Australian Property Podcast Will robots build our future housing stock?
Nov 15, 2025
Explore the future of housing and whether our homes will be built by robots. Dive into a Grattan Institute report advocating for denser cities with more affordable options. Discover how consumer attitudes towards housing are shifting as price expectations soar. The hosts also unravel the impacts of AI on the job market and discuss the demand for multi-generational homes, alongside listener questions that spark engaging discussions. This episode unfolds a tapestry of real estate insights amidst evolving market dynamics.
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A Buyer Switched Strategy For Better Value
- Pete planned to buy in Melbourne but instead purchased on the Sunshine Coast due to good value and Olympics-driven investment.
- He cites ongoing undersupply and population growth as drivers of that decision.
Review Trust Lending Strategies Immediately
- Reassess complex lending strategies, especially trust lending, after recent bank policy changes.
- Ensure refinancing paths exist because policy shifts can leave investors stranded if lending dries up.
Tight Listings Trigger Sharp Local Rallies
- Low listings in mid-sized capitals like Perth and Brisbane amplify price rises when demand returns.
- Short supply plus renewed first-home buyer interest creates sharp localized price acceleration.