{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Next Phase Of Australia\u2019s Property Market Has Begun | Dr Nicola Powell","description":"Australia\u2019s property markets are still rising, but the cracks are starting to show.   Not the type of cracks that suggest a collapse, but the type that tell us the next stage of the cycle will reward careful, strategic investors and punish those chasing yesterday\u2019s hot spots.   According to Domain\u2019s latest House Price Report, most capital cities reached new highs in the March quarter, but the pace of growth has slowed sharply since late last year.   At the same time, Domain\u2019s Rental Report shows vacancy rates have fallen to a record low nationally, yet many renters simply can\u2019t afford to keep paying more.   So we have a fascinating contradiction. There\u2019s still not enough housing and there are still plenty of buyers and tenants.   But borrowing capacity and rental affordability are now acting like speed limits on the market.   Today I\u2019m joined by Dr Nicola Powell, Domain\u2019s Chief of Research and Economics, to help us understand what\u2019s really going on beneath the headlines, what this means for buyers, sellers, tenants and investors, and where the opportunities and risks are likely to be in the next stage of the cycle.   We explore how interest rate changes and government policies are influencing market trends and affordability.   We discuss the regional variations in property performance and the implications for investors.   And we analyse the impact of supply constraints and population growth on housing demand.   Join us as we provide strategies for navigating the evolving property landscape in Australia.   Takeaways  Interest rates are reshaping property market dynamics. Government policies impact housing affordability. Regional property performance varies significantly. Supply constraints drive housing demand. Population growth influences market trends. Strategic investing requires understanding local conditions. Long-term fundamentals support market resilience. Auction clearance rates reflect buyer sentiment. Rental markets face affordability challenges. Informed decisions require continuous market education.   Links and Resources:   Answer this week\u2019s trivia question here - https:\/\/www.propertytrivia.com.au\/ \u00b7        Win a hard copy of How To Grow A Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio In Your Spare Time. Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report. \u00b7        Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report \u2013 What\u2019s ahead for property for 2026 and beyond.   Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan. Click here and have a chat with us.   Michael Yardney - Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here     Dr Nicola Powell - Chief of Research and Economics at Domain: https:\/\/www.domain.com.au\/news\/author\/dr-nicola-powell\/   Domain\u2019s House Price Report: https:\/\/www.domain.com.au\/research\/house-price-report\/march-2026\/   Domain\u2019s Rental Report:  https:\/\/www.domain.com.au\/research\/rental-report\/march-2026\/   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at: www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Join Michael Yardney, plus a team of experts, at Wealth Retreat 2026 on the Gold Coast in May. Find out more about it here and register your interest www.wealthretreat.com.au It's Australia's premier event for successful investors and business people.     Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher \u2013 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.   About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia   The Michael Yardney Podcast is one of Australia\u2019s leading property investment podcasts, helping investors understand the Australian property market and build long-term wealth through strategic property investing.   Each week we explore: \u2022 Australian economic outlook\u2022 Demographic trends shaping housing demand\u2022 Population growth and migration impacts\u2022 Housing affordability debates\u2022 Interest rates and inflation\u2022 Supply shortages and construction cycles\u2022 Government policy and property markets\u2022 Future trends in Australian real estate\u2022 Strategic property investment planning   If you want to understand what\u2019s 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. Explore more at:https:\/\/propertyupdate.com.auhttps:\/\/metropole.com.au ","author_name":"Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/michaelyardneypodcast.com.au","html":"