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  <title>The Real Driver of Property Prices (It’s Not Interest Rates) with Simon Kuestenmacher</title>
  <description>If you’ve been following the headlines, you’d be forgiven for thinking property markets rise and fall on the back of interest rates, government policy, or the latest migration numbers. &amp;amp;nbsp; But when you step back and look at what really drives long-term property performance, a different story starts to emerge. &amp;amp;nbsp; In fact, the biggest driver of property values isn’t what most commentators focus on at all. &amp;amp;nbsp; In today's show I speak with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher about the real drivers of property markets. &amp;amp;nbsp; We explore why employment, not just population growth, is crucial for property value growth. &amp;amp;nbsp; Simon and I discuss how job quality and security influence housing demand and investment. &amp;amp;nbsp; We analyse the impact of demographic trends and local economies on property strategies.  &amp;amp;nbsp;  Join us as we provide insights to help you make informed investment decisions.  &amp;amp;nbsp;  Takeaways  &amp;amp;nbsp; • Employment growth drives property values more than population increases. • Local economies and job security boost housing demand and confidence. • Dual-income households significantly impact property prices and market dynamics. • Infrastructure linked to jobs supports sustainable economic growth. • Industry diversity strengthens local economies and property markets. • High-income jobs in city centres attract property investment. • AI and hybrid work models reshape property location preferences. • Defense spending boosts property markets in specific regions. • Long-term planning is crucial for understanding job quality and local economies. • Skilled, high-income households drive property market growth. &amp;amp;nbsp; Links and Resources: &amp;amp;nbsp; Answer this week’s trivia question here -  https://www.propertytrivia.com.au/  •&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp; Win a hard copy of Negotiate, Influence, Persuade.  •&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp;&amp;amp;nbsp; Every entry receives a copy of a fully updated Michael Yardney Property Report.  &amp;amp;nbsp;   Michael Yardney – Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter  here   &amp;amp;nbsp; Get the team at  Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan.  Click here and have a chat with us. &amp;amp;nbsp;  Simon Kuestenmacher: Australia’s leading demographer and partner in the Demographics Group &amp;amp;nbsp; Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at:  www.PodcastBonus.com.au  &amp;amp;nbsp; &amp;amp;nbsp; Also, please subscribe to my other 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. &amp;amp;nbsp;  About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia  &amp;amp;nbsp;  The Australian property market doesn’t move in isolation - it’s shaped by demographics, economic forces and long-term structural trends.  &amp;amp;nbsp;  The Michael Yardney Podcast dives into:  • Australian economic outlook • Demographic trends shaping housing demand • Population growth and migration impacts • Housing affordability debates • Interest rates and inflation • Supply shortages and construction cycles • Government policy and property markets • Future trends in Australian real estate • Strategic property investment planning  &amp;amp;nbsp;  If you want to understand what’s really driving property prices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and around Australia, and how to position your portfolio for the future, this podcast delivers data-driven insights and practical strategy.  &amp;amp;nbsp;  Explore more at:https://propertyupdate.com.auhttps://metropole.com.au </description>
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