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Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat Labor’s Win Means for Property, Dr. Andrew Wilson Breaks It DownIt’s certainly been a big week in Australia—with the Labor Party securing another term in government following the federal election, there’s plenty of speculation about what that might mean for our economy, interest rates, and of course, the property markets. So today, before we dive into the latest data and trends, I unpack what this election result could mean for property investors, homebuyers, and renters across the country, and what the likely implications are for inflation, interest rates, and affordability? And to help make sense of it all, I’m joined by, Dr. Andr...2025-05-0739 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAn Investor’s Guide to our Tightening Rental Markets with Dr. Andrew Wilson Despite predictions of a downturn, Australia's housing market continued to strengthen, with national house prices rising by 1.0% in March, building on earlier gains from February. In today’s show Dr. Andrew Wilson explains how capital city rental markets have tightened further, with vacancy rates either falling or remaining at historically low levels, pushing rents upwards. We also discuss how following Trump's announcement of tariffs, market expectations shifted significantly, suggesting a 90% chance of a rate cut in May. Takeaways · Australia's housing market is showing signs of recovery with rising prices. · ...2025-04-0931 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastTime-Sensitive: RBA’s Bold Bet: Unpacking the Latest Move with Dr. Andrew Wilson & Brett WarrenIn this episode of the MY Podcast, Dr. Andrew Wilson & Brett Warren and I discuss the implications of recent interest rate cuts on the housing market. In a highly anticipated decision, the Reserve Bank of Australia cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years, easing cost of living pressures and opening the door for the government to call an early election. In today’s whow Podcast, Dr. Andrew Wilson & Brett Warren and I discuss the implications of recent interest rate cuts on the housing market. We explain that the Re...2025-02-1930 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastCrucial Interest Rate Insights You Can't Afford to Ignore | Dr. Andrew Wilson & Brett WarrenAre rate cuts coming next week, and if not, when will we get them and how many will there be? In today’s conversation, Brett Warren, Dr. Andrew Wilson, and I discuss these questions and the implications of potential interest rate cuts on the property market and the economy. We explore how interest rates influence buyer behavior, market dynamics, and economic indicators such as employment and inflation. Dr Andrew Wilson also provides insights into the current economic landscape and future market predictions. Takeaways Interest rates are expected to fall, positively im...2025-02-1228 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastProperty Forecasts, State by State from Dr. Andrew WilsonWhat’s ahead for property in 2024? In today’s show I chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson who shares his expert analysis, highlighting which cities are poised for growth and which might hit a plateau. Together, we explore the various economic factors likely to influence our housing markets in the year ahead. Takeaways • The property market is influenced by various economic factors. • Interest rates are expected to remain stable in the near future. • Affordability will be a key consideration for buyers in the year ahead. • Consumer confidence plays a crucial role in prope...2025-01-2231 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastLooking Back, Leaping Forward: Dr. Andrew Wilson’s Predictions for 2025It’s customary at the end of the year to look back at the year that was and then look forward to making some predictions for our housing markets for the year ahead, and in today’s show, Dr Andrew Wilson and I explore the trends that will shape the property markets in 2025. Takeaways The housing market in 2024 has been consolidating after a strong rebound in 2023. 2025 is likely to be a year of 2 halves, and the markets will rebound when interest rates fall. Melbourne's property market is underperforming compared to other capitals but offers significant fu...2024-12-1139 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat’s Next for Interest Rates? Dr. Andrew Wilson’s Predictions for 2025While the Reserve Bank of Australia has kept rates on hold yet again, the big question is—how much longer will this last? And more importantly, when might we see the next rate cut? With the local economy sending mixed signals, it seems that many economists are finding it increasingly difficult to predict the RBA’s next move. In fact, they keep changing their forecasts. But it's not just our local factors in play. Overseas developments, particularly the political shifts in the United States with a newly elected president, could have ripple e...2024-11-2527 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastUnravelling Australia's Rental Crisis with Dr. Andrew Wilson: Insights & EndgamesIf you're interested in property, you'll know that our rental markets are in crisis. Vacancy rates have dropped to all-time lows, rental stock remains extremely slim, and rental prices continue to skyrocket. So how did we get into this rental crisis? How long will it last, what does it mean for you and me as a property investor, and are there some ways the government or regulators can alleviate this crisis? In today's episode, I discussed this with Dr. Andrew Wilson, the Chief Economist of my Housing Market. Andrew is a bit controversial...2024-04-0848 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast3.7% Unemployment: Has Australia Kissed Rate Cuts Goodbye? Dr. Andrew Wilson Weighs InSometimes good news is bad news. The good news about our unemployment figures and the number of new jobs created is, in some ways, bad news for those hoping for interest rates to drop. So what does the latest data mean for interest rates? How does the Reserve Bank even decide what to do with rates? What are the factors involved in their decision-making process? That's what Dr. Andrew Wilson, Chief Economist of My Housing Market, and I discussed today. We chat about what's ahead for interest rates and...2024-04-0336 min
Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhy Australia’s rental crisis isn’t going anywhere, Plus Dr. Andrew Wilson’s solutionAustralia’s rental market is in crisis. Vacancy rates are at virtually all-time lows, rental stock remains slim, and rents are skyrocketing. So how did we get into this rental crisis? And how long will it last? And what does it mean for property investors? In today’s chat, Dr. Andrew Wilson and I shed light on the causes, implications, and potential solutions to Australia's rental crisis. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Dr. Andrew Wilson, Chief Economist My Housing Market Get the t...2023-09-2532 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhy was RBA Governor Philip Lowe “sacked”? With Dr. Andrew WilsonThere were some significant changes regarding the RBA recently. Philip Lowe’s term as Reserve Bank governor was not renewed which means he’s been effectively sacked as Reserve Bank governor's current Deputy Governor; Michele Bullock will become Governor starting 18 September. Regular listeners would know that I record a weekly video with Dr. Andrew Wilson, and this is the audio of last week’s Property Insider video. So, let's hear what Andrew Wilson has to say about the sacking of Dr. Phillip Lowe. Andrew will also be discussing some of his latest data and if...2023-07-2440 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWill our high immigration numbers be enough to stop a recession? With Dr Andrew WilsonWelcome to the Michael Yardney podcast. Today Dr. Andrew Wilson and I will be addressing all the talk about Australia falling into a recession. We will share the latest immigration statistics which show Australia increased its population by almost half a million people in 2022, and we'll explain what the latest unemployment figures suggest is ahead for our economy and interest rates. Dr. Wilson will also discuss the current economic landscape and shed some light on the potential outcomes for our economy and housing markets. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney ...2023-06-2838 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastA leading economist’s view on the Budget’s property initiatives and a housing market update, with Dr Andrew WilsonIf you’re a tenant in the market for accommodation, good luck finding something to rent. And if you’re a home buyer or investor, by now you’d realise the market is on the move again. Today I chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson, Australia’s leading housing economist and we discuss his thoughts about the Federal Budget and if it offered any relief for our housing markets, We also discuss the rental markets, building approval numbers as well as the booming auction clearance results. Links and Resources: Michael...2023-05-2230 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe forces behind the property market reset of 2023, with Dr. Andrew WilsonI’m going to be bold and start off with my first property prediction for 2023. I believe our property markets are going to reset this year. At some time this year our housing markets with reach a trough, which will herald the beginning of the next property cycle, as buyers and sellers return as they realize that there will be no more interest rate rises and that inflation is under control. Now don't get me wrong - I'm not suggesting there's a property boom ahead. But I am suggesting there's a window of op...2023-01-1339 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhere are our economy and our housing markets headed? With Dr Andrew WilsonWe know that housing affordability is a real issue, with many Aussies now finding it harder to buy their dream home as 8 consecutive interest rate rises have cut many buyers borrowing capacity by up to 20%. But what about rental affordability? With more and more people renting for longer at a time when the number of advertised dwellings for rent has plummeted, vacancy rates are record lows, and rents have shot up at the fastest rate in decades, what does this do to rental affordability and how will this affect rental increases moving forward? ...2022-12-2138 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre we there yet? Have house prices stopped falling? With Dr Andrew WilsonThere are now a number of property commentators suggesting we are near the bottom of this property cycle, and as you’ll hear in my chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson in today’s podcast for two months in a row, he has found house asking prices are holding steady or rising. Asking prices are a leading indicator and turn before eventual sale prices do, but as you’ll hear in our chat today, these are not the only indicator that our markets are finding a floor. You will also hear us discuss the latest employment data...2022-12-0733 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastLabor wants to build 1 million new houses. Is that really possible? With Dr Andrew WilsonWe know that there is a dire housing shortage around