Property Insights with Mark Bouris is the go-to podcast where experts explore housing market trends and the broader Australian economy, offering valuable advice and actionable insights for homeowners, investors, and anyone keen to stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.
Australia just hit 28 million people. By 2065, we will have 40 to 41 million. Sydney will be the size of New York. Melbourne will be bigger than London. So what does that mean for our roads, our rail, our housing supply, and the property market? Mark Bouris sits down with Adam Copp, Chief Executive Officer of Infrastructure Australia, the federal government's independent advisor on infrastructure investment, planning and reform, to unpack what this population surge really means for everyday Australians. They cover: Why Sydney and Melbourne are heading toward megacity scale and what that demands of our infrastructure The mass transit projects already underway and the ones we still need to build Why housing supply and infrastructure investment must move together, and why they so often do not The 30-minute rule of thumb that determines quality of life for commuters How Western Sydney's Aerotropolis is being built as a city from the ground up The role of superannuation funds in financing the next generation of infrastructure What climate change and geopolitical instability mean for Australia's long-term resilience Why Adam Copp is optimistic about Australia's future, if we are willing to build for it Whether you are a property buyer, investor, or simply trying to understand where Australia is heading, this is a conversation that cuts through the noise and gets to what actually matters. Subscribe to Property Insights with Mark Bouris for weekly conversations with Australia's leading property, finance and economic minds. Find your local Yellow Brick Road broker: www.yellowbrickroad.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Domain President Jason Pellegrino joins Mark Bouris to unpack where Sydney and Melbourne house prices are heading, why units are set to outperform houses for the first time in five years, and how AI is about to reshape the way Australians buy and sell property. Jason forecasts mid-to-high single digit price declines in Sydney and Melbourne over the next 12 to 18 months (4 to 8%), with the other capital cities still growing but slowing. He also reveals why Australian property transactions have been in decline for 25 years, and it has almost nothing to do with interest rates. This is the first Domain forecast to incorporate the recent federal budget changes and the latest RBA cash rate movement, both of which Jason describes as "seismic" for the property market. Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thinking about buying an apartment, but not sure what actually holds its value? In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with Andrew Hrsto, Founder and CEO of ALAND, for a candid look at the apartment market from someone who has built it from the ground up. Andrew Hrsto founded ALAND in 2002 and has grown it into one of Sydney's most prolific apartment developers, with thousands of apartments delivered across Western Sydney and beyond, and projects now reaching the Central Coast and North Sydney. He has spent more than three decades in property and construction, and is also a long-time sponsor of the Parramatta Eels. Mark and Andrew get into the things every buyer wonders about: what makes one apartment worth more than another, why brand, build quality and a walkable location now drive demand, and how the apartment buyer has changed from mostly investors to downsizers and owner-occupiers. Andrew also explains why so much of an apartment's price comes down to taxes and imposts, why projects are harder to deliver than they were ten years ago, and where he thinks home ownership is heading, including the rise of build-to-rent and the lifelong renter. -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monthly Economic Update feat. Stephen Koukoulas on Property Insights with Mark Bouris Join Mark Bouris and Stephen Koukoulas for this month’s Monthly Economic Update on Property Insights, as they unpack the latest economic data and what it means for Australia’s outlook. With GDP growth softening, unemployment edging higher, inflation still running hot and consumer confidence under pressure, Mark and Stephen break down the key forces shaping the economy right now. They also explore what’s happening with business costs, public sector spending, fuel prices and hiring intentions, and whether the mix of slower growth and persistent inflation is pushing the economy closer to stagflation. As the RBA heads into another important decision, this conversation cuts through the noise to explain what the numbers are really saying and what Australians should be watching next. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RBA chief economist and now Westpac Chief Economist, Luci Ellis, joins Mark Bouris on Property Insights to unpack how global events are hitting your back pocket. They dive into how the war in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are affecting oil prices, why that flows so quickly into petrol, building materials and everyday costs, and how all of this feeds directly into inflation and RBA rate decisions. Luci explains how Westpac actually builds its inflation and interest rate models, what makes their approach different to the RBA’s, and why their team moved to forecast five hikes in total. She breaks down the real channels the RBA relies on to slow spending, from mortgage pressure on households to the way higher rates push up the Aussie dollar and change what we pay for imported goods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Property’s getting harder to read: markets within markets, rates staying higher for longer, and changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. Mark Bouris sits down with Ben Nash, the founder & CEO of Pivot Wealth, host of the Mo Money Podcast (500+ episodes), author of “The Virgin Millionaire” and “Get Unstuck”, and the financial education partner to NRL players. He spends his days helping higher‑income professionals use property, shares and smart structures to replace their salary with investment income. This episode was recorded before the Federal Budget was announced in May. -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans The information provided is general information only and does not take your personal objectives, financial situation or needs into account. Speak to a professional about your own situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Bouris sits down with AMP economist My Bui to make sense of what’s really going on with inflation, interest rates and the Australian economy. They talk through how inflation has spiked so drastically in just 12 months, what “trimmed mean” actually means, and how higher fuel costs and global tensions are quietly pushing up prices on almost everything. My also opens up about wages growth, why a big jump in minimum and award wages worries the Reserve Bank, and why Australia’s ongoing productivity problem is such a big piece of the puzzle. This episode of Property Insights was recorded in April 2026, before the May RBA cash rate decision and before the May CPI numbers were released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Mark Bouris and Stephen Koukoulas for their May Monthly Economic Update as they delve into the critical economic factors influencing the Reserve Bank of Australia's upcoming cash rate decision. With wars, inflation, and market pressures creating a complex economic landscape, Mark and Stephen break down the key indicators that the RBA will be considering. Don't miss this in-depth economic analysis to understand the forces shaping Australia's financial future and the RBA's crucial decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australia's property market is at a critical juncture, and who better to break down the numbers than Tim Lawless, Head of Research at Cotality. In this episode of Property Insights with Mark Bouris, Tim Lawless delves into the complex factors impacting housing values, from consumer sentiment and interest rate hikes to supply-demand imbalances. Tim has a wealth of data to analyse how different segments of the market are performing, why the income to house price gap is widening, and what this means for potential buyers and investors. Tim also shares his outlook on the ongoing housing shortage and offers crucial advice for navigating the current landscape, including insights into regional markets and the long-term prospects for Australian real estate. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Mark Bouris sits down with Daniel Harris from Real Estate Central to break down the Northern Territory Property scene. How is the Darwin property market performing? Where are the key opportunities for growth? Is Darwin a good buy?...and most importantly, how can investors and home buyers expect their property assets to perform over the long term? -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris is joined by real estate agent and auctioneer Tom Panos to unpack what is really happening across the Australian property market right now. Tom has spent decades on the ground working with buyers and sellers, giving him a front-row view of how everyday Australians are responding to rising interest rates, shifting sentiment and changing market conditions. Together, they explore what happens when pressure starts to build in the system, from borrowing limits and property prices through to the real risk of unemployment and forced sales. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with Buyers Agent Astrid Joarder from Bought Agency to unpack how she helps buyers to navigate today’s competitive Australian property market. They break down what really happens behind the scenes at auction, how to set a smart bidding strategy, and why preparation, finance and discipline matter more than emotion. -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nikki de Rijcke is the Director and Licensee of JW Residential Perth. Nikki’s experience working in real estate sales across both Australia and the Netherlands laid the foundations for the successful real estate leader she is today. In her first full year as a solo agent, she sold 141 properties. 