Current Market Insights

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The Current Market Insights Podcast is brought to you by Harris Partners Real Estate. Understanding the property market can be a challenging thing, with highs and lows, twists and turns. The media and agents tend to spread the news they want you to hear, with the advice they want you to follow. Current Market Insights is an unbiased look into what is happening, what tips you can use to buy, sell, or rent, and that you wont find anywhere else.

  1. 6D AGO

    Talking Property - The 2025 Sydney Property Market

    SQM Research's Louis Christopher offers an insightful breakdown on the State of the Market in Sydney for 2025. We unpack why Sydney’s 2025 property market rose overall yet lost steam late in the year.  • three rate cuts then a CPI shock reframing expectations • supply targets missing by a wide margin • electricity prices driving inflation and sentiment • APRA’s soft investor caps in hotter non‑Sydney markets • migration outpacing new dwellings and lifting rents • vacancies near 1% and rental affordability strain • data integrity issues with auction benchmarks • underquoting eroding trust and fair competition • first‑home buyer schemes and high‑LVR risk • late‑year weakness in mid and top‑end Sydney • unemployment risk and the spectre of stagflation Send us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    42 min

  2. DEC 11

    Episode 103: A Year in Review — Cuts, Cracks & Crossroads

    Hosts Ciaran O’Brien and Peter O’Malley wrap up a year where rate cuts calmed mortgage distress, yet inflation quietly returned through energy, services, and daily essentials. As AI reshapes jobs, rental markets hold steady, and policy reforms tighten compliance, we reflect on what defined 2025 — and what’s next for Sydney’s property landscape. We also discuss: How rate cuts removed forced selling and lifted sentimentInflation’s reacceleration through energy and service sectorsUnemployment edging up as AI drives underemploymentThe tension between return-to-office mandates and automation riskPublic sector hiring cushioning private sector softnessFirst-home buyer incentives pulling forward demandMigration maintaining pressure on housing and rentalsRental conditions steady but poised for another upswingInvestors chasing yield outside inner Sydney marketsTougher penalties and audits reshaping underquoting practicesReserve-price disclosure proposals threatening the auction modelVendor liability flagged as the missing accountability linkFrom all of us at Current Market Insights — Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We’ll see you in 2026. Send us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    38 min

  3. DEC 3

    Episode 102: Prices Rise as Auction Heat Cools

    Hosts Ciaran O’Brien and Peter O’Malley break down Sydney’s late-year property trends — where prices keep climbing even as auction heat fades. With migration pressure, infrastructure investment, and rate movements all pulling the market in different directions, we map what’s driving demand and how to plan your next move. We also discuss: Why December 2025 is shaping stronger than last year’s marketHow three rate cuts have lifted confidence — but not single-handedlyWestern Sydney’s buyer surge driven by major infrastructure rolloutsMigration pressure continuing to outpace housing supplyInflation risks and the RBA’s warnings on potential rate reversalsInner-city apartments emerging as contrarian value playsAuction clearance rates dipping as volumes reach seasonal highsStock levels tightening into late December and JanuaryVendor strategy: list when others pause to capture buyer attentionInvestor takeaway: follow infrastructure and scarcity for long-term gainsSend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    21 min

  4. NOV 26

    Episode 101: Choosing the Right Property Manager

    Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack how to choose a property manager who genuinely protects your asset — not one who disappears after signing the agreement. From understanding the difference between a BDM and a true property manager to spotting red flags and compliance traps, this episode lays out clear, practical steps for landlords. We also discuss: Why you should always meet the person who will actually manage your propertyThe difference between sales-oriented BDMs and day-to-day property managersWarning signs of a “tenant’s champion” mindset that undermines ownersHow to assess arrears processes, performance metrics, and communication standardsWhat to ask when checking references from current landlordsProtecting your own home when leasing it out for the first timeUnderstanding fair wear and tear versus property damageCommon compliance pitfalls and the impact of new legislationHow AI-driven enforcement is changing property managementWhy service fees should go toward management quality, not cold lead generationSend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    18 min