Australia, not just for rental accommodation, but for people needing social housing, affordable housing, and for people wanting to live in desirable locations around Australia And this is only going to get worse with our borders now open to skilled migrants and international students. So, it was great to see that the recently delivered budget contained multiple housing initiatives, including the “aspirational target of 1 million new, well-located homes over five years from 2024”. But in my mind, while our government sounded serious about housing — I don’...2022-11-2829 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastRBA interest rate warning: the global signs aren’t good, with Dr. Andrew WilsonIt’s been an interesting month full of economic news. Recently the latest US inflation figures spooked the markets as there was no sign that underlying inflation is abating Then back home, Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe warned that a deteriorating global economy would make it hard for Australia to achieve a “soft landing” due to the economic buffeting that is underway. He is also worried that businesses are using inflation as a cover for even higher prices. And speaking of the property markets, he explained he would not be surprised if house prices...2022-09-2838 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWill inflation and rising interest rates put an end to our booming economy? With Dr. Andrew WilsonAccording to the latest statistics from the ABS, our economy is roaring along. The most recent data, which unfortunately is backward looking to the June quarter, showed that as Aussies were released from their lockdown shackles, we spend more on ourselves, growing the economy strongly. But since then, the Reserve Bank has raised interest rates and will likely continue doing so, so will this kill a booming economy, and what will it do to our property markets? That's what I discussed in today’s podcast with Dr. Andrew Wilson, chief economist of My Ho...2022-09-1935 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastSpring Property Market Preview, with Dr Andrew WilsonWell, we’re into Spring, which is traditionally a great time to buy and sell properties, but what’s ahead for our housing markets for the last quarter of 2022? Looking back on the year so far, our housing market had a lot to contend with. Coming off a once-in-a-generation property boom in 2021, our markets had to contend with floods, bushfires, geopolitical problems, a federal election, inflation, rising interest rates, and falling consumer confidence. Last year almost all property markets around Australia saw strong growth in house prices, but this year the markets were more...2022-09-0735 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s why our rental crisis will only get worse, with Dr. Andrew WilsonAustralia is in the middle of a rental crisis. But interestingly, in the month of July, asking rents for houses didn’t increase. Is the end of the rental increase after the spectacular rent increases of the last year or so? Far from it, and in today’s podcast Dr. Andrew Wilson and I discuss some interesting unintended consequences that are going to occur from the various governments’ interference in our housing markets that will affect our rental markets. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Get the team at Met...2022-08-1531 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast2 investing veterans share their tips to manage uncertain economic times, with Louise BedfordWe live in uncertain times, creating a lot of anxiety for investors. So, in today’s podcast, which is one I recorded together with my good friend and share trading expert Louise Bedford, we talk about how to manage uncertainty. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Follow Dr. Andrew Wilson, Chief Economist My Housing Market on LinkedIn Subscribe to our weekly Property Insiders videos – www.PropertyInsiders.info ...2022-08-0153 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastA bleak outlook for renters is good news for investors with Dr. Andrew WilsonAustralia’s property markets have experienced unprecedented demand over the last couple of years, despite tourists not coming from overseas, despite visa holders not coming, visa holders not coming, students not being here, and the borders being closed. And now despite the market cooling, rising costs and supply shortages are causing one of the worst housing crises in history. I don’t know about you, but I’ve been reading about families forced to live out of their cars, in camper vans, and even in tents. And these are respectable people with reliable incomes and good r...2022-07-2531 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastA leading economist's thoughts on those forecasts of a property market collapse, with Dr. Andrew WilsonWe seem to have a new national obsession. It’s even bigger than worrying about who’s going to the football on the weekend. It’s called “Which way are house prices heading next?” According to our big banks, Australians must brace for the worst housing correction on record as rising interest rates will strangle the property market. And while Australia's economic fundamentals are still strong, consumer confidence has taken a significant hit and that's affecting our housing markets with buyers being more cautious and many taking a wait-and-see approach, while sellers’ c...2022-07-2033 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastBeware of the unintended economic consequences ahead with Dr Andrew WilsonWith the election result now clear our property markets can resume their normal activities. And while the ALP fiddled around the edges with some First Home Buyer