This episode kicks off the year with a reality check on Perth property, what truly happened in 2025, and what smart investors should be watching closely in 2026.

I unpack why the market behaved the way it did, not just the headlines. Prices rose, rents stayed tight, incentives ramped up, and interest rates finally shifted direction, triggering one of the biggest psychological changes we’ve seen in years. How first home buyer policies pulled demand forward, why units outperformed houses, and what the latest data really means for investors, homeowners, and first home buyers.

From market fundamentals to supply constraints, yields, vacancy rates, land availability, APRA lending caps, interest rate risks, and three possible scenarios for 2026. I walk through what matters, what doesn’t, and where strategy becomes your edge. If you want to invest smarter in Perth property, this is the episode to catch up on.

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Episode Highlights:
Intro [00:00]
Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Forward to 2026 [01:33]
Impact of State and Federal Elections on Perth Property [02:16]
Price and Rent Changes in 2025 [08:29]
Forecasts and Predictions for 2026 [13:55]
Risk Factors and Policy Changes for 2026 [17:28]
Conclusion and Strategic Planning for 2026 [23:58]

 

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This episode kicks off the year with a reality check on Perth property, what truly happened in 2025, and what smart investors should be watching closely in 2026.
I unpack why the market behaved the way it did, not just the headlines. Prices rose, rents stayed tight, incentives ramped up, and interest rates finally shifted direction, triggering one of the biggest psychological changes we&rsquo;ve seen in years. How first home buyer policies pulled demand forward, why units outperformed houses, and what the latest data really means for investors, homeowners, and first home buyers.
From market fundamentals to supply constraints, yields, vacancy rates, land availability, APRA lending caps, interest rate risks, and three possible scenarios for 2026. I walk through what matters, what doesn&rsquo;t, and where strategy becomes your edge. If you want to invest smarter in Perth property, this is the episode to catch up on.
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">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>
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Episode Highlights:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Intro [00:00]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Forward to 2026 [01:33]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Impact of State and Federal Elections on Perth Property [02:16]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Price and Rent Changes in 2025 [08:29]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Forecasts and Predictions for 2026 [13:55]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Risk Factors and Policy Changes for 2026 [17:28]</li>
<li aria-level="1">Conclusion and Strategic Planning for 2026 [23:58]</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&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:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge">https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge</a></li>
</ul>

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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. 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.