The Property Portfolio Podcast

Parag Dixit, Julius Dabre & Mudit Khandelwal
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  1. EP. 16 | Why Newcastle Is Becoming a Property Investment Hotspot

    2d ago ·  Video

    EP. 16 | Why Newcastle Is Becoming a Property Investment Hotspot

    EP. 16 | Why Newcastle Is Becoming a Property Investment Hotspot --- Newcastle has spent decades building its reputation as an industrial powerhouse. Today, it is becoming one of the most talked-about property investment locations in New South Wales. In Episode 16 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag Dixit and Julius discuss why Newcastle is attracting growing interest from property investors and what could be driving the city's next phase of growth. With strong population projections, major infrastructure spending, limited housing supply and a changing local economy, many investors are now looking beyond Sydney and taking a closer look at the Newcastle property market. The discussion covers recent market performance, key suburbs to watch, rental demand, infrastructure projects and the factors shaping the future of Newcastle real estate. In this episode we discuss • How Newcastle is changing from an industrial city into an investment hotspot • What recent house price growth tells us about buyer demand • Why low stock levels are putting pressure on the local housing market • Suburbs such as Hexham, Jesmond and Warabrook • Rental yield trends and what investors should check before buying • How population growth could shape future property demand • Major projects including the M1 Pacific Motorway expansion • The role of port, education, health and infrastructure in long term growth • What investors should consider before buying an investment property in Newcastle • Why local suburb selection matters in a growing regional market Over the past decade, Newcastle property growth has consistently outperformed the expectations many investors once had for regional markets. With population forecasts pointing to substantial growth over the next 15 years and billions of dollars being invested into transport, logistics and community infrastructure, the city continues to attract attention from both owner occupiers and investors. The episode also explores how Newcastle house prices, rental demand and future development activity may influence the Newcastle property forecast over the coming years. From residential opportunities to broader economic drivers, the conversation highlights why many investors are beginning to view Newcastle as more than just a regional market. If you are researching the Newcastle NSW property market, looking for Newcastle investment property opportunities, comparing Newcastle rental yields, following Newcastle property news or trying to understand where future growth may come from, this episode provides practical insights to help guide your decision making. --- TIMESTAMPS (2:35) - Why Newcastle transformed into an investment hotspot (5:33) - Growth data and affordability in Newcastle (10:16) - Suburb spotlight prices yields and investor appeal (19:16) - Big infrastructure projects and jobs in Newcastle (31:45) - Why Newcastle is the right place to invest

    35 min
  2. EP. 15 | Victoria - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    6d ago ·  Video

    EP. 15 | Victoria - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    EP. 15 | Victoria - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026 --- Melbourne was once seen as one of Australia’s strongest investment markets. But heading into 2026, the conversation around Victoria property investment is starting to shift. In Episode 15 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag Dixit and Mudit break down the Victoria property market outlook for 2026 and discuss why many investors are now comparing Melbourne with regional Victoria when planning their next move. The episode explores Melbourne house prices, vacancy rates, rental yields and the growing impact of land tax, government regulations and borrowing costs on investor confidence across Victoria. While Melbourne continues to remain one of Australia’s major property markets, regional Victoria is starting to attract stronger attention due to affordability, healthier rental returns and lower entry prices. In this episode we discuss • Victoria property market 2026 outlook • Melbourne house prices 2026 and market direction • Victoria investment property opportunities • Property investment Victoria and changing investor sentiment • Victoria property forecast and rental market trends • Victoria housing market performance across metro and regional areas • Victoria investment hotspots to watch in 2026 • Best investment suburbs Victoria investors are researching • Housing affordability Australia and its impact on buyers • Regional Victoria rental yields and growth opportunities • Why vacancy rates matter for property investors • Victoria property investment strategies for changing market conditions The conversation also looks at why regional Victoria may offer a stronger balance between cash flow and long-term growth compared to some Melbourne suburbs where yields remain tight and holding costs continue rising. If you are researching the Victoria property market 2026, looking into Victoria investment property opportunities or searching for the best suburbs to invest in Victoria, this episode will help you understand where the market may be heading and what investors should be paying attention to before buying. --- TIMESTAMPS (5:30) - Melbourne price growth compared with Brisbane Perth and Adelaide (6:08) - Yields supply and buying affordability in Melbourne (10:25) - How government regulation held Melbourne back (13:24) - Regional Victoria is what Melbourne used to be (15:32) - Why regional Victoria has not fully rerated yet (22:00) - Rental market stress and high vacancies in Melbourne (30:11) - New vacant land tax and what it means for investors (35:55) - Population growth supply pipeline and 2032 outlook (39:03) - Stacked taxes and levies squeezing investors (51:06) - Standout regional Victoria locations for growth (56:46) - Who should avoid Melbourne in 2026 (58:52) - When regional Victoria makes more sense than Melbourne