incentives, the absence of significant macro policy differences between the new Labor Government and the Coalition suggests there will be minimal impact in the short term on our property markets. However, I can see some unintended and concerning long-term consequences that could have a major effect on our economy and our property markets share this with you today in this episode of my podcast. Regular listeners w...2022-05-3028 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe RBA forecasts what’s ahead – and it has flip flopped, with Dr. Andrew WilsonThe Reserve Bank thought it had time on its hands and could be patient in lifting interest rates. However, evidence of strong inflation caught the RBA by surprise and it has raised its forecasts for inflation and cut its forecasts for economic growth and unemployment. The RBA forecasts that the economy will expand by 3.5 per cent over the year to June 2022, before picking up to a 4.25 per cent annual growth rate in December 2022. Underlying inflation is expected to exceed the top of the 2-3 per cent target band through to December 2023. Links and Resources: Michael...2022-05-1127 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhy are you worried? The property market won’t crash. With Dr Andrew WilsonThe property market is going to crash! How many times have we heard that one recently? 2021 was a year like no other - prices boomed creating new records and as the value of Australia’s housing market skyrocketed, the collective wealth of homeowners jumped by over $2trillion despite the pandemic. And sure, it’s clear that we won’t see the same level of overall price growth in 2022. But a housing market crash? I don’t think so, despite all the messages in the media suggesting it will occur. If...2022-04-1130 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWill the Ukraine crisis really cause property values to collapse, with Dr Andrew WilsonLast week I was shocked to read the headline “Property prices set to tumble 15% as Ukraine crisis bites.” It seems like the media and many commentators are looking for an excuse, any excuse, to explain why our property markets are going to crash. But now AMP has come out suggesting the fallout from the Russian invasion of Ukraine could slow Australian residential property sales, increase inflationary pressure, and accelerate a downturn in prices of about 15%. And that's despite Australia's property markets generally performing well during major economic, military, and terrorist crises over the last...2022-03-1426 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhere is the property market heading? With Dr. Andrew WilsonWith two months of data under our belt, the picture for property market is becoming clearer. Last year, property values increased almost everywhere, often by double digits. However, that’s not how our property markets typically work or what you should expect of them this year. Moving forward, you can expect the Australian property market to be segmented, which is normal for Australia. And you’ll see some segments that outperform the others strongly, some that have more moderate performance, some segments where values stagnate, and some segments where price values fall. That, as w...2022-03-0930 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastMajor banks predict a 14% house price drop. They’re wrong! With Dr Andrew WilsonIn the past week, three of our four major banks have changed their outlook for house prices and are now predicting the biggest housing crash in decades. It will I be right? Economists at Commonwealth Bank and National Australia Bank are forecasting house prices to fall by 10% next year and Westpac forecast house price falls of 7% in 2023 and a further 5% in 2024. The forecasts are predicated on the assumption that the Reserve Bank will begin raising interest rates later this year and housing will be “collateral damage in the RBA’s efforts to keep inflation on targ...2022-02-2126 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastDr. Andrew Wilson’s property trends and forecasts for 2022Well, our property markets are up and running for 2022 and already there are mixed messages in the media about what’s ahead. But today you’ll get some clear indication from Australia’s leading housing Economist Dr. Andrew Wilson, whose forecasts have proven to be very correct. I don’t know if you’ve noticed seem to be two types of opinions flouted by the commentators On the one side is the glass half empty crew who see interest rates rising, Omicron repercussions and they’re suggesting you’ve missed the peak of the property o...2022-02-0233 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAustralia’s leading property economist busts some myths and gives his forecasts for 2022As we start a new year it’s interesting to look back and reflect on the challenging year we experienced in 2021, and how well the Australian economy and Australians in general have survived. It wasn’t really that long ago that there were credible predictions that tens of the thousands of Australians would lose their lives, the health system wouldn’t cope, there would be mass unemployment and the economy would fall into an abyss. But fortunately, 2021 finished with our economy in recovery mode, and throughout the year we experienced a once in a generation proper...2022-01-241h 37Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastUh-Oh. Is this the beginning of the end of our property boom With Dr. Andrew WilsonIs this the beginning of the end of the property boom? If you’ve been following the property news lately you be forgiven for thinking so. The Chiefs of two of the biggest banks have suggested that regulators should step in and introduce