Equity Mates Investing Podcast What Labor's win means for Australian Property - Sam Gordon | Australian Property Scout
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May 22, 2025 In this discussion, Sam Gordon, the Founder of Australian Property Scout and host of Scouting Australia, shares insights on the recent Australian election and its implications for the housing market. He delves into Labor's housing policies aimed at first-home buyers and the expected impact of interest rate cuts. Sam provides strategic advice for navigating potential market changes and highlights growth predictions for key areas in the Australian property landscape. His experience and intuition offer listeners a fresh perspective on investment opportunities in the sector.
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Government Policy Stimulates Housing Market
- Government intervention in property markets almost always stimulates demand and pushes prices higher.
- Both Labor and Liberal parties had strong housing stimulus policies, making the election result neutral for market direction.
Housing Supply Policy Challenges
- The Albanese government's commitment to build 100,000 homes for first-home buyers faces major execution challenges.
- Trade shortages and ongoing large infrastructure projects will limit the ability to deliver new housing rapidly.
Fundamentals Trump Policy in Property
- Market fundamentals of supply and demand remain the key drivers in property prices despite government policies.
- Programs to help first-time buyers mostly add demand, prolonging booms and boosting prices especially in affordable segments.