What does the 2025 federal budget mean for WA’s Housing & Wallets?

Today, I’m breaking down the 2025 Federal Budget from foreign buyer bans and updates on shared equity scheme and modular housing, I’ll unpack what’s worth your attention—and what’s just noise.

We’ll also look at how these changes stack up against the opposition’s plans and what they reveal about the road to the next election.

If you're a property owner, investor, or just keen to understand what’s behind the headlines, this episode is for you.

And just quickly—are you getting my email updates yet? If not, you're missing out on our suburb intelligence reports tailored to your areas of interest, plus exclusive invites to our events, webinars, and workshops. Head to investorsedge.com.au/join to get on the list.

Let’s go inside.

 

 

 

Resource Links:
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Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

 

 

 

Episode Highlights:
Intro [00:00]
Federal Budget Announcements and Property Market Impact [03:46]
Alternative Housing Construction and Shared Equity Scheme [04:22]
Income Caps and Housing Policies [06:48]
Cost of Living and Medicare Funding [09:05]
Political Landscape and Future Elections [10:32]

 

Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.

 

 

 

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What does the 2025 federal budget mean for WA&rsquo;s Housing &amp; Wallets?
Today, I&rsquo;m breaking down the 2025 Federal Budget from foreign buyer bans and updates on shared equity scheme and modular housing, I&rsquo;ll unpack what&rsquo;s worth your attention&mdash;and what&rsquo;s just noise.
We&rsquo;ll also look at how these changes stack up against the opposition&rsquo;s plans and what they reveal about the road to the next election.
If you're a property owner, investor, or just keen to understand what&rsquo;s behind the headlines, this episode is for you.
And just quickly&mdash;are you getting my email updates yet? If not, you're missing out on our suburb intelligence reports tailored to your areas of interest, plus exclusive invites to our events, webinars, and workshops. Head to <a href="http://investorsedge.com.au/join">investorsedge.com.au/join</a> to get on the list.
Let&rsquo;s go inside.
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Resource Links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property &nbsp;(<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors">https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join Jarrad Mahon&rsquo;s Property Investor Update (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/</a>)</li>
</ul>
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Episode Highlights:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Intro [00:00]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Federal Budget Announcements and Property Market Impact [03:46]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Alternative Housing Construction and Shared Equity Scheme [04:22]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Income Caps and Housing Policies [06:48]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cost of Living and Medicare Funding [09:05]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Political Landscape and Future Elections [10:32]</li>
</ol>
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Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.
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Connect with Perth Property Insider:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on YouTube: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu">https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Like us on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge">https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge</a></li>
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Jarrad Mahon is the go-to guy in property management and investment in Perth and the owner of Investors Edge Real Estate, giving you his insider view on the Perth market and the strategies needed for you to grow your wealth and improve your life. All you need to do is to stay tuned!

Perth Property Insider Podcast

Jarrad Mahon is the go-to guy in property management and investment in Perth and the owner of Investors Edge Real Estate. Tune in to get his insider view on the Perth market and the strategies needed for you to grow your wealth and improve your life.

Jarrad Mahon is the go-to guy in property management and investment in Perth and the owner of Investors Edge Real Estate. Tune in to get his insider view on the Perth market and the strategies needed for you to grow your wealth and improve your life.

Federal Budget Breakdown: What It Means for WA's Housing & Wallets

What if the next 5 years could completely change your life? Most people think they fail their goals because they’re too big… When the truth is, they fail because they quit too early or they lack a system.

This episode reveals the 5-year system built on daily habits, tracking, and a framework that turns achieving overwhelming goals into a focused daily practice.

In this powerful interview, bestselling author of The Wealthy Gardener, John Soforic, shares the principles behind his journey from $250,000 in debt to full financial freedom. John also shares the CRUSADES framework from his new book, The Five-Year Crusade, that anyone can use to do the same.

Whether you're building wealth, growing a business, or trying to stay consistent with your goals, you’ll hear the real reasons people give up on big goals - and what to do instead.

