Today, I chat with Ray White’s Chief Economist, Nerida Conisbee, about her 10 predictions for our property markets for 2025

One or two of these may surprise you.

Takeaways

• 2024 was a surprisingly strong year for property markets.
• Interest rates are expected to decrease in 2025.
• Established property values need to increase in value to match construction costs before substantial new construction will commence.
• The luxury market is experiencing a slowdown due to high interest rates.
• Retail properties are showing signs of recovery post-COVID.
• Mortgage brokers are becoming essential in the home buying process.
• Private investors are stepping up in the commercial market.
• Established properties need to increase in value to match construction costs.
• The Gold Coast is emerging as a strong market for luxury properties.
• The commercial lending space is becoming more competitive.

Chapters

04:28 Interest Rates and Economic Predictions for 2025

07:14 Market Dynamics: Listings and Buyer Behavior

10:21 Luxury Market Trends and Shifts

12:42 Commercial Real Estate Insights

14:51 The Future of Office Spaces

17:58 The Rise of Mortgage Brokers

20:26 Commercial Lending Landscape

23:30 Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

25:43 The Power of Think Week

28:31 Adopting the Think Day

Links and Resources:  

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Nerida Conisbee – Chief Economist Ray White     Ray White’s 2025 Property Outlook Report  

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Shownotes plus more here: What 2025 Holds for Australia’s Property Market. Discover Ray White’s 10 Predictions