{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Property Prices Are FALLING \u2014 Is This The Crash That Some Predicted? | Dr.Andrew Wilson","description":" House prices are falling across most of our capital cities right now, and the rate of decline is actually picking up speed.   Now, I know what the headlines are going to say about that. They'll call it a crash, a correction, a crisis \u2014 and frankly, most of those headlines will be written to scare you, not inform you.   So what's really going on? Is this the beginning of something serious, or is this just a market catching its breath after three extraordinary years of growth?   Today, I cut through the noise as I am joined by Dr. Andrew Wilson Chief Economist at My Housing Market, who\u2019s been tracking Australian property cycles for decades. He's the person I turn to every month for the numbers that actually matter.   In this episode we discuss the latest shifts in Australia\u2019s property markets and what they mean for investors.   We unpack why capital city house prices are easing after a strong run, with higher rates, affordability pressure, and weaker confidence all playing a role.   We look at how Australia\u2019s property market remains highly fragmented, with some cities softening faster while others are still holding up well.   And we discuss why tight rental vacancies continue to push rents higher, even as buyers and sellers become more cautious.   We also explore why units are outperforming houses in many locations, and why that matters for investors navigating a winter market.   Takeaways    \u2022 Australia\u2019s market is pausing after strong gains, not entering a collapse. \u2022 Higher interest rates have reduced borrowing power and cooled buyer demand. \u2022 Affordability pressures are pushing many buyers out of expensive house markets. \u2022 Melbourne\u2019s top end has weakened, dragging broader median results lower. \u2022 Perth still shows strong annual growth despite a recent easing in momentum. \u2022 Units are outperforming houses in many capital city markets right now. \u2022 Low vacancy rates are continuing to put upward pressure on rents. \u2022 Chronic housing undersupply is the key long-term support for prices. \u2022 Strong migration is adding fresh demand to already tight housing markets. \u2022 Confidence usually returns before the spring selling season begins.   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. \u00b7        Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report \u2013 What\u2019s ahead for property for 2026 and beyond.   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at: www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property plan. Click here and have a chat with us.     Michael Yardney \u2013 Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here     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. Or click here: https:\/\/demographicsdecoded.com.au\/   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 property market updates \u2022 Property investment strategies in Australia \u2022 Melbourne property market trends \u2022 Sydney property market forecasts \u2022 Brisbane property investment opportunities \u2022 Capital growth property strategies \u2022 Property cycles in Australia \u2022 Negative gearing and tax strategy \u2022 Interest rates and their impact on property \u2022 Buyer\u2019s agent insights and investment planning   If you\u2019re serious about building a high-performance property portfolio and creating financial freedom through real estate, this podcast will give you the clarity and strategy you need.   Learn 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":"