Tune in to discover:

✅The ideal timeframe to transform your life (it might be less than you think)

✅The hidden danger of comfort and drifting after hitting a big milestone

✅The only two things that actually drive real results

✅5 "self-shackles" silently keeping you stuck… and how to break free

✅How to build discipline and consistency without relying on motivation

✅What sacrifice really looks like when you're chasing financial freedom

✅A simple exercise that reveals exactly what's competing with your biggest goal

Key moments:

00:00:00 Intro
00:01:00 The 5-Year Plan for Success
00:05:00 Why Success Leads to Drifting - And How to Avoid It
00:10:20 Unlocking Your Full Potential (“Power Within”)
00:13:00 The 5 “Self Shackles” Holding You Back
00:17:00 Why Tracking Your Habits Changes Everything
00:18:20 Quitting Alcohol & Hidden Self-Sabotage
00:20:40 Why 5 Years Is the Perfect Timeframe for Success
00:22:40 The CRUSADES Framework (Step-by-Step System)
00:24:00 Is Success Worth the Sacrifice? 
00:28:00 Why Most People Fail Their Goals
00:31:40 Daily Habits vs Time: What Actually Drives Success
00:35:20 Why Extra Hours Create Financial Freedom
00:38:00 How to Start Your 5-Year Transformation Today
00:40:00 The Power of Expectation, Faith & Mindset
00:43:00 The Reality of Failure (A Powerful Warning)

If you're ready to stop drifting and start building toward a life that uses your full potential, hit play now.

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About The Guest

John Soforic is the bestselling author of The Wealthy Gardener, named the #1 Personal Finance Book of 2020 by The College Investor. A chiropractor by trade, John worked his way from $250,000 in student debt to full financial freedom through disciplined daily habits and strategic use of his free time. He now writes about the principles behind that transformation. His latest books include The Five-Year Crusade, Daily Crusade, and The Stars Who Quit Drinking. He also created the free Crusaders Tracker app to help others follow the same system. Learn more at wealthygardener.com.

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Connect With John 

https://wealthygardener.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-soforic-727b94140/ 

https://www.youtube.com/@thewealthygardener1271 

https://www.facebook.com/p/John-Soforic-100063287405745/ 

https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511 

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Resource Link
Previous episodes with John Soforic (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-169-the-wealthy-gardeners-life-lessons-on-prosperity-with-john-soforic/ and )
Access John Soforic’s books & resources on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511)
Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

-

Connect with Perth Property Insider:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgT9-gB6RS69xSgc8J9KrOw 

