Perth Property Insider Podcast

I’ve been wondering what is being done to increase the land supply and help to make housing more affordable in Perth, while at the same time pondering how it will affect established suburbs and prices.

Today, I cover what’s coming for Perth’s housing market and why more supply won’t kill quality property. Even with major land releases, well-located homes with land, lifestyle, and amenities will always win. The real risk is owning stock with no edge when new estates arrive.

I look at what is coming North, South and South East of Perth and the likely timeframes and impacts. 

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Research on Housing Supply and Demand [01:38]
3. East Wanneroo Land Release [05:56]
4. Infrastructure and Amenities in East Wanneroo [08:41]
5. Impact on Surrounding Suburbs [10:15]
6. Perth's Far Northern Coastal Corridor [12:28]
7. Infrastructure and Development in Yanchep [18:44]
8. Carnup Land Release [24:06]
9. Impact on Existing Suburbs and Strategic Angle [28:26]
10.  Byford Rail Extension [30:31]
11.  Impact on Adjacent Areas and Property Values [39:50]

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This episode kicks off the year with a reality check on Perth property, what truly happened in 2025, and what smart investors should be watching closely in 2026.

I unpack why the market behaved the way it did, not just the headlines. Prices rose, rents stayed tight, incentives ramped up, and interest rates finally shifted direction, triggering one of the biggest psychological changes we’ve seen in years. How first home buyer policies pulled demand forward, why units outperformed houses, and what the latest data really means for investors, homeowners, and first home buyers.

From market fundamentals to supply constraints, yields, vacancy rates, land availability, APRA lending caps, interest rate risks, and three possible scenarios for 2026. I walk through what matters, what doesn’t, and where strategy becomes your edge. If you want to invest smarter in Perth property, this is the episode to catch up on.

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Forward to 2026 [01:33]
3. Impact of State and Federal Elections on Perth Property [02:16]
4. Price and Rent Changes in 2025 [08:29]
5. Forecasts and Predictions for 2026 [13:55]
6. Risk Factors and Policy Changes for 2026 [17:28]
7. Conclusion and Strategic Planning for 2026 [23:58]

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Today, this throwback episode revisits key Perth property conversations around school catchments, public versus private education, and how these choices affect borrowing power, affordability, and long-term property growth.

It also revisits Perth crime data, breaking down how crime rates influence capital growth, rental yields, tenant demand, and risk across different suburbs and market cycles.

The episode rounds out with a comparison of long-term outperformers and undervalued suburbs, highlighting where quality locations win and where mispriced areas may offer opportunity across the Perth property market.

For Full Episodes of Deep Dive Mash-ups:

• Perth’s Top 10 Public High Schools: Smart Choice for Kids & Capital?: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-242-perths-top-10-public-high-schools-smart-choice-for-kids-capital/
• Does High Crime Rates Effect Price Growth? Perth’s Top 6 Crime Suburbs Examined: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-244-does-high-crime-rates-effect-price-growth-perths-top-6-crime-suburbs-examined/
• Are the Worst Performers Due for a Comeback? https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-256-are-the-worst-performers-due-for-a-comeback/

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Perth’s Top 10 Public High Schools: Smart Choice for Kids & Capital? [02:46]
3. High Crime Rates Affect Price Growth? Perth’s Top 6 Crime Suburbs Examined [08:41]
4. Are the Worst Performers Due for a Comeback? [18:27]

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Today, in this throwback episode of Perth Property Insider brings together four major X factors shaping Perth property: AUKUS, Gentrification, Perth Airport City, and Train Station Upzoning. These are long-term structural shifts, not short-term trends. Which one moves the needle the most?

How do AUKUS and gentrification change demand? Defence investment is driving jobs and housing pressure in Perth’s south, while higher-income buyers and new amenities are renewing inner-ring suburbs. Are you positioned early or reacting late?

What happens when infrastructure meets planning reform? Perth Airport’s $5 billion expansion and state-led train station upzoning are creating new growth corridors and land value uplift. Where does the next opportunity sit?

