Is Investing in Property Still Worth It? Navigating the Shifting Property Landscape (Ep. 286)

Episode Highlights

• _{1.00 – Cate opens the episode, highlighting the focus on the PIPA Sentiment Survey and its significance for property investors.}
• _{1.47 – PIPA Conference Highlights}
• _{3.05 – Investor Selling Trends}
• _{8.46 – Financial Pressures on Investors}
• _{11.21 – Rent Increases and Tenant Affordability}
• _{14.02 – Optimism Among Investors}
• _{20.55 – Strategic Investment Opportunities}
• _{23.59 – National vs Local Expertise}
• _{28.09 – Policy impact on Investors}
• _{31.24 – Gold Nuggets}

Show notes – Trends and the Future of Property Investment

Key Insights for those Investing in Property:

• For investors: Rising costs and compliance issues are forcing many to reassess their strategies. Planning for the long term and staying informed on policy changes is critical.
• For tenants and landlords: Cate and Mike emphasise the importance of balanced reforms that support both groups, ensuring a sustainable rental market for the future.
• For new opportunities: With investor activity cooling, they explore markets like Perth and Melbourne, discussing how tight supply and long-term potential can drive strategic purchases.

Whether you’re currently investing in property or considering entering the market, this episode offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead. Cate and Mike discuss how strategic planning is essential for thriving in today’s dynamic landscape and why investing in property remains a resilient wealth-building strategy for the future.

Gold Nuggets:

• Mike Mortlock’s gold nugget: “Participating in surveys like PIPA’s isn’t just about sharing your story; it’s a chance to influence policy and create real change for investors.”
• Cate Bakos’s gold nugget: “This ecosystem thrives when both tenants and landlords feel supported—let’s aim for balance, not division.”