In today’s Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, Pete Wargent and I discuss a raft of macro factors that will affect how our property markets play out this year, including the implications of the first rate cut by the RBA, our plunging vacancy rates which are only going to make rents rise further, the recent government incentives issued push-up property values, why there’s no way we will meet the governmen’s new construction targets, plus lots more.

We analyze how these factors will interplay to shape the property market in 2025 and beyond.

Takeaways

• Interest rates are expected to fall further, but maybe not as quickly as many would hope.
• Vacancy rates are declining, leading to further rent increases.
• Government policies often focus on demand rather than supply and “kick the can down the road.”
• Construction challenges are exacerbated by a shortage of tradespeople.
• Migration trends are influencing the housing market significantly.
• Unemployment remains low, contributing to economic stability.
• Market sentiment plays a crucial role in property investment decisions.
• Government incentives do not effectively address housing affordability.
• The interplay of various economic factors will shape the property landscape in 2025.

Chapters

01:22 Economic Overview and Rate Cuts

04:15 Housing Market Predictions

06:57 Rental Market Dynamics

10:11 Government Policies and Housing Affordability

12:53 Immigration and Its Impact on Housing

15:48 Unemployment Trends and Job Market

18:27 Conclusion and Future Outlook

23:20 Investing in Yourself: The Key to Success

25:35 Wealth Retreat 2025: A Transformative Experience

31:53 Understanding Property Investment Strategies

Links and Resources: 

 

Join us at Wealth Retreat 2025 – Australia’s premier event for successful investors and business people.  

 

Metropole’s Strategic Property Plan – to help both beginning and experienced investors 

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Pete Wargent’s blog 

 

Pete Wargent’s new book, The Buy Right Approach to Property Investing 

 

Pete’s other book – The New Wealth Way 

 

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Also, please subscribe to my new podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for  Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future. 

Shownotes plus more here: What’s Ahead for Property? Key Trends Shaping Our Markets | Big Picture Podcast with Pete Wargent