macro-prudential controls to slow down our booming housing markets. In the closing statements of the ‘Housing Market and Financial Stability’ speech delivered by the RBA’s Assistant Governor Michele Bullock on Wednesday, Bullock hinted at the possibility that the RBA could intervene in Australia’s housing market. The Internatio...2021-10-0638 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHave you heard the one about rising interest rates? With Dr. Andrew WilsonIf you’ve been following the Real Estate columns in the media recently it would have been hard to miss stories about mortgage stress and rising interest rates. Of course, it’s the same property pessimist chasing a headline giving biased views based on the preconception that our property markets are about to crash and backed up by very small sample sizes of data. So in today’s show, Dr. Andrew Wilson and I will discuss not just our views but those of the Reserve Bank – so at the end of our chat, you’ll have a goo...2021-09-2929 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s 6 reasons why we’re optimistic about Australia’s economic recovery, with Dr. Andrew WilsonAustralia may just have side-stepped another recession by the skin of its teeth after recording a small uptick in GDP growth over the June quarter. After an initial “miracle” V-shaped recovery, our economy did a U-turn as much of Australia was locked down at the end of the June quarter. And economists seem united about the outcome of the current September quarter – we will be seeing a steep drop in economic output. So what’s ahead for our economy and our property markets, that’s what I’m going to be chatting about with Austral...2021-09-2028 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAmazing double-digit growth in property so far this year, with Dr. Andrew WilsonWe’re halfway through 2021 now so it’s a good time to reflect back on the year so far and then look forwards to what’s ahead. Property values across our capital cities have experienced double-digit growth already this year, in all capitals other than one. And despite the Covid concerns we’re experiencing, there’s plenty more growth to come. The surge in property value has caused the property bears to go back in their caves and hibernate and our major banks have done an about-face and are now forecasting 20% to 30% rises in property values aro...2021-07-0735 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastNow what next for our property markets? With Dr. Andrew WilsonWhat’s ahead for our property markets for the rest of 2021? That’s a common question being asked now that our property markets have been booming for quite some time. And that’s the question I’m going to ask Dr Andrew Wilson, Australia’s leading housing economist in today’s show. You’ll also hear his thoughts on what’s ahead for the rental markets, is inflation on the rebound and should we be locking in on interest rates with the speculation that interest rates are going to rise? Now you probably kno...2021-06-0731 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastBusting media property myths with Dr. Andrew WilsonThere is no doubt that our property markets are in a broad-based boom, with almost all segments, other than the inner-city apartment market showing strong property price growth. And the media is having a field day whipping up a frenzy of emotions with headlines causing some buyers to worry that the housing market is running away from them. In fact, FOMO (fear of missing out) seems to be a common theme around Australia's property markets. But the general media and certain commentators on social media are worrying home buyers and investors by speculating...2021-03-1736 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s why we’re going to have a ripper year in property + Housing Market Forecasts for 2021 with Dr. Andrew WilsonWith interest rates near zero, Australia’s economy rebounding, and pumped with massive amounts of stimulus, and the coronavirus all but eradicated from our shores, our property markets are looking healthy and starting the year off on a strong footing. The stats show that after the nation went into lockdown last year, national property rates fell overall a cumulative 2.2 percent. And of course, this was led by Melbourne and Sydney that were most affected by the lockdowns. But of course, this was nothing like the predicted calamitous falls. Now on the back of co...2021-02-0139 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastI really don’t know what’s going to happen to property + Who’s going to pay for the government handouts with Dr. Andrew WilsonHave you noticed how the desire for economic forecasts surges right when our ability to accurately forecast plummets? That’s really the case today. In today’s show, I’m going to tell you what I say when people ask what’s going to happen to our property markets, and my answer may surprise you. Then, I’m going to have a chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson about who’s going to pay for all the government benefits and handouts. I’ll also share a mindset moment about how you’re making history right now. ...2020-04-2928 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWill the pandemic kill property? | PROPERTY INSIDERS with Dr. Andrew WilsonWill COVID-19 crush our property markets? COVID-19 is a health issue, but the fallout from it isn’t just health effects, it has social and economic effects too. And yes, it will affect our property markets. That’s what we’re going to talk about today. In addition to my own thoughts, I’ll be talking to Dr. Andrew Wilson about what’s going to happen with our property markets, whether all this will cause a recession, and what you can