Navigating Today’s Property Market with Terry Ryder

In this episode, Terry Ryder—Australia’s leading property analyst and founder of Hotspotting—joins host Adam Horth of Smartre Training to unpack the true state of the Australian real estate market.

Drawing on decades of research and market-watching, Terry delivers a clear-eyed analysis of property trends and growth prospects across the country, breaking it down state by state. From regional hotspots to shifting buyer behaviour, this conversation sheds light on what’s shaping the market right now—and what smart investors need to watch next.

Terry also shares what it really means to be a property investor in today’s climate. From rising interest rates and tight supply, to the strategies that still work despite the noise, this episode is packed with practical insights for those serious about long-term success in real estate.

Plus, don’t miss Terry’s top book recommendations for investors and business builders alike:

• Built to Sell by John Warrillow

• The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

• The Road Less Stupid by Keith J. Cunningham

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Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode offers the clarity and direction you need to navigate the property market with confidence.

Tune in and make your next move a smart one.

Think Sydney and Melbourne lead the property market? Think again.

In this episode, we reveal the surprising frontrunners from the Winter edition of The Price Predictor Index — and it’s the smaller capitals and regional markets stealing the spotlight.

📍 Darwin tops the list as Australia's hottest market 📈 Hobart is making a powerful comeback 🏡 Regional South Australia and Regional Victoria are quietly outperforming 📉 Meanwhile, Sydney is now the weakest market nationwide

We dig into why these shifts are happening, what’s driving demand in unexpected places, and where the next price growth could emerge.

If you're an investor, buyer, or just watching the market, this episode gives you early insight into what’s next — before the headlines catch on.

👉 Tune in to discover the markets flying under the radar (for now).

What’s really happening in Australia’s property markets?

In this episode, we break down the new Winter edition of the Price Predictor Index — and the results are anything but expected.

🏆 Darwin has skyrocketed to become the hottest market in the country, with sales activity going ballistic. 📈 Hobart is making a strong comeback after a quiet spell. 📉 And Sydney? It's the only capital we’ve labelled a Loser this quarter.

We reveal the cities and regions where buyer demand is surging — and where it's slipping — plus the Top 50 Supercharged Suburbs that are primed for growth.

If you're a property investor, professional, or just property-curious, this episode is packed with forward-looking insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

👉 Tune in to find out where the next boom could be brewing.

Why Moving House Costs More Than You Think

Thinking of moving home? It’s not just about finding the right property anymore — the real hurdle is the staggering cost of moving.

In cities like Sydney and Melbourne, transaction costs for selling, buying, and relocating now average over $100,000.

For many, this financial burden is a major reason they stay put, even when their current home no longer suits their needs.

The biggest single cost? Stamp duty — a tax often called the silent killer of housing mobility.

Why is this outdated tax still strangling the market, and how could reform unlock hundreds of thousands of homes across Australia?

Join us as we explore the hidden costs, the impact on families and the economy, and why political leadership is urgently needed to break this costly cycle.

Affordable Housing: The Great Political Mirage

Politicians love to promise “affordable housing” — but where are the numbers?

Behind the headlines and media events, affordable homes remain an elusive dream, buried under soaring land prices, construction costs, and government taxes.

From Brisbane’s zoning reforms to Sydney’s grand plans, we unpack why these announcements often fall short of reality.

Why is genuine affordability missing from the conversation?

And what’s really stopping new homes from becoming truly affordable?

Tune in as we cut through the spin and reveal the hard truths about Australia’s housing crisis.

Is Australia really heading into the “grandaddy of all property booms” just because of a couple of interest rate cuts? If you believe the headlines, that’s exactly what’s happening. But here’s the problem: those headlines are mostly rubbish.

In this episode, we cut through the media hype and take a hard look at what’s really driving property prices – and it’s not interest rates. From shallow journalism to economist echo chambers, we expose the flawed logic behind the property boom narrative and explain why it doesn’t stack up against real data or historical precedent.

Join us as we unpack the truth about housing supply, buyer demand, and the political dysfunction fuelling affordability woes. If you’re buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of the chaos, this episode is your reality check.

Forget the hype. Get the facts.

How does someone go from trading commodities in New York City to selling some of Melbourne’s most luxurious homes? In this episode of The Property Playbook, host Tim Graham sits down with Nicholas Brooks, Director of Marshall White Stonnington, to explore his unique journey into real estate and what it takes to thrive in the top end of Melbourne’s property market.

🔑 What you'll learn in this episode:

Nick’s transition from finance in New York to high-end real estate in Melbourne

What makes Stonnington one of Melbourne’s most desirable property regions 

The current trends in Melbourne’s luxury property market

Why premium marketing matters when selling high-end homes

How unit markets are making a comeback—and why savvy buyers are taking notice

Key advice for sellers looking to achieve top dollar in today’s market 

💬 Notable Quotes:

“You can’t be everything to everyone. Work out your speciality, just like you would with a doctor. People want the expert.”

“When you only get one shot to make a property shine, marketing is everything.”

If you're fascinated by luxury real estate, curious about Melbourne’s property market, or want tips on standing out as a seller, this episode is for you. 

You can connect with Nick by visiting:

https://www.marshallwhite.com.au/agent/nicholas-brooks

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👉 Brought to you by Hotspotting.com.au

Australia is one of the most urbanised nations on earth, but how is its population growth reshaping the map?

New data from .id reveals surprising trends across the country’s fifty largest cities and towns. Some regional centres are surging ahead while others are slipping behind. The Sunshine Coast has quietly become the fastest growing city in the nation, just ahead of Perth. Geelong, Ballarat and Hervey Bay are rising fast, while places like Whyalla tell a very different story.

Melbourne has overtaken Sydney again, and a small but booming area in Lake Macquarie has broken into the top fifty for the first time.

What do these population shifts reveal about the future of Australia’s property market?

And which cities could be the next major investment hotspots?

What do some of the highest rental yields in Australia have in common with some of the biggest property busts?

In this episode, we explore the darker side of high yield towns and why some locations that promise strong returns can become financial traps. From Moranbah to Port Hedland, the history of boom and bust in resource-driven towns is littered with painful lessons.

Why are some towns offering yields above 12 percent while their property values plummet?

What really lies beneath the glossy headlines and impressive statistics?

And why are so many of these markets cheap for a reason?

This episode unpacks the data and the real stories behind twenty towns investors should think twice about.

Why does it now cost nearly a million dollars to build a basic home in Australia?

The latest NAB Residential Property Survey reveals some uncomfortable truths. Construction costs are soaring, government taxes and delays are adding layers of expense, and productivity in the building sector has fallen dramatically over the past 30 years.

Yet investors are still being blamed for rising prices, even though they make up just a quarter of buyers. So what is really driving the housing crisis?

If you want to understand the forces shaping property prices, affordability and supply across the country, and what the media is not telling you, listen to this episode today.