Brisbane Property Podcast

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Brisbane Property Podcast episodes

October 15EP 310 Brisbane Property Market Update October 2026
Brisbane property values fell 1.5% in September, recording the largest monthly decline of any Australian capital city. With rising interest rates, weakening buyer confidence and longer selling times, is Brisbane heading towards a market crash or simply adjusting to changing conditions?
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest market data and share what they're seeing on the ground.
In this episode, we discuss:
Brisbane's 1.5% monthly decline and what it means for property values.
How rising interest rates are impacting buyer confidence.
Why sales volumes have fallen 27.2% and properties are taking longer to sell.
Increasing listings and the growing gap between buyer and seller expectations.
Emerging negotiation opportunities for buyers.
The latest house and unit market performance.
Changing investor sentiment and Brisbane's tight rental market.
Why housing shortages and long-term fundamentals still matter.
Whether you're buying, selling or investing, this episode provides valuable insights into Brisbane's changing property market and what may lie ahead.

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34 min
September 30EP 309 Property Investing Isn’t Dead But It’s Changed
Property investing has changed, but opportunities still exist.
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison discuss how investors are adapting to the current market and why long-term fundamentals remain so important.
They cover:
Why investors need to look beyond tax deductions
• Opportunities in a softer Brisbane market
• The importance of location, scarcity and owner-occupier appeal
• How renovations and the right structure can improve an investment
• Their latest Brisbane purchase and short-term accommodation strategy
They also share why they’re continuing to invest despite changing market conditions.

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35 min
September 16EP 308 Brisbane Property Market Update August 2026
Brisbane’s property market softened further in August, with consecutive months of negative growth confirming a broader slowdown.
In this episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest data and share what the Streamline Property Buyers team is seeing on the ground.
We discuss:
Brisbane dwelling values falling 1% in August
The impact of Federal Budget changes on buyer and investor activity
Rising listings, longer days on market and lower sales volumes
The shift from buyer FOMO to a “fear of overpaying”
How Brisbane houses, units and different suburbs are performing
Brisbane’s tight rental market
Where opportunities may exist for buyers
While the market has lost momentum, performance remains highly property-specific. Quality homes in desirable locations are still attracting strong demand, while buyers now have more choice, more time for due diligence and greater negotiating power.

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29 min
September 03EP 307 Smaller Blocks, Bigger Questions
Brisbane City Council has adopted new planning changes that could reshape parts of the city, including smaller lot sizes, increased building heights and greater housing density in selected Low to Medium Density Residential areas.
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda unpack what these changes mean for buyers, investors and existing property owners, and why zoning alone does not guarantee development potential.
In this episode, we discuss:
Where 120sqm lots may now be possible
How increased density could affect existing homeowners
The opportunities for investors and developers
Why site access, slope, frontage and services matter
How construction costs can impact feasibility
What buyers should investigate before assuming a property has development upside
Whether you’re buying, investing, developing or already own property in an affected area, understanding how your neighbourhood could change is an important part of property due diligence.

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35 min
August 19EP 306 Brisbane Property Market Update July 2026
Brisbane property values moved into negative growth territory in July 2026, but what does that really mean for buyers?
In this month’s market update, Scott and Melinda unpack the latest data and what they’re seeing on the ground, including softer buyer confidence, longer days on market and emerging opportunities.
In this episode, we discuss:
Brisbane’s move into negative growth
Why median values don’t tell the full story
Changing buyer and seller expectations
Longer days on market and lower auction clearance rates
House and unit performance
Brisbane’s tight rental market
The long-term fundamentals supporting Brisbane
For buyers, softer conditions may mean more choice, more time for due diligence and greater opportunity to negotiate.

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39 min
August 06EP 305 The Budget Loophole Brisbane Home Owners Missed
Could your family home help build future wealth?
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda discuss whether retaining your current home, converting it into an investment property and purchasing your next home could be a suitable strategy.
They cover:
What to assess before selling or retaining your home
How rental income, holding costs and maintenance affect cash flow
Why loan structure and tax deductibility matter
The role of your accountant, mortgage broker, property manager and property investment adviser
Capital gains tax and valuation considerations
When selling may be the better option
The right approach will depend on your property, finances and future plans. This episode will help you understand the questions to ask before making your next move.
This episode contains general information only and is not financial, taxation, lending or investment advice. Seek advice from appropriately qualified professionals.