https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge 

What if the next 5 years could completely change your life? Most people think they fail their goals because they&rsquo;re too big&hellip; When the truth is, they fail because they quit too early or they lack a system.
This episode reveals the 5-year system built on daily habits, tracking, and a framework that turns achieving overwhelming goals into a focused daily practice.
In this powerful interview, bestselling author of The Wealthy Gardener, John Soforic, shares the principles behind his journey from $250,000 in debt to full financial freedom. John also shares the CRUSADES framework from his new book, The Five-Year Crusade, that anyone can use to do the same.
Whether you're building wealth, growing a business, or trying to stay consistent with your goals, you&rsquo;ll hear the real reasons people give up on big goals - and what to do instead.
Tune in to discover:
✅The ideal timeframe to transform your life (it might be less than you think)
✅The hidden danger of comfort and drifting after hitting a big milestone
✅The only two things that actually drive real results
✅5 "self-shackles" silently keeping you stuck&hellip; and how to break free
✅How to build discipline and consistency without relying on motivation
✅What sacrifice really looks like when you're chasing financial freedom
✅A simple exercise that reveals exactly what's competing with your biggest goal
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 The 5-Year Plan for Success 00:05:00 Why Success Leads to Drifting - And How to Avoid It 00:10:20 Unlocking Your Full Potential (&ldquo;Power Within&rdquo;) 00:13:00 The 5 &ldquo;Self Shackles&rdquo; Holding You Back 00:17:00 Why Tracking Your Habits Changes Everything 00:18:20 Quitting Alcohol &amp; Hidden Self-Sabotage 00:20:40 Why 5 Years Is the Perfect Timeframe for Success 00:22:40 The CRUSADES Framework (Step-by-Step System) 00:24:00 Is Success Worth the Sacrifice? 00:28:00 Why Most People Fail Their Goals 00:31:40 Daily Habits vs Time: What Actually Drives Success 00:35:20 Why Extra Hours Create Financial Freedom 00:38:00 How to Start Your 5-Year Transformation Today 00:40:00 The Power of Expectation, Faith &amp; Mindset 00:43:00 The Reality of Failure (A Powerful Warning)
If you're ready to stop drifting and start building toward a life that uses your full potential, hit play now.
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About The Guest
John Soforic is the bestselling author of The Wealthy Gardener, named the #1 Personal Finance Book of 2020 by The College Investor. A chiropractor by trade, John worked his way from $250,000 in student debt to full financial freedom through disciplined daily habits and strategic use of his free time. He now writes about the principles behind that transformation. His latest books include The Five-Year Crusade, Daily Crusade, and The Stars Who Quit Drinking. He also created the free Crusaders Tracker app to help others follow the same system. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="http://wealthygardener.com">wealthygardener.com</a>.
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Connect With John&nbsp;
<a href="https://wealthygardener.com/">https://wealthygardener.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-soforic-727b94140/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-soforic-727b94140/</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thewealthygardener1271">https://www.youtube.com/@thewealthygardener1271</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/John-Soforic-100063287405745/">https://www.facebook.com/p/John-Soforic-100063287405745/</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511">https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511</a>&nbsp;
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Resource Link
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Previous episodes with John Soforic (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/episode-169-the-wealthy-gardeners-life-lessons-on-prosperity-with-john-soforic/ and )</li>
<li aria-level="1">Access John Soforic&rsquo;s books &amp; resources on Amazon (<a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511">https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B07JG7L511</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property &nbsp;(<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (<a href="http://investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors">https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join Jarrad Mahon&rsquo;s Property Investor Update (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/</a>)</li>
</ul>
-
Connect with Perth Property Insider:
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgT9-gB6RS69xSgc8J9KrOw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgT9-gB6RS69xSgc8J9KrOw</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge">https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge</a>&nbsp;

He Went From $250K in Debt to Financial Freedom (His Daily System Revealed) | John Soforic

Most investors quit right before compounding starts to work.

The first 10 years of investing can feel slow… and that’s completely normal.

In this episode, I sit down with financial adviser and Investopoly podcast host Stuart Wemyss to break down how wealth is actually built over time.

We talk about:
• Why early progress often comes from your contributions, not returns
 • Why chasing shiny opportunities destroys long-term wealth
• The 3-part wealth equation that drives extraordinary results

If you feel like you're doing the right things but progress feels slow, this conversation is a powerful reminder to stay patient and play the long game. 🚀

Let’s go inside!

 

Resource Links:
Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

 

Episode Highlights:
Intro [00:00]
Challenges of Investment Noise [01:38]
Importance of Discipline and Evidence-Based Investing [03:13]
Personal Experience with Financial Advice [03:47]
Warren Buffett’s Rule for Protecting Wealth [05:55]
Understanding the Wealth Equation and Surplus Cash Flow [08:26]
Systemisation and Automation of Cash Flow [16:23]
Investment Efficiency and Choosing the Right Asset Classes [18:52]
Behavioural Finance and Emotional Drivers in Investing [26:54]
Speculation Versus True Investing [29:33]
Final Thoughts on Time, Compounding, and Long-Term Wealth [35:55]

Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.

