{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Domain\u2019s 2027 Property Forecast: Which Markets Set to Rise and Fall | Dr Nicola Powell","description":" Australia\u2019s property market has changed gears again.   For the last few years, we\u2019ve had a market driven by strong population growth, a chronic shortage of homes, tight rental markets and buyers who were desperate to get in before prices moved further away from them.   But according to Domain\u2019s latest FY2027 Forecast Report, we\u2019re now entering a very different phase.   Sydney and Melbourne house prices are forecast to fall over the next year, and Canberra is also expected to soften.   At the same time, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth are still forecast to grow, although at a much slower pace than we\u2019ve seen over the last couple of years.   And interestingly, Domain expects units to outperform houses in many of our capital cities as affordability pressures reshape the way Australians buy property.   Now, I know some people will hear this and think, \u201cHere we go again, the market is about to fall.\u201d But that\u2019s not the way I see it.   This is not one national property market moving in one direction. It is a collection of very different markets, at different stages of their cycles, being influenced by interest rates, borrowing capacity, supply shortages, buyer confidence and changing investor behaviour.   And for property investors, that distinction matters.   Because averages can be misleading. Headlines can be dangerous. And forecasts are useful only if you understand the assumptions behind them.   Today I chat with Dr Nicola Powell about Australia\u2019s property market and the latest Domain forecast.   We unpack why the market is fragmenting across capital cities and what that means for buyers and investors.   We look at how interest rates, borrowing capacity, and rising supply are changing market conditions.   We discuss why houses and units are now moving in different directions, especially in Sydney and Melbourne.   We explore why long-term investors should focus on cycles, location, and strategy rather than short-term headlines.   Takeaways  \u2022 Australia\u2019s property market is fragmenting, with each capital city following different conditions. \u2022 Higher interest rates have reduced borrowing capacity and cooled buyer urgency. \u2022 Sydney and Melbourne are more sensitive to rate changes because prices are already high. \u2022 Rising supply is shifting negotiating power toward buyers in several markets. \u2022 Price downturns are usually shorter and milder than the growth phases before them. \u2022 Undersupply and construction costs continue to support medium-term property values. \u2022 Units are expected to outperform houses as affordability pressures intensify. \u2022 Well-located, owner-occupier-style apartments usually hold up better than investor stock. \u2022 Brisbane\u2019s rapid growth has pushed unit prices toward Sydney-level territory. \u2022 Long-term success comes from patience, quality buying, and riding market cycles.   Links and Resources:   Answer this week\u2019s trivia question here - https:\/\/www.propertytrivia.com.au\/ \u00b7        Win a hard copy of Michael Yardney's Guide to Investing Successfully. \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 Wealth Advisory to create a Strategic Wealth plan for your needs. Click here and have a chat with us     Michael Yardney Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here.   Dr Nicola Powell - Chief of Research & Economics for Domain: https:\/\/www.domain.com.au\/news\/author\/dr-nicola-powell\/   Domain\u2019s FY27 Forecast Report: https:\/\/www.domain.com.au\/research\/forecast-report-2027-1525739\/   Domain\u2019s Property Cycle Report: https:\/\/s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/ffx.adcentre.com.au\/domain\/2026\/QuickTakes\/Domain_PriceCycle_Jul2026.pdf     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 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":"