Let’s go inside

For full X-Factor episodes which are included in this mashup see:

• AUKUS: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-253-aukus-in-perth-10-year-economic-and-property-outlook/
• Gentrification: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-254-from-forgotten-to-flourishing-perths-top-5-gentrifying-suburbs-revealed/
• Perth Airport City: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-255-perths-airport-city-how-a-5-billion-expansion-could-reshape-was-economy-and-property-market/
• Train Station Upzoning: https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-263-upzoned-how-perths-train-station-reforms-will-rewrite-suburb-values/

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Orcas Defense Partnership and Economic Impact on Western Australia [04:23]
3. Gentrification Trends in Perth [10:27]
4. Perth Airport Expansion and Economic Impact [15:14]
5. High-Density Planning Changes in Perth [22:45]
6. Impact of Gentrification and High-Density Planning on Property Values [27:01]

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What do Perth’s high-density planning changes mean for property owners?

Today, we talked about how the WA Planning Commission is set to take control of zoning, potentially creating 35,000 new homes around 10 major train stations. Landowners in these areas could see significant land value uplifts, but how will increased density impact property appeal?

With more apartment developments and rental demand near transit hubs, will this drive rental yields or cap capital growth in the long term? How will these changes affect affordability, infrastructure, and overall market dynamics?

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Proposed Planning Changes and Station Precincts [01:57]
3. Impact on Suburbs and Property Owners [03:06]
4. Timeline and Construction Phases [04:57]
5. Impact on Residential Property [07:16]
6. Rent Affordability and First-Time Buyers [10:41]
7. Suburb Populations and Demographics [13:32]
8. Local Amenities and Infrastructure [14:48]
9. Expert Opinions and Concerns [15:51]
10. Overall Impact on Property Owners and Residents [20:03]

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Want the real facts and on-the-ground insights for what is happening in our Perth property market and why?

Today, I discuss why the Perth property market has reached a boiling point, with record-low supply, fast-rising prices across houses, units, and land, and a major shift in affordability toward higher-density living. I cover the latest data across sales, rentals, yield performance, and buyer demand.

I also break down the pressure points driving the market, population growth, stalled development, zoning reforms, APRA’s new lending caps, interest-rate expectations, and inflation trends. Plus, I walk through what’s happening on the ground with competition, pricing, and suburb performance.

To wrap up, I share growth forecasts for each price bracket, strategies for buying and investing in this cycle, and the key actions to position your portfolio for the next 12 months. Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Boiling Point of the Perth Property Market [02:02]
3. Median House Prices and Market Trends [03:51]
4. Land Prices and Development Challenges [07:45]
5. Rental Market and Vacancy Rates [09:35]
6. Property Clock Timing and Regional Markets [12:39]
7. Factors Affecting the Market [16:22]
8. Labor Market and Policy Changes [22:41]
9. Tips for Surviving and Thriving in the Market [27:04]
10. Crystal Ball for the Next 12 Months [31:24]

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Want to know what is ahead for finance and borrowing in 2026, and how to win the game of money?

Today, I’m joined by Nick Aves from Purely Finance to break down the current property market and offer finance strategies for navigating the challenges buyers and investors face with rising prices and limited supply. 

It’s crucial to manage borrowing capacity and make informed decisions in this tough lending environment.

With interest rates stabilising but lending policies remaining tight, Nick reveals the key shifts in trust lending and cross-collateralisation, plus actionable tips for restructuring your loans to maximise borrowing power.

Dive into the finance strategies you need to stay ahead in Perth’s competitive property market.

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Market Conditions and Buyer Challenges [02:01]
3. Lender Policies and Trust Lending [03:55]
4. First-Time Buyers and Parental Assistance [11:21]
5. Investment Strategies and Market Outlook [24:44]
6. Tips for Buyers and Investors [27:17]

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About the Guest:

Nick Aves is the Director and a seasoned Finance Broker at Purely Finance, bringing over 30 years of experience in the finance industry. He began his career as a trainee and quickly advanced to managing complex business lending portfolios exceeding $65 million. In 1998, Nick applied his business acumen by purchasing and successfully operating the award-winning Dear Friends Restaurant in Swan Valley before returning to finance as a broker. Known for his dedication and expertise, he has consistently earned PLAN Australia’s Sales Master Award since 2005 and was recognized among the MPA top 100 brokers in Australia in 2007. With a Diploma in Financial Services and extensive knowledge in banking, business finance, and development, Nick provides tailored advice on investments, loans, and insurance to help clients achieve financial success. Outside of work, he enjoys sailing on the Indian Ocean.