do. Then, I’ll have a chat with Andrew Mirams, director of Intu...2020-03-3146 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastOh NO! Not another podcast about the corona virus and a recession | PROPERTY INSIDERSYes another podcast about the coronavirus, but you really need to listen to this one. What started as a little cold for our economy has progressed to the flu and now sounds like it could be a dose of economic pneumonia. Look where we are today… Dwindling confidence, a major stock market crash, talk of recession, workplaces closing, major events cancelled, social distancing. What next? Well…panic I guess There is little doubt that it is serious. And I don’t want to make light of COVID...2020-03-2239 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastCoronavirus – property disaster or buying opportunity? | PROPERTY INSIDERS with Dr. Andrew WilsonThere are a lot of scary headlines at the moment. All of the anxiety in the air can even make an optimistic person a little nervous. In today’s episode, I want to bring some perspective to the frightening headlines by explaining some of my thoughts on the current situation. Then, I’ll be talking to Dr. Andrew Wilson, who’s also been around for a while and has seen and experienced things like this before. By the end of the episode, I hope you’ll be a little less scared, and also h...2020-03-1637 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat’s ahead for property this year? How will the corona virus affect our economy?What’s ahead for property this year? Is this the end of interest rate cuts? We started this year with optimism, but now we have our fair share of turbulence. We have the coronavirus epidemic, the bush fires, political tensions overseas. How will these affect our property markets and our economy? Those are some of the things we’re going to talk about today with Dr. Andrew Wilson. We’re also going to discuss auction trends, the home loan trends, what’s happening to interest rates, and what’s happening to inflation, as...2020-02-2630 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast4 property lessons from 2019 that will help you in 2020 + Your questions answered | PROPERTY INSIDERS with Dr. Andrew WilsonAs we enter a new year and the beginning of a new property cycle, there are still many mixed messages in the media leaving many investors and potential homebuyers confused. Hopefully, by the end of today’s show, you’ll be a little less confused because I’m going to ask Dr. Andrew Wilson, Australia’s leading housing economist, some of the questions you’re probably thinking about. But before that, we’re going to discuss some lessons that we’ve learned in 2019 that will make you a better property investor in 2020. I also have a minds...2020-02-1033 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast5 Property myths that aren’t true |7 Ways Australia’s property markets are different with Dr. Andrew WilsonOur property markets have been on the move for a while now. But some people are saying no, it’s all going to end, there’s still a property crash coming. Others are saying that Australia’s property markets are different. But are they really different? That’s what we’re going to discuss today with Dr. Andrew Wilson. But first, we’re going to bust another 5 property market myths so that you don’t get fooled. I also have a great mindset moment today. At the end of this episod...2020-02-0340 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat’s ahead for property in this new decade? With Dr. Andrew WilsonWell, it's the beginning of the New Year, in fact, the beginning of a new decade. It wasn't that long ago I remember the turn-of-the-century when we were all worried about the Y2K bug. All those predictions of mayhem that didn't occur. In fact, we are now 20% through the 21st century – that's a scary thought isn't it. So, what's ahead for the new decade? I'm sure there will be lots of scary predictions, and my first prediction is that most predictions will be wrong. But to get an ide...2020-01-0129 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhere not to invest if you want property success | First Home Buyers rush to market fearful of rising pricesIf you want to become a more successful property investor, today’s show will point you in the right direction. First, we’ll have a chat about where not to invest. This aren’t just my thoughts. They are the results of a recent university study in Australia that shows where you shouldn’t invest. Most property investors never get past their first or second property. You don’t want to be in that group, do you? So paying attention to where not to invest can help you avoid falling into the trap that so many investo...2019-12-1624 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast5 Lessons property investors can learn from farmers | What if rate cuts don’t work but only push up property values? With Dr. Andrew WilsonWe know the Reserve Bank is determined to lower unemployment and increasing wages growth and inflation. It’s attempting to do this by lowering interest rates and is even talking about other measures such as quantitative easing. But what if this doesn’t work? What if the only effect of lowering interest rates is pushing up property values, yet the economy doesn’t pick up? That’s the subject of today’s chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson. We discuss some really interesting things about the economy, what’s happening overseas, and what it means fo...2019-12-0231 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre Australians really obsessed with property? A worrying statement from the RBA plus more - PROPERTY INSIDERS with Dr. Andrew WilsonWherever you look property is in the