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32 min
July 23EP 304 - Warning: Don’t Buy New Property for Tax Benefits
Tax benefits, depreciation and government incentives can make brand-new property look appealing, but should they be the reason you choose one investment over another?
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda examine the difference between buying new property for tax benefits and selecting an asset for long-term growth.
They discuss:
The hidden taxes, regulatory costs and infrastructure charges built into new property prices
How land value, scarcity and owner-occupier demand influence long-term growth
The risks of buying in areas with large volumes of similar housing stock
What a 25-year comparison between North Lakes and Geebung revealed
Why even a small difference in annual growth can have a major effect on long-term wealth
The questions investors should ask before purchasing a new build
This episode is not a warning against every new property. It is a warning against allowing tax policy, incentives or marketing to choose the property for you.
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37 min
July 09EP 303 Brisbane Property Market Update - June 2026
Brisbane’s property market is shifting, but not in the way the headlines might have you believe.
In this Brisbane Property Podcast market update, you will learn what is really happening across the Brisbane property market, as Scott and Melinda report remotely from Nazaré, Portugal while staying closely connected to activity back home.
In this episode, they cover:
Why buyer sentiment has softened across parts of the Brisbane market
How recent federal budget changes are impacting investor confidence
What the latest dwelling, house and unit value data is showing
Why Brisbane is performing differently to some other capital city markets
How listing volumes, days on market and auction clearance rates are changing
Why conditions are not the same across every suburb, price point or property type
What the current market means for home buyers, first home buyers and investors
Why well-prepared buyers may have an advantage while others remain hesitant
With so much uncertainty in the headlines, this episode brings the conversation back to the facts, the data and the on-the-ground observations across Brisbane. For anyone looking to buy a home or invest in the current market, Scott and Melinda share a calm, practical and evidence-based update on what is happening now, and why Brisbane’s long-term fundamentals continue to matter.
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27 min
June 24EP 302 Brisbane's Listing trends that Buyers Can't Ignore
In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott look beyond the headline Brisbane market data to examine what is happening at a suburb level.
While Brisbane remains undersupplied overall, buyer conditions are starting to vary depending on location, property type and buyer demand. Some suburbs are seeing more fresh listings come to market, while others are tightening further, making it harder for buyers to find suitable opportunities.
In this episode, we cover:
The difference between new listings and total listings, and why both matter.
Why Brisbane is still undersupplied compared with long-term averages.
The suburbs where buyers are starting to see more choice.
The areas where listing volumes have tightened further.
Why more listings do not automatically mean bargain buying opportunities.
How seller motivation, buyer demand and days on market can influence outcomes.
Why suburb-level analysis matters more than relying on broad Brisbane market headlines.
The importance of combining data with local, on-the-ground insight before making property decisions.
For buyers and investors, this episode is a timely reminder that Brisbane is not one single property market. Understanding what is happening at a local level can help you make more confident decisions and avoid costly assumptions.
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32 min
June 10EP 301 Brisbane Property Market Update - May 2026
Brisbane’s property market continued to show resilience through May, but the feel of the market has shifted. In this episode, Melinda and Scott unpack what is changing on the ground, why some buyers are taking a more cautious approach, and why Brisbane continues to behave differently from other major capital city markets.
They discuss:
The impact of Federal Budget uncertainty on buyer confidence
Why some investors are pausing or reassessing their next steps
Why first home buyers may have a window of opportunity
The continued strength of Brisbane’s unit market
What tight rental conditions may mean for tenants and investors
Why national property headlines do not always reflect the Brisbane market
The importance of understanding local suburb and property-level differences
Why asset quality, location, and long-term fundamentals still matter
With changing conditions, ongoing uncertainty, and strong underlying demand, this episode is a timely reminder that successful property decisions are rarely made by reacting to headlines alone.
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29 min

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