In this special Talking Property episode, Harris Partners’ Peter O’Malley is joined by SQM Research Director Louis Christopher, widely regarded as Australia’s leading property analyst, to preview what lies ahead for the housing market in 2026. With Sydney tipped for a strong year, Louis unpacks the key forces that will shape prices, rentals, and market stability.

We also discuss:

• The RBA’s interest rate dilemma and what it means for housing
• Why 2026 is shaping up as a strong year for property markets
• Key risks that could threaten market stability
• The slow rebalancing between dwelling supply and demand
• Rental market forecasts and ongoing pressure points
• The impact of AI on employment and flow-on effects for housing
• What buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants should be watching closely

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