  5. NOV 12

    Episode 100: Buy First or Sell First? Avoiding Costly Traps

    Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack why buying before selling snares one in ten property owners — and how to avoid panic discounts, bridging finance blowouts, and stressful settlement timelines. With real examples and proven strategies, they show how to trade uncertainty for control when making your next move. We also discuss: Why appraisals often overpromise and mislead sellersHow seasonal stock surges shift buyer power and market dynamicsThe dangers of vendor overconfidence and “social proof” pricing trapsHidden title, access, and compliance issues that derail salesBuying under pressure versus selling under pressure — and which is riskierUsing long settlements to create time and certaintyAligning settlement dates to reduce financial and emotional stressThe true cost and complexity of bridging financeRent-backs and other set plays that give sellers flexibilitySend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    19 min

  6. OCT 29

    Episode 99: Sydney’s Strength & the Economy’s Strain

    Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley explore why Sydney’s property market continues to defy broader economic headwinds. As unemployment rises and central banks face pressure to balance inflation with growth, we examine how policy shifts, migration, and housing supply gaps are shaping today’s price dynamics. We also discuss: Sydney’s housing resilience despite a softening national economyCentral banks weighing inflation control against unemployment risksImported inflation and the political pressures shaping RBA decisionsImmigration settings fuelling demand without addressing skills shortagesConstruction sector strain from labour shortages and accreditation hurdlesVendor expectations outpacing genuine buyer depthFirst-home buyer incentives boosting activity at the lower end of the marketOlder walk-up apartments outperforming high-rise developmentsThe ripple effect moving buyers across adjacent suburbsInvestor yield realities and data distortions shaping perception vs. truthSend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    25 min

  7. OCT 15

    Episode 98: The Hidden Cost of Selling – Why Small Price Shifts Matter

    Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack why a seemingly “small” price change can translate into a substantial real-world loss once you factor in stamp duty, agent fees, legal costs, and market timing. Using real examples, they illustrate how the 10% break-even rule plays out and why meaningful tax reform could help unlock better housing mobility. We also discuss: The 10% break-even reality across different market segmentsHow stamp duty brackets and bracket creep erode gainsReal examples of sellers taking losses despite higher sale pricesWhat transaction costs you can and can’t controlHow capital gains tax (CGT) discounts and losses actually workThe difference between tax-free gains on a primary residence vs. investor treatmentCommon media myths vs. the true net financial outcomesWho to consult for expert financial and property adviceHow strong agency work behind the scenes adds measurable value to a saleSend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    22 min

  8. OCT 1

    Episode 97: Rate Hold Pressure, Rezoning & Market Moves

    Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack why a rate hold can still feel like a squeeze for households, even as Sydney’s property market shows firmer prices, mixed clearance rates, and ultra-tight rental conditions. With rezoning plans, first home buyer support, and global risks shaping the outlook, this episode explores the forces driving today’s market. We also discuss: RBA holds rates as the board signals caution on future cutsGold surge and US tariffs raising the risk of imported inflationHousing strength playing a central role in monetary policy decisionsSydney prices edging up as stale stock starts to moveAuction volumes rising, with clearance rates holding in the low 50sRental conditions tightening further as arrivals lift and tenants negotiate earlyInvestors staying cautious amid soft yields and tax settingsFirst home buyer support helping at the entry-level but not B-grade unitsLending limits on sub-40sqm apartments creating barriers for buyersInner West rezoning approval for 30,000+ dwellings over 15 yearsDelivery risks around construction quality, schools, and infrastructurePractical plays for buyers, sellers, tenants, and investors in today’s marketSend us a text As always if there is a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please reach out and let us know!

    30 min
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The Current Market Insights Podcast is brought to you by Harris Partners Real Estate. Understanding the property market can be a challenging thing, with highs and lows, twists and turns. The media and agents tend to spread the news they want you to hear, with the advice they want you to follow. Current Market Insights is an unbiased look into what is happening, what tips you can use to buy, sell, or rent, and that you wont find anywhere else.

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  • Creator
    Harris Partners Real Estate
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    155
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    © 2025 Harris Partners Real Estate
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