Fuel costs rising, the economy wobbling, buyer's agents under scrutiny, and negative gearing sparking debate. There's a lot shaking the market.

In the latest episode of Property Buzz, Phil Tarrant and Liam Garman dive into the issues shaping Australia's property market right now, from dodgy financial advice to a teetering building industry.

They examine the growing scrutiny on buyer's agents, highlighting cases where unqualified advice crosses into financial guidance. Phil and Liam stress that proper expertise isn't optional, it's increasingly under the regulator's microscope.

The discussion also turns to housing supply, sparked by comments from Jim Penman suggesting negative gearing should be scrapped to encourage more builds. Phil and Liam argue that cutting investor incentives while construction is slowing could worsen affordability rather than improve it.

With rising interest rates, geopolitical tension in the Middle East, and potential changes to capital gains tax, investors are facing a perfect storm of uncertainty. But while some are sitting on the sidelines, others are moving decisively – creating a clear two-speed market.

In this Inside Commercial Property podcast episode, Phil Tarrant is joined by Scott O'Neill to discuss one of the most complex market environments in recent memory.

The pair explore how global events are flowing through to Australian and New Zealand property markets, what higher rates mean for asset selection, and why income-focused investing is becoming more critical than ever.

They also break down real, on-the-ground deals – highlighting where value is being found, how investors are negotiating in today's market, and why fundamentals matter more than ever.

If you're trying to make sense of where the market is heading and where the opportunities lie, this is an episode you can't afford to miss.

Rising interest rates, policy uncertainty, and tighter cash flow are forcing a reset in how Australians approach property investment. This is how to get it right.

In The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman and Steve Ash break down how today's property climate is shifting investors away from rapid growth strategies and towards a stronger focus on yield and portfolio balance.

With cash flow under pressure and more rate movement possible, the conversation centres on a growing pivot towards higher-yielding assets and more balanced portfolios.

The pair discuss why many investors are moving away from the growth-at-all-costs mindset that defined the COVID-19 boom and instead returning to fundamentals built on sustainability and discipline.

They explore the rising appeal of units and townhouses, particularly in markets like Sydney and Melbourne, where opportunities for stronger yields are emerging, while warning that some of those markets may now carry greater risk if buyers overpay.

The takeaway is simple, investors who adjust their strategy to suit changing conditions are far better placed to navigate what comes next.

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