In today's show I tackle a question that's been looming large in many conversations – should we be fearful or greedy about entering the Australian property market right now?
With the property market showing signs of both opportunities and risks, it's a challenging landscape to navigate for both seasoned investors and newcomers.
These contradictory sentiments arise due to several key factors – market fluctuations, interest rate considerations, legislative changes, socio-economic conditions, and many more.
The balance between fear and greed can be a fine line to walk, and understanding the current property climate is vital in making informed decisions.
If you're a regular listener to the show you'll know I usually have guests on, but today it's going to be just me and you as I share my thoughts and help you interpret current market indicators, and spotting potential opportunities amidst the perceived chaos.
Whether you're an experienced investor, a first-time buyer, or merely an observer of the Australian property market, I hope to provide a balanced perspective and some useful insights that could guide your decision-making process.
Is it time for fear or greed?
Amongst the topics discussed today:
● I reflect on historical events like the 1993 recession and Black Monday of 1987
● Similarities between today’s market and the market 30 years ago
● What’s caused the rise in property values
o Why the same factors won’t work going forward
● Insights on homeownership and economic growth in Australia
o The wealth of the average Australian and where that wealth can be found
● Reasons not to be fearful or overly concerned
● Analysis of the property shortage and population growth
o How supply and demand is impacting property prices
● In-depth examination of the long-term growth of the Australian property market
● Discussion on the impact of urbanization, demographic changes, population growth, and wealth on the market
● The continuing rise in property value in our capital cities
● Reflection on trends in densification and community connection
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Some of our favorite quotes from the show:
“The current environment, today's environment, reminds me of those times 30 years ago.” – Michael Yardney
"We've passed the peak of inflation, but it's not going to get into that two or three percent band for some time.” – Michael Yardney
“I'm a long-term investor and I still see strong underlying fundamentals for our property markets.” –Michael Yardney
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