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Property Buzz: The market is changing. What comes next?

05 SEP 2026 By Robyn Tongol 2 min read Investor Strategy

Australia’s property market is becoming increasingly divided, with falling prices, rising rents, rate pressures, and government policy creating both challenges and opportunities for investors.

 

On Property Buzz, Phil Tarrant is joined by Tom Panos to discuss changing market conditions, the mood among Australia’s top agents, and what the shift means for both property professionals and investors.

The pair look at vendor management and the need for agents to be honest about market conditions, from weaker clearance rates and declining prices to the sharp divide between premium and more affordable properties.

 
 

The conversation turns to government policy, housing supply, and the broader economy, including the potential impact of higher interest rates and growing pressure on small businesses.

For investors, the picture looks different, with decreasing prices and rising rents creating opportunities for those with the borrowing capacity and cash flow to act, while Panos argues Australia’s underlying appeal remains strong.

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