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1 day ago | propertyupdate.com.au | Michael Yardney

In today’s podcast, Stuart Wemyss and I discuss the complexities of managing underperforming property investments, and how to decide when and if you should sell your property. We explore everything from the emotional traps that can cloud our judgment to strategic considerations like tax implications and portfolio rebalancing. Takeaways Investing is a long-term journey, often taking decades to develop financial independence. The quality of your asset is crucial for long-term returns.

2 days ago | propertyupdate.com.au | Michael Yardney

Key takeaways Since 1966, Australia has shifted from a predominantly Anglo-Celtic, agriculture- and manufacturing-based economy to one of the wealthiest, service-oriented nations globally. Historically, unemployment has mirrored Australia's economic health and demographic shifts. Structural demographic factors—such as retiring Baby Boomers, Millennial parenting phases, and smaller Gen Z populations—suggest unemployment will remain low (below 5%) for the next decade.

2 days ago | propertyupdate.com.au | Joseph Ballota

Key takeaways Despite the cost-of-living pressures and interest rate hikes, some Australian suburbs and regional hubs are bucking the trend. In select locations, mortgage repayments are actually lower than local rents, creating a rare buy-vs-rent inversion. But remember: low price doesn’t equal good value unless it comes with strong fundamentals and demand drivers.

3 days ago | propertyupdate.com.au | Michael Yardney

There’s an old Chinese saying “I wish that you live in interesting times.”The irony of this is that “interesting times” are often times of trouble or turmoil, making the phrase more like a curse and boy are we living in interesting times at the moment with Trumps Tariffs creating fear around the world. It reminds me of the early days of covert when people were uncertain what was ahead.

4 days ago | propertyupdate.com.au | Michael Yardney

Key takeaways President Trump’s trade war poses a threat to Australian economic growth particularly via the indirect impact of weaker global activity driving less demand for our exports and lower commodity prices. Australia is likely to avoid a recession though reflecting the shock absorber of a lower $A, plenty of scope to cut interest rates and election promises pointing to handouts ahead. The trade war has a way to go yet but at least Trump is starting to blink.