news. And while there are many more good news stories than there were at the beginning of the year, there is also a lot of conflicting information. So to bring some clarity to some of the recent news stories, I have a chat with Australia's leading housing economist, Dr Andrew Wilson chief economist of myhousingmarket.com.au. We discuss the following: Is the property market recovery real? One of the interesting stories that has been creating some debate In the media is whether the p...2019-11-2028 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAustralian Housing Market Update – October 2019 with Dr. Andrew Wilson - PROPERTY INSIDERSAustralia's housing markets have clearly turned the corner. The housing market recovery in our two biggest cities, Melbourne and Sydney, gained pace with property prices increasing over the last month. Buyers are back making plans, looking at properties and approaching their lenders for finance. They are buoyed by falling interest rates and the prospect of another rate cut early next year and a generally positive media. Sellers are slowly returning to the market encouraged by rising prices. This now marks the fourth consecutive month of price gains in Melbourne a...2019-10-0734 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIs the property boom coming back? | Property Insiders Spring market update with Dr. Andrew WilsonWell it’s Spring– traditionally a time when there are more home buyers and sellers in the market. But what’s going to happen to our property markets this year? Are sellers going to return? Are the low interest rates going to bring more buyers back? Are banks going to become more friendly? If you’re a home owner or property investor you’ll also want to know what’s likely to happen to the value of your property, so to help you become better informed let’s hear the thoughts of Australia’s leading housin...2019-09-0926 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre we heading into dangerous territory? What the RBA minutes reveal - PROPERTY INSIDERSThe Reserve Bank's board meeting minutes for July paint a much more gloomy picture of the economy than the one governor Philip Lowe paints in public. The RBA has left the door open to even more interest rate cuts due to their ongoing concern about the state of the jobs market and the lack of wages growth. So what does this mean for our economy, for our property markets and for your pay packet? The RBA board members agreed jobs growth needed further acceleration when they cut the cash rate to a record...2019-07-2430 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastNational Property Market Update – July 2019 with Dr. Andrew Wilson | PROPERTY INSIDERSThere is change in the air – our property markets are showing some promising signs And the biggest question buyers and sellers in Sydney and Melbourne are asking is: “Are we there yet?” In other words, they’re wondering have our property markets hit the market floor and is it time to get back in again? We’ve also received the much anticipated second interest rate cut, which by the way isn’t good news. In this month’s Property Insiders market update Dr. Andrew Wilson and I bring you up to date on what’s...2019-07-0822 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThis will shape the future of our cities | What property investors need to know about the apartment market | Property Insider with Dr. Andrew WilsonIn today’s show, we’re going to talk about the future of our property markets. It’s important to understand what the markets will be going over the next five, ten, or fifteen years and what sort of properties will be in continual strong demand so that they outperform the averages. I’m going to do talk about that in two separate segments. Firstly I’m going to explain an important factor shape our futures, and it’s not the normal demographics I talk about. You’ll be surprised. In the second segment...2019-06-1034 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre our Housing Markets set to ignite?| Property Insiders with Dr. Andrew WilsonThe nation’s housing markets are set to be reignited with a stimulus package focused on winding back lending restrictions and lower interest rates fuelling economic growth, in tandem with tax cuts and increased infrastructure spending. While these are positive moves that will instil confidence, there are still some underlying issues that need to be discusses and that’s what I chat about in this week’s Property Insiders show with Dr Andrew Wilson. Listen in as Dr. Wilson discusses the Big Three Macro Drivers that now point inarguably to a rate cut… 1.Wages...2019-05-2721 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast5 financial mistakes you’re probably making | Is the media reporting the property downturn, or is it creating it?Australian property markets are in a slump and the media is full of stories and headlines full of doom and gloom. Is the media just reporting on the property market downturn? Or are they helping to create it? That’s one of the topics I’ll be discussing with Dr. Andrew Wilson in this week’s Property Insiders chat. Listen in to get a better idea of what’s going on in the background in the media and in our property markets. But first, in my mindset session, I’m going to share w...2019-05-2226 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s what the re election of the Morrison government means for our property marketsThe election is now over, and to the surprise of many, Scott Morrison will remain our Prime Minister. So, how will the outcome of the federal election affect the value of your home and our property markets? How will it affect our economy? That’s what I discuss with Dr. Andrew Wilson, in today's show The 2 big unknowns are out of the way - the Haynes Royal Commission and the Election Is it business as usual or will our property markets pick up now? Listen in as we...2019-05-1920 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIs the 2019 Federal Budget positive or negative for property ?