Australian Property Podcast

Hot vs cold property markets: why timing isn’t the strategy you think


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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Amy Lunardi and Chris Bates unpack why not all property markets behave the same, and why trying to “time the market” often leads buyers astray. They explore the realities of hot and cold markets, who drives demand, and why preparation and process matter more than predictions.

Topics Covered
– Market basics and why hot and cold markets behave differently
– City versus regional markets and the role of demographics
– Hot markets, including auctions, multiple offers, emotional premiums, and why speed matters
– Cold markets, negotiation myths, days on market, and why waiting for the bottom can backfire
– Who drives demand, from first home buyers and downsizers to investors and owner-occupiers
– A Melbourne snapshot from the 2015–17 boom through to the 2025 recovery
– The key takeaway: focus on process, preparation, and discipline over predictions

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