 

About the Guest:
Stuart Wemyss is a qualified chartered accountant, independent financial adviser, and mortgage broker with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He is the founder of ProSolution Private Clients, an award-winning boutique financial advisory firm established in 2002 that specialises in property investment advice and mortgage broking. Stuart is a successful property investor and author of two books on property investment, including the bestseller Investopoly. He is known for providing holistic, trustworthy, and independent advice, regularly sharing his expertise through media appearances, podcasts, and educational content to help clients achieve successful property investment outcomes. Based in Melbourne, Stuart combines his professional expertise with a commitment to empowering investors with unbiased information

 

Connect with Stuart:
Investopoly Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/@investopolypodcast/podcasts) 
ProSolution Private Office (https://prosolution.com.au/) 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwemyss/
X: https://x.com/stuartwemyss?lang=en

 

Connect with Perth Property Insider:
Subscribe on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge

Most investors quit right before compounding starts to work.
The first 10 years of investing can feel slow&hellip; and that&rsquo;s completely normal.
In this episode, I sit down with financial adviser and Investopoly podcast host Stuart Wemyss to break down how wealth is actually built over time.
We talk about: &bull; Why early progress often comes from your contributions, not returns &bull; Why chasing shiny opportunities destroys long-term wealth &bull; The 3-part wealth equation that drives extraordinary results
If you feel like you're doing the right things but progress feels slow, this conversation is a powerful reminder to stay patient and play the long game. 🚀
Let&rsquo;s go inside!
&nbsp;
Resource Links:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property &nbsp;(<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (<a href="http://investorsedge.com.au/join">investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors">https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Join Jarrad Mahon&rsquo;s Property Investor Update (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/</a>)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Episode Highlights:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Intro [00:00]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Challenges of Investment Noise [01:38]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Importance of Discipline and Evidence-Based Investing [03:13]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Personal Experience with Financial Advice [03:47]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Warren Buffett&rsquo;s Rule for Protecting Wealth [05:55]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Understanding the Wealth Equation and Surplus Cash Flow [08:26]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Systemisation and Automation of Cash Flow [16:23]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Investment Efficiency and Choosing the Right Asset Classes [18:52]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Behavioural Finance and Emotional Drivers in Investing [26:54]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Speculation Versus True Investing [29:33]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Final Thoughts on Time, Compounding, and Long-Term Wealth [35:55]</li>
</ol>
Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.
&nbsp;
About the Guest: Stuart Wemyss is a qualified chartered accountant, independent financial adviser, and mortgage broker with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He is the founder of ProSolution Private Clients, an award-winning boutique financial advisory firm established in 2002 that specialises in property investment advice and mortgage broking. Stuart is a successful property investor and author of two books on property investment, including the bestseller Investopoly. He is known for providing holistic, trustworthy, and independent advice, regularly sharing his expertise through media appearances, podcasts, and educational content to help clients achieve successful property investment outcomes. Based in Melbourne, Stuart combines his professional expertise with a commitment to empowering investors with unbiased information
&nbsp;
Connect with Stuart:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Investopoly Podcast (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@investopolypodcast/podcasts">https://www.youtube.com/@investopolypodcast/podcasts</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">ProSolution Private Office (<a href="https://prosolution.com.au/">https://prosolution.com.au/</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwemyss/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwemyss/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">X: <a href="https://x.com/stuartwemyss?lang=en">https://x.com/stuartwemyss?lang=en</a></li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Connect with Perth Property Insider:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on YouTube: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu">https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge">https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge</a></li>
</ul>

How Life Changing Wealth Is Actually Built (And Why Most People Get Distracted) with Stuart Wemyss

I've got my good friend Michael Yardney on the show 🎙️, because there's a lot to be worried about everywhere we look at the moment 🤔, potentially.

And Michael's been through over four decades of investing ⏳, seen a lot of these things come up in different ways, shapes and forms before. So I wanted to get him on to give us some larger perspective 📊 as to what we should be worried about and what we shouldn't.

But it also raises an important question ❓

What if the biggest headlines worrying investors right now are actually creating the next wave of opportunity 🚀?

Interest rate rises 📈
Capital gains tax reform discussions 💰
Political uncertainty 🏛️
Global economic noise 🌍

Everywhere you look 👀, there seems to be another reason to pause or panic 😬.

So in this episode 🎧, Michael and I unpack what rising interest rates 📊 and potential CGT changes could really mean for Australian property investors 🏡 heading into 2026 📆.

Rather than reacting to short term news 📰, we talk about how experienced investors are positioning themselves for the next phase of the property cycle 🔄 and why periods of uncertainty can often create the best opportunities 💡.

If you're trying to make sense of what's really happening beneath the headlines 🧠 and how to make smarter investment decisions in today's market 💼, you're going to get a lot out of this conversation.

Let’s go inside 👇🎙️

 

Resource Links:
Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)


Episode Highlights:
Intro [00:00]
Interest Rates and Market Uncertainty [00:40]
Impact of Interest Rate Rises [02:45]
Cost of Living Pressures and Market Tipping Points [06:30]
Capital Gains Tax Reform and Policy Uncertainty [09:23]
Rental Markets and Legislative Changes [18:32]
Investment Strategies and Market Opportunities [25:52]
The Importance of a Long Term Investment Mindset [31:04]

Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.


About the Guest:
Michael Yardney is widely recognized as one of Australia’s leading authorities on wealth creation through property investment and the psychology of success. With over 50 years of experience, he is the founder and CEO of Metropole Property Strategists, a firm that has been involved in billions of dollars worth of property transactions and asset management. Yardney is a best-selling author of nine books, five of which have reached #1 bestseller status, and he hosts the popular Michael Yardney Podcast, where he shares insights on property investment, success, and money. He has been voted among Australia’s top 50 influential thought leaders and has consistently been recognised as the country’s leading property investment advisor. Beyond theory, Yardney is an active property investor and developer, mentoring thousands of investors and regularly contributing expert commentary to major media outlets and property publications


Connect with Michael:
Website: https://michaelyardney.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelYardney
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyardney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelyardney/
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I've got my good friend Michael Yardney on the show 🎙️, because there's a lot to be worried about everywhere we look at the moment 🤔, potentially.
And Michael's been through over four decades of investing ⏳, seen a lot of these things come up in different ways, shapes and forms before. So I wanted to get him on to give us some larger perspective 📊 as to what we should be worried about and what we shouldn't.
But it also raises an important question ❓
What if the biggest headlines worrying investors right now are actually creating the next wave of opportunity 🚀?
Interest rate rises 📈 Capital gains tax reform discussions 💰 Political uncertainty 🏛️ Global economic noise 🌍
Everywhere you look 👀, there seems to be another reason to pause or panic 😬.
So in this episode 🎧, Michael and I unpack what rising interest rates 📊 and potential CGT changes could really mean for Australian property investors 🏡 heading into 2026 📆.
Rather than reacting to short term news 📰, we talk about how experienced investors are positioning themselves for the next phase of the property cycle 🔄 and why periods of uncertainty can often create the best opportunities 💡.
If you're trying to make sense of what's really happening beneath the headlines 🧠 and how to make smarter investment decisions in today's market 💼, you're going to get a lot out of this conversation.
Let&rsquo;s go inside 👇🎙️
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 Episode Highlights:
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<li aria-level="1">Intro [00:00]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Interest Rates and Market Uncertainty [00:40]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Impact of Interest Rate Rises [02:45]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cost of Living Pressures and Market Tipping Points [06:30]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Capital Gains Tax Reform and Policy Uncertainty [09:23]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Rental Markets and Legislative Changes [18:32]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Investment Strategies and Market Opportunities [25:52]</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Importance of a Long Term Investment Mindset [31:04]</li>
</ol>
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 About the Guest: Michael Yardney is widely recognized as one of Australia&rsquo;s leading authorities on wealth creation through property investment and the psychology of success. With over 50 years of experience, he is the founder and CEO of Metropole Property Strategists, a firm that has been involved in billions of dollars worth of property transactions and asset management. Yardney is a best-selling author of nine books, five of which have reached #1 bestseller status, and he hosts the popular Michael Yardney Podcast, where he shares insights on property investment, success, and money. He has been voted among Australia&rsquo;s top 50 influential thought leaders and has consistently been recognised as the country&rsquo;s leading property investment advisor. Beyond theory, Yardney is an active property investor and developer, mentoring thousands of investors and regularly contributing expert commentary to major media outlets and property publications
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