| PROPERTY INSIDERS PodcastWhile the Labor party have indicated that if they come into power they intend to introduce a number of taxes that will directly affect our property market, the 2019 Liberal Federal Budget made little mention of our property markets. However there was plenty of good news in the Federal Budget and many of the key initiatives will help promote economic growth which will be positive for our property markets. While our economic fundamentals are generally sound, home buyers and property investors are suffering from a crisis of confidence and our housing markets won’t rebound until con...2019-04-0821 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastMaybe Labor’s policy on negative gearing is not so bad for property | PROPERTY INSIDERS PodcastNegative gearing is set to be a key issue in the upcoming federal election. If elected, Labor intends to reform the practice with the aim of improving housing affordability. The Coalition intends to leave negative gearing as is. The problem is Labor’s proposed policy will affect every Australian home owner and all property investors is designed to put downward pressure on home prices and improve affordability, particularly for first home buyers. But will it really be as bad for property prices as some media commentators suggest? Maybe not! In...2019-04-0324 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastOur property markets are experiencing a crisis of confidence | Dr. Andrew WilsonIs the media killing our property markets and the economy? Something is causing a crisis of confidence -- and it’s not the economic fundamentals. But homeowners and property investors are scared. They’re reading headlines like: Melbourne and Sydney house prices are falling $1,000 a week. A Shorten government will decimate the property market because of its proposed tax changes. One million investors will need to sell up their homes because their loans will convert from interest only to principle and interest. No wonder they’re scared. But should they be? Ar...2018-11-0534 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIs 60 Minutes right? Will our property markets crash 40% ?| Dr. Andrew Wilson & Pete Wargent"Are property prices about to PLUNGE by 40-45 percent?" Channel Nine's '60 Minutes' ran a feature with the sensational and alarming headline: "Aussie housing prices could fall by as much as 40% in next 12 months" It’s déjà vu. Every few months, the media finds someone who’s willing to stick their necks out and offer a property market doomsday scenario, predicting the end of the world for property owners in Australia. In spite of the fact that such predictions have been proven wrong time and time again... So, is the sky really...2018-09-2437 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast[Podcast] Harry Dent & Dr. Andrew Wilson Interview: Will the bubble burst- or do we dent Harry's bubble?We are heading for the biggest crash in Australian history according to Harry Dent. Crypto currencies are about to fall, the stock markets will crash and home values in the big cities are about to halve. Is this really true? Today, I speak to Harry Dent to find out what he really thinks. I also speak to Dr. Andrew Wilson, and give you my thoughts on what’s ahead. Harry Dent Says Australia’s Property Bubble Will Burst: Here are some of the things Harry Dent said: What’...2018-03-0555 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast2018 is going to be a boom year | Rich Habits you must teach your children I It’s all a matter of perspective2018 is going to be a boom year. But before you get to concerned about “what I’m on” to make a statement like that, listen on as I share my perspective and why I think this going to be so. In my mindset moment, I’m going to talk about some interesting perspectives. Then I have a chat with my good friend Tom Corley about the rich habits that you must teach your children. Even if you are not a parent, these are still very important lessons. Once a year, I do a ser...2018-02-1922 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat will be the best markets for property in 2018?2018 is going to be a very different year in property, so today we are going to discuss what is happening in each state around Australia and what you can expect to happen in our property markets. 2017 started with a bang and ended in a whimper. In the middle, foreign investment slowed down, we embraced stamp duty, and hiked land taxes. Other disincentives were given to foreign investors and APRA slowed down lending. Over the last property values rose 5.5 percent across all the combined capital cities. As always, the property markets were...2018-02-0534 minProperty Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow to achieve capital growth at this stage of the property cycle | Property Insights from Dr. Andrew WilsonWith our property markets moving to the next phase of the cycle, how do you create capital growth? Do you have to change your strategy? Today, we discuss Some of the myths of capital growth. The "5 P's"that actually cause capital growth. Some likely trends for property in 2018, and I talk about what is ahead with Dr. Andrew Wilson, Australia's leading property economist from My Housing Market. 6 Myths About Capital Growth: Population growth leads to capital growth. That’s only partially correct, but you need to find the right locations with the corre...2018-01-2928 min