Connect with Nick:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickaves/
• Website: https://www.purelyfinance.com.au/team/nick-aves/

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Are you making investment decisions based on short-term data?

Today, I spoke with Stuart Wemyss about some of the significant factors that have distorted property performance over the last five years and why some of these are not to be repeated or at the same levels.

This really calls into question property selection methodologies and why focusing on the shorter term can lead to lacklustre long-term performance. 

Let’s go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Impact of Building Costs on Property Values [05:14]
3. Borrowing Capacity and Its Impact on Property Prices [13:03]
4. Interstate Migration and Its Effect on Property Markets [27:24]
5. Working from Home and Its Impact on Regional Demand [33:07]
6. Long-Term Property Investment Strategies [38:06]

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About the Guest:

Stuart Wemyss is a qualified chartered accountant, independent financial adviser, and mortgage broker with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He is the founder of ProSolution Private Clients, an award-winning boutique financial advisory firm established in 2002 that specializes in property investment advice and mortgage broking. Stuart is a successful property investor and author of two books on property investment, including the bestseller Investopoly. He is known for providing holistic, trustworthy, and independent advice, regularly sharing his expertise through media appearances, podcasts, and educational content to help clients achieve successful property investment outcomes. Based in Melbourne, Stuart combines his professional expertise with a commitment to empowering investors with unbiased information

Connect with Stuart:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwemyss/
• X: https://x.com/stuartwemyss?lang=en

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Have you ever wondered whether it's better to buy quality or quantity of investment properties?

Today, I break down the real drivers of long-term real estate wealth and show why strategy must be built around goals, borrowing capacity, cash flow, and lifestyle. 

I will unpack how rental yield, capital growth, and risk tolerance determine whether high-end, mid-range, or mixed property selections deliver better outcomes.

I compare three investment scenarios to reveal how different property mixes impact passive income, equity growth, and long-term serviceability and outline why it's not a one-size-fits-all answer, giving the importance of a personalised strategic portfolio plan.

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Long-Term Property Investment Strategies [01:14]
3. Case Study: John and Mary's Financial Profile [01:26]
4. Scenario 1: High-Quality Property Investment [06:06]
5. Scenario 2: Two Mid-Range Properties [10:22]
6. Scenario 3: Three Lower-Priced Properties [10:43]
7. Comparing Scenarios and Personalized Investment [22:52]

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Ever wondered why some investors always land the better deal?

Today, I sit down with property expert and bestselling author Michael Yardney to reveal the secrets behind powerful negotiation. What if every conversation were a negotiation that shapes your financial future?

What truly separates great negotiators from everyone else? Michael explains how emotional control, preparation, and ethical influence can tip the scales in your favour. Do you know how to use time, information, and options to hold real power in a deal?

Are emotions costing you smart decisions? From spotting psychological biases to playing the long game, discover how calm, strategic investors win big.

Let’s go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Negotiation Skills and Their Importance [00:23]
3. Key Elements of Great Negotiation [04:06]
4. The Role of Rapport in Negotiation [06:20]
5. Common Myths and Mistakes in Negotiation [10:27]
6. Psychological Biases in Negotiation [14:04]
7. The Importance of Professional Negotiators [23:48]

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About the Guest:

Michael Yardney is widely recognized as one of Australia’s leading authorities on wealth creation through property investment and the psychology of success. With over 50 years of experience, he is the founder and CEO of Metropole Property Strategists, a firm that has been involved in billions of dollars' worth of property transactions and asset management. Yardney is a best-selling author of nine books, five of which have reached #1 bestseller status, and he hosts the popular Michael Yardney Podcast, where he shares insights on property investment, success, and money. He has been voted among Australia’s top 50 influential thought leaders and has consistently been recognised as the country’s leading property investment advisor. Beyond theory, Yardney is an active property investor and developer, mentoring thousands of investors and regularly contributing expert commentary to major media outlets and property publications

Connect with Michael:

• Website: https://michaelyardney.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelYardney
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyardney
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelyardney/
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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.yardney/

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