Australian Property Podcast
Australian Property Podcast by Rask is on a mission to be Australia's most trusted property podcast.Join over 30,000 unique listeners. The Australian Property Podcast is hosted by four of Australia's top property investors and/or financial educators, including: Amy Lunardi, buyer's agent and founder of Amy Lunardi Property. Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group and investment analyst. Pete Wargent, six-time author and buyer's agent. Chris Bates, mortgage broker and founder of Alcove. SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/prop-rask ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00 ~~The Australian Property Podcast all about buying, managing and investing in Australian property. If...
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One rate hike priced for 2026
<p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>Resources for this episode</p> <p>Ask a question (select the Property podcast)</p> <p>Market repositions for a 2026 hike</p> <p>Politicians must cut spending to prevent higher interest rates</p> <p>Much weaker jobs data</p> <p>Much weaker jobs data</p> <p>Wentworth Park to go for green space and 2,500 new homes</p> <p>Enclaves for the rich</p> <p>50,000 international students awaiting visas after explosion<...
This is what APRA’s changes mean
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove group mortgage specialists discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week.</p> <p><br></p> <p>They also discuss your listener questions in the Listener Q&A segment at the end of the show.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Here’s what they discussed:</p> <p>- Fastest resi construction growth in a decade</p> <p>- Inflation gauge hits 3.8%</p> <p>- Will Australia become a nation of renters? (Eleanor Creagh, REA)</p> <p><br></p> <p>Listener Q...
How not to mess up your renovation!
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Gemma Mitchell discuss how to manage a great renovation.</p> <p>Here’s what they cover:</p> <p>-Budget and financing</p> <p>-Council approvals and regulations</p> <p>-Scope and design</p> <p>-Hiring contractors</p> <p>-Materials and suppliers</p> <p>-Timeline and disruptions</p> <p>-Climate and location considerations</p> <p>-Legal and insurance considerations</p> <p>-Resale value and market trends</p> <p>Summary tips from Pete and Gemma</p> <p>Resources for this episode</p> <p>Ask a question (select the Property podcast)</p>...
Sydney and Brisbane tipped to lead in 2026
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove Mortgage Brokers discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week.</p> <p><br></p> <p>They also covered some of your questions in their Listener Q&A segment at the end of the show.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Here’s what they discussed:</p> <p>- 2 in 3 Brisbane homes sold without a price (Real Estate)</p> <p>- Aussie home prices set to shatter records in 2026</p> <p>- Rental affordability worsens in regional Australia</p> <p>...
Pete and Amy’s property Q&A
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and leading buyer’s agent Amy Lunardi discuss your property questions in this Listener Q&A episode.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Some of the things they covered:</p> <p>- Changing a conveyancer before settlement. Can I do this if required? Or is it a problem?</p> <p>- Why do Sydney and Melbourne property so often sell at auction? Is there any benefit to buying or selling at auction?</p> <p>- How much research is enough before offering to buy a pr...
Will property peak in 2026
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove Mortgage Brokers discussed whether it's a good time to release equity and invest, whether APRA will intervene in the housing market in 2026, and whether the 18-year cycle will peak in 2026.</p> <p><br></p> <p>They also covered some of your questions in the Listener Q&A segment at the end of the show. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Topics covered</p> <p>- Is it time to release equity and invest? (Alcove)</p> <p>- Housing finance rips f...
LongView: The ‘RODWELL’ approach to property
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers speaks to Evan Thornley, founder of LongView, about his vision to solve the housing affordability challenges facing Australia, his incredible journey as an entrepreneur and business owner, and how LongView’s fund is tackling today’s housing market for homebuyers and investors. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Here’s what they discussed:</p> <p>- Evan’s background and backstory</p> <p>- Evan’s advice for budding tech entrepreneurs!</p> <p>- The original vision for LongView – what problems Evan aimed to solve</p> <p>- Servi...
Will robots build our future housing stock?
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove Property discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week. They also covered some of your questions in the Listener Q&A at the end of the show. Here’s what they discussed: - More homes, better cities? (Grattan Institute Report) - Will your next home be built by a robot? (Nerida Conisbee) - Is AI going to smash this hiring cycle? - Listener Q&A Other news of interest this week - Consumers turn bullish housing – price expectations hit 15-yea...
End of the rate cutting cycle
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Pete Wargent discuss the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest interest rate decision, forecasts through to 2027, and what it all means for the property market. Pete also runs through the week’s three biggest property news stories and answers listener questions. Topics Covered – Rate uncertainty and the opportunity for upgraders – APRA’s warning on investor lending hitting decade highs – Fastest price growth in two years and what’s next for buyers – Listener Q&A on extra repayments vs offsets and APRA’s investor crackdown Episode Resources<br> – Rate uncertainty leaves door open for upgraders –...
Can you buy off-market?
<p>In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Amy Lunardi from Amy Lunardi Property step you through their top 5 tips for buying a property with less time, cost, and stress.</p> <p><br>Here is what they discuss:<br></p> <p>How long should a property search ideally take? 1 to 6 months depending on how prepared you are and the search in question?</p> <p>What if it’s taking you longer, is that OK?</p> <p>What is the main issue stopping you from buying successfully?</p> <p>The top 5 issues li...
