Australian Property Podcast

The discussion highlights the bullish property markets and the potential uplift from incoming rate cuts. There's an examination of regional housing, as buyers seek affordability outside major cities. The proposed foreign buyer ban by Dutton and its possible impacts stir debate about investment in real estate. Interestingly, Generation Z's evolving views on homeownership signal a shift in aspirations. Tune in for insights on market dynamics and the future of Australia's property landscape!

In this episode Pete and Chris discussed the latest inflation figures, and whether we’ll see lower interest rates…and if so, what does this mean for property in 2025?Topics covered today:1 – Wrap of the latest inflation figures2 – Airbnb impact on Australia’s rental market3 – Are high interest rates to blame for the rental crisis?Episode Resources:1 – Wrap of the latest inflation figures: RBA Set to Cut in February What Lower Inflation Means for Property Australian Q4 CPI - 02.24yy Inflation Q4 CPI 2024 - Westpac Economics 2 – Impact of Airbnb on Australia’s property markets: Australian Airbnb Markets to Invest Taking Stock: How Has 10 Years of Airbnb Changed Australia? 10 Goldmine Destinations for Airbnb Investors Not Us: Airbnb Hits Back 3 – Are high interest rates to blame for the rental crisis?Do Housing Investors Pass-through Changes in Their Interest Costs to Rents? | Bulletin – October 2024 | RBARask Resources Property Planning – Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property BuyersMortgage broking – Chris Bates from Flint GroupPodcast resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forumhttps://community.rask.com.au/homeDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, 7-time author Pete Wargent and Alcove mortgages founder Chris Bates are BACK!Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions!In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover:1 – Mortgage arrears are down, what about hardship provisions?2 – Trump takes the reins again3 – Aussie public sector jobs growth unsustainable Resources1 – Mortgage arrears are down, what about hardship provisions? 4 reasons mortgage arrears rates are down - Pete Wargent Blog Westpac says number of customers on hardship payments is falling - News.com.au CBA says customer focus responsible for solid results - Proactive Investors Inflation remains persistent, CBA announces 132,000 hardship payments - News.com.au 2 – Trump takes the reins again How to Prepare for Tariff Day - The Macro Compass Trump orders federal workers back to the office full-time - Reuters Trump hauls millions back to the office - Pete Wargent Blog Return to In-Person Work - The White House 3 – Aussie jobs growth unsustainable? Public sector is strangling economy to death - AFR More than half a million workers earn income from NDIS, Shorten says in parting shot at critics - SMH Australia's economy is unsustainable - MacroBusiness Podcast Resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forumDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, 7-time author Pete Wargent and Alcove mortgages founder Chris Bates are BACK!Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions!In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover:1 – Latest polling for 2025 election Article 1 Article 2 Article 3 2 – Aussie dollar hovering around post-GFC lows Article 1 Article 2 Article 3 3 – What will happen to listings in the new year?Article 1Other news and resources of interest: Bond sell-off. US unemployment rate falls to 4.1% Household spending a bit slower, despite Black Friday Job vacancies hold the line Building approvals hold the line JP Morgan ends remote work for 316,000 workers Podcast resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forum DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it, property AND shares? Property OR shares? Or ALL property and NO shares?Marc Jocum of Global X ETFs Australia joins Owen Rask in this Australian Investors Podcast episode to explain 7 reasons why property investing in Australia could be better than shares and ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds).But wait, there's more!This Property Versus Shares episode is part 3/3 and follows a super-popular episode.Part 2/3: 10 reasons why shares and ETFs are better than property (in retirement): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Gmi7exrScQPart 1/3: How to use shares and ETFs for passive income:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YniljKAXnqY&t=0s7 Reasons to invest in property1. Leverage, unlike any other2. Familiarity, leading to less bias3. Tax benefits, negative gearing anyone?4. Supply & demand imbalances = more scarcity with assets5. Inflation hedge, as build costs and rents adjust to inflation6. Optionality, within the property and across your wealth7. Government support, get the conspiracy pitchforks ready!Resources:Global X website (all funds): https://bit.ly/gx-funds~~ Resources you'll love ~~Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notesInvest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-investMortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/broke-raskFinancial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-planProperty Coaching: https://bit.ly/R-P-coach100-point property checklist (PDF): https://bit.ly/prop-checkAccounting with Grey Space: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSBusiness Coaching: https://bit.ly/o-coachAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Pete and Chris discussed their 2025 outlook for business and property.In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, 7-time author Pete Wargent and Alcove mortgages founder Chris Bates are BACK!Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions!In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover:1 – Birth rate hits record low. What comes next for population growth?2 – Major developer sinks into administration. Supply shortages ahead!3 – Inflation to fall in the December quarterResources for this episode1 – Birth rate falls to record low and the 2024 Population StatementAustralia's birth rate hits record low – here's why it matters to you2024 Population StatementPopulation statement and future trendsUnis expect near-record foreign student numbers despite policy chaosAustralia's Indian summer2 – Major developer sinks into administrationHighrise apartment developer Bensons Property Group placed in voluntary administrationMajor Australian property group Bensons Property Group goes into voluntary administrationMajor developer Bensons Property Group in voluntary administrationBensons Property Group's voluntary administration leaves uncertain future for Elias Jreissati's Chevron One penthouse3 – Inflation to fall to 0.2%?NABNAB Economy WatchWestpacMonthly CPI Indicator – NovemberNovember Monthly CPI PreviewQ4 inflation to fall to 0.2pc?Rask Resources Property Planning – Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property BuyersMortgage broking – Chris Bates from Flint GroupPodcast resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forumhttps://community.rask.com.au/homeDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics covered today:1 – Turn yourself into a property pro Went to a live event, Modern Wisdom with Chris Williamson. While it mostly targets creatives and artists, some of the messaging hit home. Property investment is a business, in effect, and you should aim to treat it accordingly. Different personality types. But, should still take a professional approach to mapping out your investment strategy for the decade ahead at least. What does this mean in practice: A 10-year property plan with balance sheet and P&L  Some of my most successful clients over the past decade have included those who take massive action, and those who are really across their strategy and the cashflows etc. 2 – Book and call with a broker or lending professional Property is a game of finance with houses in the middle. We’ve been through a very unusual period for lending. Interest rates fell to unprecedented lows and have now rebounded to contractionary settings. Many borrowers are paying more than they need to as banks aim to claw back returns. Lending assessment buffers are tight but this doesn’t always apply to refinancing. Think a decade ahead and get buffers/offsets in place. Need to have a strategy which makes you unbreakable. 3 – Think in decade chunks Media commentary is now daily, focus is on clicks.  But a full property cycle might take 7 to 10 years to play through. What happens over the course of a week probably has very little bearing on the prospects for a property investment over a decade time horizon. Our key investing years might be, for most people, between the ages of 25 and 65, so about 3 or decades.  Could be 4 to 6 full property cycles, if not more if you invest in different cities, states, or countries.  If you aim to invest for 20, 30, 40 years or longer, then there will be summer and winter seasons. High and low interest inflation, high and low interest rates, undersupply and overbuilding, high and low vacancy rates.  So you need to think about long-term fundamentals.  4 – WrapIt’s an interesting time for property investment. In 2025 we will have high population growth, a chronic housing shortage and falling interest rates. All good fundamentals for property. Yet, as with every decade, there will be those who succeed and those who fail to progress as they hoped. The best way to ensure you’re in the former group and not the latter is by taking a more professional approach to your investing to managing risk, and take a sensible approach for the decade ahead, with the appropriate buffers in place.Episode resourcesPete: Read Turning Pro bookModern Wisdom podcastRask ResourcesProperty Planning – Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property BuyersMortgage broking – Chris Bates from Flint GroupPodcast resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forumhttps://community.rask.com.au/homeDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics covered today:In this episode Pete and Chris discussed their 2024 highlightsSome of the major trends we observed in the Aussie property market in 2024 included: Perth and Adelaide have boomed, and Brisbane listings were so low all year.How did interest rate movements impact the market throughout the year? Not as much as we thought. It was a complex web of trends, overall, and not as simple as people thought at the beginning of the year.1. What Pete and Chris learned in 2024, and some challenges faced by the property marketA key lesson for us – don’t get too stuck on Level 1 thinking. It’s a complicated market sometimesThe most significant challenges the property market faced last year: Construction costs were very high, and developer insolvencies hit 3,000. Housing supply struggled all year.2. 