gosse, and PropTrack Senior Economist, Angus Moore, we examine the pros and cons of stamp duty and how it plays a part in property transacting - and what it could look like moving forward.
Selling your home off-market can leave more than $60,000 on the table - we speak with Matthew Everingham of Richard Matthews Real Estate and PropTrack Senior Economist, Paul Ryan, about why off-market sales are risky business as well as the financial gains that can be made by listing your property online.
Finding a home that ticks all the boxes is tough, especially as our wants and needs have shifted so drastically post-pandemic. In this episode, we speak with Sophie Whittakers, General Manager at Austin Maynard Architects and PropTrack Economist Anne Flaherty about what buyers are looking for in a home, and how we can make our existing homes more adaptable for years to come.
Buying a house now is tougher than decades ago - but is it too tough? We examine what 'affordability' really means when it comes to buying houses and who can actually afford to do so in the current climate. And more importantly, what Australia's future looks like in terms of accessibility. With special guest Angus Moore, Senior PropTrack Economist, and Dean Mackie CEO of DiJones real estate agencies.
Our PM grew up in public housing and has made big promises about building more homes but, so far, the government’s efforts have stalled - we look at just how big the issue of under supply of social housing is set to become in just a few years - and what we can do about it. Guests include Anne Flaherty PropTrack Economist and Roberta Buchanan from Melbourne based charity Launch Housing. Find out more about Launch Housing and Melbourne Zero initiative....
What does sustainability really mean for those on the average wage? Is it more about making homes cheaper to live in? What are some of the newer ways of making homes more comfortable and efficient? We look into how sustainability can save the planet, and our wallets with experts Phillip Oldfield and Anthony Lillis.
There is an estimated 12 million spare bedrooms sitting vacant across Australia. Is this part of the solution to the current housing crisis? Philip Lowe seems to think so... We go into the practicalities of opening your home up to strangers and whether those who need the income are the ones in a position to do so. Guests include senior PropTrack economist Paul Ryan and Community Manager of Flatmates.com.au Claudia Conley
How does Australia's love of their furry friends affect the way they buy/sell/rent and build? And how does it affect how much they're willing to spend? We look at the trends and data, chatting to Mark Di Giulio from Barry Plant and an realestate.com.au industry expert Sam Noakes around what pet lovers want, what they should look for and what they should know about the laws around pet ownership.
Property investors are often painted as greedy landlords who love raising rents. We debunk myths around property investment and discuss the issues they are facing in the market now. Guests include Bryce Holdaway from Empower Wealth and The Property Couch podcast and senior PropTrack economist Paul Ryan.