00:00:23 -- JW Residential Perth Overview 00:01:46 -- Current State of the WA Property Market 00:03:15 -- Perth's Housing Supply and Demand 00:04:10 -- Challenges in Property Development 00:06:01 -- Impact of the Mining Industry on Trades 00:07:19 -- Interest Rates and Property Prices 00:08:57 -- Housing vs. Apartment Market in Perth 00:09:49 -- Vacancy Rates and Rental Market 00:11:16 -- Investment Opportunities in Perth 00:12:26 -- Lifestyle and Living in Perth 00:14:09 -- Population Growth and Employment 00:15:58 -- Investment Advice for Perth Real Estate 00:16:46 -- Rental Yields and Property Features 00:17:59 -- Political and Economic Stability 00:19:28 -- Cost of Living in Perth 00:20:06 -- Closing Remarks -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Shane Oliver is head of investment strategy and chief economist at AMP Capital. He has a PhD in economics and a graduate diploma in applied finance and investment from the Securities Institute of Australia (now the Australian Bankers and Finance Association). Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September economic update of Property Insights with Mark Bouris and economist Stephen Koukoulas is back, ahead of the RBA's next decision on Tuesday 30th September! -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Harry Coomer is a Director and real estate agent at Peterswald in Hobart, Tasmania. With 15+ years of property expertise and a track record of over 800 transactions, Harry's been consistently recognised for his work, being awarded Realestate .com.au's Tasmanian Agent of the Year for 2024, as well as being named Rate My Agent's top sales agent in Tasmania for 2022, 2023, and 2024. He has also been the recipient of the award for Hobart for five consecutive years. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Richard Denniss is the Executive Director of the Australia Institute, a prominent Australian economist and public policy commentator. His career has spanned two decades, with policy-focused roles in academia, federal politics, and think-tanks. Known for his ability to translate complex economic ideas into accessible language, he has served as a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Newcastle and an Associate Professor at the Crawford School of Public Policy at ANU. Dr. Denniss has also been a prolific author, recently publishing 'Dead Centre: How Political Pragmatism is Killing Us', a sharp critique of the political environment that prevents bold policy action on critical issues like the housing crisis. Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in.. . Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship.. . Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Property Insights, Mark welcomes Gee Taggar to discuss the intricacies of private lending. Gee is the Founder and Managing Director of Archer Wealth, a leading non-bank lender now on YBR's panel that specialises in bespoke credit solutions for business owners, developers, and borrowers who are not served well by traditional banks. The conversation delves into the evolution of Archer Wealth, the challenges and opportunities within the private lending industry, and the future of non-bank lending in Australia. Gee began his career in a major Australian bank before launching his own brokerage and then Archer Wealth. In 2024, the company was recognised by the Australian Financial Review as one of the Top 100 Fast Starters. 00:00:02 - Introduction 00:00:06 - Can Archer Wealth Become a Bank? 00:02:05 - Understanding Private Lenders 00:07:55 - How Do You Get Money From Private Lenders? 00:08:36 - Private Lending: Is it Dodgy? 00:14:29 - Does a Short Term Loan Need an Exit? 00:15:19 - Private Lending in Australia -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #archerwealth #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August economic update of Property Insights with Mark Bouris and leading economist Stephen Koukoulas is here! In this episode, we dive into the RBA's recent & upcoming decisions and explore the current economic landscape. 00:00:00 - Introduction and Economic Overview 00:05:18 - RBA Policy and Board Dynamics 00:12:01 - Proactive vs. Reactive Monetary Policy 00:23:24 - Inflation Trends and Consumer Spending 00:40:07 - Impact of Rate Hikes on Different Demographics 00:53:33 - Future Rate Cuts and Economic Predictions [Recorded prior to the August 12th RBA decision] -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ahead of the July RBA meeting, Mark is back for another discussion and monthly update featuring leading economist Stephen Koukoulas, to delve back into the current economic landscape and expectations for the rest of the year. 00:00:00 - 00:05:00 : Introduction and Economic Overview 00:05:01 - 00:15:00 : Interest Rates and Economic Impact 00:15:01 - 00:25:00 : Innovation and Risk-Taking 00:25:01 - 00:35:00 : Historical Economic Reforms 00:35:01 - 00:45:00 : Current Economic Challenges 00:45:01 - 00:55:00 : Future Economic Strategies [recorded prior to the July 8th RBA decision] -- Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-in... Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship... Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927. #markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
