If you think 2025 was a property boom, you’ve been lied to.

Prices did rise — but not because Australia suddenly got richer, smarter or more confident. In this episode of Get Invested, Bushy Martin dismantles the popular boom narrative and explains why 2025 was really a policy-driven bottleneck that quietly rewarded a small group of prepared investors — while leaving many others exposed.

Bushy breaks down how record-low listings, decade-low construction, surging migration and government-engineered price bands combined to create intense pressure in very specific parts of the market. The result? Some Australians made a year’s wage in equity without fanfare, while others chased hotspots, followed influencers, and overpaid for the wrong property in the wrong location — often without realising it yet.

In this solo episode, Bushy reveals the three real forces that pushed prices higher even as affordability hit rock bottom, why 2025 was never an “equal boom”, and how national policy settings funnelled buyers into the same narrow price band — creating artificial competition in so-called “affordable” markets.

He also revisits his proven 3 I’s (Infrastructure, Incomes, Industry) and 3 P’s (People, Property, Position) framework, showing why fundamentals — not FOMO — explained where growth actually occurred. Most importantly, Bushy outlines why strategy must come before location, and why borderless analysis paired with strong local execution is the smarter way to invest.

Stick with Bushy to the end and you’ll walk away with a clear, practical three-step checklist you can use before buying anything in 2026 — because next year isn’t about prediction, it’s about positioning.

This episode is essential listening for investors who want to live by design, not by default.

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Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour!

Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course

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About Get Invested, a Property Hub show

Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential.

Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them.

Subscribe now on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free.

For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.

If you think 2025 was a property boom, you&rsquo;ve been lied to.
Prices did rise &mdash; but not because Australia suddenly got richer, smarter or more confident. In this episode of Get Invested, Bushy Martin dismantles the popular boom narrative and explains why 2025 was really a policy-driven bottleneck that quietly rewarded a small group of prepared investors &mdash; while leaving many others exposed.
Bushy breaks down how record-low listings, decade-low construction, surging migration and government-engineered price bands combined to create intense pressure in very specific parts of the market. The result? Some Australians made a year&rsquo;s wage in equity without fanfare, while others chased hotspots, followed influencers, and overpaid for the wrong property in the wrong location &mdash; often without realising it yet.
In this solo episode, Bushy reveals the three real forces that pushed prices higher even as affordability hit rock bottom, why 2025 was never an &ldquo;equal boom&rdquo;, and how national policy settings funnelled buyers into the same narrow price band &mdash; creating artificial competition in so-called &ldquo;affordable&rdquo; markets.
He also revisits his proven 3 I&rsquo;s (Infrastructure, Incomes, Industry) and 3 P&rsquo;s (People, Property, Position) framework, showing why fundamentals &mdash; not FOMO &mdash; explained where growth actually occurred. Most importantly, Bushy outlines why strategy must come before location, and why borderless analysis paired with strong local execution is the smarter way to invest.
Stick with Bushy to the end and you&rsquo;ll walk away with a clear, practical three-step checklist you can use before buying anything in 2026 &mdash; because next year isn&rsquo;t about prediction, it&rsquo;s about positioning.
This episode is essential listening for investors who want to live by design, not by default.
Take the next step with Bushy
Personal Solutions Session
Get clarity and personalised guidance: <a href="https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12550363&amp;appointmentType=category:Let%27s%20Connect%20you%20with%20Bushy%20Martin%20%28PSS%2FPMS%29">Book now</a>
Property W.E.A.L.T.H Program - live now!
Be first to access discounts + free Module 1: <a href="https://courses.bushymartin.com.au/property-wealth">Find out more</a> https://courses.bushymartin.com.au/property-wealth
Find your Freedom Formula
Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour!
<a href="https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course">Find out more</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course">https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course</a>
Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player.
Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the<a href="https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau"> Property Hub</a> community at<a href="https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau"> linktr.ee/propertyhubau</a>
Get property investment and wealth resources, and book a <a href="https://knowhowgroup.as.me/schedule/c660dda5/appointment/24325294/calendar/675356?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=24325294">Personal Solution Session</a> with Bushy.
All the links and info are here:<a href="https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau"> linktr.ee/propertyhubau</a>
About Get Invested, a Property Hub show
Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full &lsquo;self, health and wealth&rsquo; potential.
Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia&rsquo;s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them.
Subscribe now on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/get-invested/id1363808121"> Apple Podcasts</a>,<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1mKuLEYZNG1jS8TMGStM0P"> Spotify</a> and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxTBfhLIAHCwgQUROmQBaDw"> YouTube</a> to get every Get Invested episode each week for free.
For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.