2025 outlook and insights from Pete and ChrisLooking forward to 2025, our main predictions for the Australian property market: Slower price growth, but solid performance, overall.Melbourne is set to rebound due to relative affordability versus other capital cities.How we see the interest rate environment evolving, and how this will impact the market: Interest rates to fall to around 3.5%, APRA change to ease lending assessment buffers, and more bank competition for customers. This should boost buyer activity into an undersupplied market.Particular areas or regions in Australia that might offer the best investment opportunities in 2025: Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Central Coast, and Sunshine Coast.Key trends to shape 2025: Election year could see some changes to population policy, and property market policy. Superannuation for housing (Coalition) and Build to Rent (Labor). Slower population growth overall, as visa issuance for international students slows down.3. Our advice for homebuyers and investors in 2025Risks we believe homebuyers and investors should be cautious of in 2025: Construction and off the plan risks. Keep a buffer in case interest rates don’t fall.4. Closing reflections from Pete and ChrisSumming up in 2024: Resilience! An interesting year of lessons. Intergenerational wealth and a struggle for developers. A complex market.Other advice for listeners as they plan their property investment strategies for the coming year:Get a property plan done!Episode resources:Pete: Read Turning Pro bookModern Wisdom podcastChris: Manage technology addiction better, and draw more defined boundaries between work and leisure.Rask Resources:Property Planning – Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property BuyersMortgage broking – Chris Bates from Flint GroupPodcast resources Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core 🌏 – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Rask community forumhttps://community.rask.com.au/homeDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Rask's 2024 Year in Review. This episode features snippets from an Olympian, Therapist, CEO, Influencers, Authors, Founders and more!Episodes to watch next (in order of first appearance in the Review):John Addis, leukaemia and dealing with uncertainty: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/10/07/john-addis-book-how-not-to-lose-1-million/Grant Hackett, bad times don’t last forever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLoIKV68-hwMarie Verkakis (to be released), therapist: https://youtu.be/f6EH6yHzzesDave Gow, early retirement & looking inward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjoGibsgPG0Tim Duggan, working less: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzk7toGCycQ Brian Hartzer, coaching kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaFC9Pp2DPMQiao Ma (to be released), Lehman lessons & killer companies: https://youtu.be/xh2D5FAR1mAAngus Donohoo, Crypto Gandi: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/10/02/angus-donohoo-dating-apps/Joe Aston, journalist & power abuse: https://youtu.be/Vu6FFGcsUBUPhil Lowe, former RBA governor: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/11/27/phil-lowe-caroline-gurney-investing-on-purpose/Paul Clitheroe, bullish on Australia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AikPhtqJf48Alec Rehehan, questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mmCDdqV_xUMike Kemp, market history: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-actually-grow-wealthy-ft-mike-kemp-live-replay/id1414707038?i=1000646198287Todd Barlow, portfolio management: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/09/18/washington-h-soul-pattinson-co-ltd-asxsol-invest-ceo-todd-barlow/~~ Rask Resources ~~All services: https://bit.ly/R-servicesFinancial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, 7-time author Pete Wargent and Flint Group founder Chris Bates are BACK!Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions!In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover:1 – Getting behind the curve2 – Aus per capita recession continues for a 7th quarter3 - Top property hotspots and trends for 2025Episode resourcesRask community forumhttps://community.rask.com.au/home1 – Getting behind the curveCanada's Unemployment Rate Rises to 6.8%Canada Unemployment Rate Rises to 6.8% in November vs 6.6% ExpectedBank of Canada Interest Rate Update Expectations2 – Aussie per capita recession continuesPrivate Sector Limps into RecessionRecession Crashes Down on Australian Households3 – Where are some of the property best buys for 2025?Ray White Property Trends and hotspots for 2025Ray White 2025 Property Outlook Report~~ Resources you'll love ~~Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-investMortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/broke-raskFinancial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-planProperty Coaching: https://bit.ly/R-P-coach100-point property checklist (PDF): https://bit.ly/prop-checkAccounting with Grey Space: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSBusiness Coaching: https://bit.ly/o-coachAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices