Is Australian inflation really cooling, or is the worst still ahead for borrowers and property investors?

The headlines say one thing. Yet the Reserve Bank of Australia is saying something very different. 

And the difference between those two stories will shape interest rates, mortgage repayments, and the Australian property market for the next 12 months.

In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon breaks down the latest Australian inflation data, the RBA's next move on interest rates, and what it all means for property investors, borrowers, and homeowners across Australia.

Whilst headline inflation has started to ease, the bigger issue is underlying inflation - especially services inflation, rental pressure, wage growth, housing shortages, and government spending. 

Hit play to get the full picture before the next RBA announcement, and learn what every property investor in Australia needs to do right now to stay ahead.

In this video, we cover:

✅The truth about inflation and whether it's really under control
✅Why the RBA may hold interest rates higher for longer in 2026
✅Headline inflation vs underlying inflation (and the one number the RBA actually watches)
✅How rental inflation and the Australian housing shortage are pushing CPI up
✅Why federal government spending may be working against the RBA
✅How fuel prices, energy costs, and the Iran conflict are feeding Australian inflation
✅What higher interest rates really mean for Australian borrowers and property investors
✅The important metrics that now matter more than capital growth

Key moments:

00:00:00 Intro
00:03:00 Headline vs underlying
00:05:40 RBA cautious thinking
00:08:40 The government spending problem
00:11:50 Tax uncertainty
00:15:10 Energy transition costs
00:16:40 What happens next
00:19:50 Investor takeaway

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• Take our Property Investor Readiness Scorecard to uncover your blind spots and make smarter investment decisions before you buy: https://investorsedge.scoreapp.com/
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• 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/)

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Is Australian inflation really cooling, or is the worst still ahead for borrowers and property investors?
The headlines say one thing. Yet the Reserve Bank of Australia is saying something very different.&nbsp;
And the difference between those two stories will shape interest rates, mortgage repayments, and the Australian property market for the next 12 months.
In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon breaks down the latest Australian inflation data, the RBA's next move on interest rates, and what it all means for property investors, borrowers, and homeowners across Australia.
Whilst headline inflation has started to ease, the bigger issue is underlying inflation - especially services inflation, rental pressure, wage growth, housing shortages, and government spending.&nbsp;
Hit play to get the full picture before the next RBA announcement, and learn what every property investor in Australia needs to do right now to stay ahead.
In this video, we cover:
✅The truth about inflation and whether it's really under control ✅Why the RBA may hold interest rates higher for longer in 2026 ✅Headline inflation vs underlying inflation (and the one number the RBA actually watches) ✅How rental inflation and the Australian housing shortage are pushing CPI up ✅Why federal government spending may be working against the RBA ✅How fuel prices, energy costs, and the Iran conflict are feeding Australian inflation ✅What higher interest rates really mean for Australian borrowers and property investors ✅The important metrics that now matter more than capital growth
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:03:00 Headline vs underlying 00:05:40 RBA cautious thinking 00:08:40 The government spending problem 00:11:50 Tax uncertainty 00:15:10 Energy transition costs 00:16:40 What happens next 00:19:50 Investor takeaway
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Resource Link
&bull; Get your Rental Health Score now to ensure your Perth rental property is optimised for returns and sleeping well at night <a href="https://rentalhealth.scoreapp.com/">https://rentalhealth.scoreapp.com/&nbsp;</a> Would you like to get clear on your current property&rsquo;s outlook and the best strategy for you? Email Jarrad for your Strategic Property Review:<a href="mailto:jarrad@investorsedge.com.au"> jarrad@investorsedge.com.au</a>&nbsp; &bull; 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>) &bull; Take our Property Investor Readiness Scorecard to uncover your blind spots and make smarter investment decisions before you buy: <a href="https://investorsedge.scoreapp.com/">https://investorsedge.scoreapp.com/</a> &bull; View upcoming property investor webinars, events, and networking sessions: <a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/events/">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/events/&nbsp;</a> &bull; Thinking of selling? Get expert advice on timing and strategy <a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/appraisal">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/appraisal&nbsp;</a> &bull; Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>)&nbsp; &bull; Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors">https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors</a>) &bull; Join Jarrad Mahon&rsquo;s Property Investor Update with insights on your suburbs of interest (<a href="https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join">https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join</a>) &bull; 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>) &bull; 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>)
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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.