Property Hub is your home for property investment insights, inspiration and stories from Australia’s top property experts, investors, leaders and analysts. Created by top property investment commentators Bushy Martin and Kevin Turner, Property Hub brings together two of Australia’s most popular weekly podcasts for property investors under one roof, RealtyTalk and Get Invested.  RealtyTalk is your trusted voice in property investment and Australia’s most popular online property show. ​​Get the latest, red hot property investing news and insights direct from Australia’s property industry leaders and influencers every week. Get Invested is the leading podcast for Australians who want to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. You’ll hear the inspiring stories, practical know-how and lessons learned from some of the country’s most successful property investors, founders and entrepreneurs who not only invest well, but live by design.  Both shows are hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle. Subscribe to Property Hub on your favourite podcast player, and get two powerful episodes delivered to you each week. More Realty Talk episodes and info: https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau  More Get Invested episodes and info: https://bushymartin.com.au/podcasts Property Hub is a collaboration between Bushy Martin from KnowHow Property, Kevin Turner from Realty, Andrew Montesi from Apiro Marketing and Apiro Media, and Australia’s largest independent podcast network DM Media.  Business and partnership enquiries: podcasts@dm.org.au

Property Hub is your home for property investment insights, inspiration and stories from Australia’s top property experts, investors, leaders and analysts. Created by top property investment commentators Bushy Martin and Kevin Turner, Property Hub brings together two of Australia’s most popular weekly podcasts for property investors under one roof, RealtyTalk and Get Invested.  RealtyTalk is your trusted voice in property investment and Australia’s most popular online property show. ​​Get the latest, red hot property investing news and insights direct from Australia’s property industry leaders and influencers every week. Get Invested is the leading podcast for Australians who want to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. You’ll hear the inspiring stories, practical know-how and lessons learned from some of the country’s most successful property investors, founders and entrepreneurs who not only invest well, but live by design.  Both shows are hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle. Subscribe to Property Hub on your favourite podcast player, and get two powerful episodes delivered to you each week. More Realty Talk episodes and info: <a href="https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau">https://linktr.ee/propertyhubau</a>  More Get Invested episodes and info: https://bushymartin.com.au/podcasts Property Hub is a collaboration between Bushy Martin from KnowHow Property, Kevin Turner from Realty, Andrew Montesi from Apiro Marketing and Apiro Media, and Australia’s largest independent podcast network DM Media.  Business and partnership enquiries: podcasts@dm.org.au

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Property Hub is your home for property investment insights, inspiration and stories from Australia’s top property experts, investors, leaders and analysts.
Created by top property investment commentators Bushy Martin and Kevin Turner, Property Hub brings together two of Australia’s most popular weekly podcasts for property investors under one roof, RealtyTalk and Get Invested. 

RealtyTalk is your trusted voice in property investment and Australia’s most popular online property show. ​​Get the latest, red hot property investing news and insights direct from Australia’s property industry leaders and influencers every week.

Get Invested is the leading podcast for Australians who want to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. You’ll hear the inspiring stories, practical know-how and lessons learned from some of the country’s most successful property investors, founders and entrepreneurs who not only invest well, but live by design. 

Both shows are hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle.

Subscribe to Property Hub on your favourite podcast player, and get two powerful episodes delivered to you each week.

More Realty Talk episodes and info: https://channels.realty.com.au/realtytalk/

More Get Invested episodes and info: https://bushymartin.com.au/podcasts

Property Hub is a collaboration between Bushy Martin from KnowHow Property, Kevin Turner from Realty, Andrew Montesi from Apiro Marketing and Apiro Media, and Australia’s largest independent podcast network DM Media. 

Business and partnership enquiries: antony@dm.org.au

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