Auction culture still reigns supreme in bigger cities, with existing dwellings going under the hammer every weekend. But for how much longer? We look into new home design, and how buying a new home might be the safest and easiest way to get into the market.

Auction culture still reigns supreme in bigger cities, with existing dwellings going under the hammer every weekend. But for how much longer? We look into new home design, and how buying a new home might be the safest and easiest way to get into the market.

Skip the bidding war: What buyers are looking for in 2026

What could 2026 hold for the property market? From prices and interest rates to building targets and hot spot investor suburbs, we get the low down on everything you need to know to make smart property decisions this year.

What could 2026 hold for the property market? From prices and interest rates to building targets and hot spot investor suburbs, we get the low down on everything you need to know to make smart property decisions this year.

2026 Market Outlook: How could this year play out in property? 

From minimalist design to low-maintenance living, Australians are rethinking what home really means. In partnership with Local, Alice Piper chats with Matt Berg and Ben White to unpack the growing preference for simpler, smarter apartments and how professional renting models are supporting a generation that values access, community and convenience over square metres.

From minimalist design to low-maintenance living, Australians are rethinking what home really means. In partnership with Local, Alice Piper chats with Matt Berg and Ben White to unpack the growing preference for simpler, smarter apartments and how professional renting models are supporting a generation that values access, community and convenience over square metres.

The small living shift: Why security and big amenity are what renters want

How does Australia's real estate compare to the rest of the world? The price, the pace, and the obsession. Alice Piper chats with Ben Forsyth, top agent with DiJones, who has built a career working in international marketplaces before settling into the fast paced Sydney life. Listen to find out whether Australia is as competitive and pricey as our international counterparts.

How does Australia's real estate compare to the rest of the world? The price, the pace, and the obsession. Alice Piper chats with Ben Forsyth, top agent with DiJones, who has built a career working in international marketplaces before settling into the fast paced Sydney life. Listen to find out whether Australia is as competitive and pricey as our international counterparts.

How does Australian real estate compare to the rest of the world? A global agent tells all 

Tasmania experienced some of the most significant price growth nationwide during the pandemic - so how do things look now? We chat with Patrick Berry from 4one4 Property about why Tasmania is still drawing mainland buyers, and why there is so much opportunity, especially for investors.

Tasmania experienced some of the most significant price growth nationwide during the pandemic - so how do things look now? We chat with Patrick Berry from 4one4 Property about why Tasmania is still drawing mainland buyers, and why there is so much opportunity, especially for investors.

From sleepy state to price leader: Is Tasmania still in hot demand?

With more than 4,000 Google searches per month, understanding negative gearing is a key pain point for investors. Alice Piper chats with Bryce Holdaway, Partner at Empower Wealth, and Carmel Jarvis, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to break down everything you need to know about negative gearing, and whether it’s right for your investment strategy.

With more than 4,000 Google searches per month, understanding negative gearing is a key pain point for investors. Alice Piper chats with Bryce Holdaway, Partner at Empower Wealth, and Carmel Jarvis, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to break down everything you need to know about negative gearing, and whether it&rsquo;s right for your investment strategy.

The ABC of negative gearing: Experts reveal all

Last year, investor loans made up their highest share of new lending since 2017 - so is now a good time to be investing in property? We break down the PropTrack and Terri Scheer Investor report to see who is investing, where they're investing, and everything you need to know if you're thinking of doing it yourself. 

Last year, investor loans made up their highest share of new lending since 2017 - so is now a good time to be investing in property? We break down the PropTrack and Terri Scheer Investor report to see who is investing, where they're investing, and everything you need to know if you're thinking of doing it yourself.&nbsp;

Is it a good time to be a property investor? 

Inspecting a house is tough, and many people miss things which can lead to poor decisions and unhappy owners. Alice Piper chats with Dan Leahy, Owner of Dwell Property Inspections, and Antoni Granata, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to dive into the essentials you need to know and look for when inspecting a home.

Inspecting a house is tough, and many people miss things which can lead to poor decisions and unhappy owners. Alice Piper chats with Dan Leahy, Owner of Dwell Property Inspections, and Antoni Granata, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to dive into the essentials you need to know and look for when inspecting a home.

How to avoid buying a property lemon

Increased borrowing power, rising property prices, and potentially cheaper mortgages are all effects of a shift in interest rates – so how can buyers make the most of these changes? In partnership with Stockland, we explore how movements in the Cash Rate can influence buying opportunities, and how this group can capitalise.

Increased borrowing power, rising property prices, and potentially cheaper mortgages are all effects of a shift in interest rates &ndash; so how can buyers make the most of these changes? In partnership with Stockland, we explore how movements in the Cash Rate can influence buying opportunities, and how this group can capitalise.

How changing interest rates could open the door to your new home

Moving to Australia without a home is daunting – which is probably why searches on realestate.com.au are coming from US, NZ, UK, Singapore & India.
Alice Piper chats with Nancy Yang, Director of Buxton in Port Phillip, and Antoni Granata, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to discuss whether it’s possible to secure a home before you move, and how to go about it.

Moving to Australia without a home is daunting &ndash; which is probably why searches on realestate.com.au are coming from US, NZ, UK, Singapore &amp; India. Alice Piper chats with Nancy Yang, Director of Buxton in Port Phillip, and Antoni Granata, Home Loan Specialist at Westpac to discuss whether it&rsquo;s possible to secure a home before you move, and how to go about it.

Capital growth vs rental yield: Expert weigh in

A fortnightly property news podcast that is all about real questions and real insights by realestate.com.au - Australia's number one address in property. 

Talking to industry experts and using exclusive data this show will cover everything from interest rates and the rental crisis to housing fairness and what the property market will be like in 2030.

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