In this episode of Property & Finance, Theo Chambers is joined by Martin Lakos, Division Director at Macquarie Bank. Together, they unpack the current state of market volatility and the broader economic trends influencing investment decisions in 2025. Martin provides expert insights into the global ripple effects of Trump’s proposed tariffs and what this means for investor sentiment and international trade. The conversation also explores the economic challenges facing China, its recovery strategies, and how these developments are impacting Australia's export landscape. Shifting focus to the domestic market, they discuss Australia’s inflation trajectory, the outlook for interest rates, and how these factors are shaping monetary policy. Martin also weighs in on the housing market, discussing key demand drivers, government policies, and the future of property prices in a high-inflation environment. The episode concludes with future-facing predictions and commentary on market confidence, helping investors better understand where the economy is headed and how to position themselves accordingly.The information shared on this podcast is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account your particular financial needs, circumstances and objectives. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, it is not guaranteed. You should obtain professional advice before acting on this information. Additionally, this podcast may include certain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. You should not place reliance on forward-looking statements.

In this episode of Property & Finance, Theo Chambers is joined by Luke Berry, Co-Founder of Thirdi Group. They explore the key drivers shaping Australia’s property market, starting with an overview of Thirdi Group’s background and market focus. Luke breaks down the six fundamental drivers of the property market, including supply and demand dynamics, consumer confidence, and market sentiment. They also discuss the impact of government stimulus, economic conditions, and investment strategies on housing trends. The conversation delves into infrastructure and property development trends, highlighting how major projects influence market movements. Luke shares insights on the rise of social impact investments in housing, exploring how these initiatives are shaping the future of property development.The information shared on this podcast is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account your particular financial needs, circumstances and objectives. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, it is not guaranteed. You should obtain professional advice before acting on this information. Additionally, this podcast may include certain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. You should not place reliance on forward-looking statements.

In this episode of Property & Finance, Theo Chambers is joined by Rich Harvey, Founder & CEO of Propertybuyer. They explore key strategies for building long-term wealth through property investment, from setting retirement goals and understanding financial targets to leveraging debt and navigating investment roadblocks. Rich shares his insights on building a diversified property portfolio, rebalancing assets, and harvesting equity for passive income. They also discuss countercyclical investing in Melbourne, the importance of patience and long-term thinking, and how to accelerate property accumulation. The conversation wraps up with common mistakes investors make, the cost of procrastination, and practical steps for taking action in today’s marketThe information shared on this podcast is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account your particular financial needs, circumstances and objectives. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, it is not guaranteed. You should obtain professional advice before acting on this information. Additionally, this podcast may include certain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. You should not place reliance on forward-looking statements.

The information shared on this podcast is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account your particular financial needs, circumstances and objectives. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, it is not guaranteed. You should obtain professional advice before acting on this information. Additionally, this podcast may include certain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. You should not place reliance on forward-looking statements.

In this episode of Property & Finance, Theo Chambers sits down with Tim Lawless, Executive, Research Director of CoreLogic. Theo & Tim discuss market data trends in Australia vs international, inflation & wage growth data and what that means for interest rates, demand in the

In this episode of Property & Finance, Theo Chambers sits down with Gavin Rubinstein, Founder of The Rubinstein Group. Theo & Gavin discuss the property market in Sydney covering topics such as renovated vs unrenovated price disparity, effect of higher interest rates, increasing demand & lack of supply, inheritance from the bank of mum & dad, and house prices vs salaries.