    1h 3m
  3. EP. 14 | South Australia - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    May 22 ·  Video

    EP. 14 | South Australia - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    EP. 14 | South Australia - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026 --- Adelaide has quietly become one of the strongest performing property markets in Australia. With rising prices, strong auction activity, low rental supply and major infrastructure investment flowing into South Australia, investors are starting to pay much closer attention to what could happen next in 2026. In Episode 14 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag Dixit and Mudit break down the South Australia property market outlook for 2026 and discuss why Adelaide and regional South Australia are gaining momentum among investors looking for both growth and rental return. The conversation covers Adelaide’s rising median house prices, rental yields, regional opportunities and the long term impact of major economic drivers like the ORCA submarine program. In this episode we discuss • South Australia property market 2026 outlook • Adelaide property market 2026 trends • SA property market outlook and growth drivers • Property investment South Australia opportunities • South Australia investment property and rental demand • Best suburbs to invest in Adelaide • Adelaide auction clearance rates and buyer activity • Rental yields across Adelaide and regional South Australia • Why regional South Australia is attracting investors • Infrastructure projects shaping the Adelaide property market • Expected capital growth across houses and units in SA Regional South Australia continues to attract attention due to affordability, stronger rental yields and lower entry prices compared to larger capital cities. The episode also looks at how defence projects, population growth and limited housing supply may continue supporting the Adelaide property market over the coming years. If you are researching the South Australia property market 2026, Adelaide investment property opportunities or searching for the best suburbs to invest in Adelaide, this episode will give you practical market discussion backed by current trends and investor thinking. --- TIMESTAMPS (3:36) - Adelaide and South Australia in 2026 (9:37) - Aukus impact and immigration strength (17:05) - Regional growth drivers - Agriculture and mining (20:18) - Construction costs trades and low new supply (21:51) - Adelaide rental market and yields (31:43) - Adelaide versus regional SA cash flow (37:23) - Owner-occupier affordability in Adelaide (42:17) - Can investors still buy in Adelaide in 2026 (53:17) - Affordable segments and SA3 opportunities (1:05:03) - Final verdict on Adelaide and regional SA

    1h 6m
  4. EP 13. | Federal Budget Australia 2026 Explained - Property Market & Tax Changes

    May 19 ·  Video

    EP 13. | Federal Budget Australia 2026 Explained - Property Market & Tax Changes

    EP 13. | Federal Budget Australia 2026 Explained - Property Market & Tax Changes. --- Australia’s 2026 Federal Budget has triggered one of the biggest conversations the property market has seen in years. From negative gearing reforms to capital gains tax changes, investors across the country are now questioning how these updates could affect borrowing power, cash flow and long term portfolio growth. In this episode of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag Dixit and Mudit break down the Australian Federal Budget 2026 and discuss what the proposed changes could mean for investors, first home buyers and long term property planning across Australia. The conversation focuses heavily on the future of negative gearing, capital gains tax changes and how these reforms may reshape borrowing capacity, investment strategy and retirement planning over the next few years. With negative gearing expected to remain for new builds while ending for established properties from July 2027, many investors are now reassessing how and where they buy property. The episode also covers the proposed capital gains tax changes, including the new minimum tax floor and the shift toward indexation-based calculations. In this episode we discuss • Australian Federal Budget 2026 explained • Federal Budget Australia property changes • Budget announcement Australia and investor impact • Negative gearing explained in simple terms • Negative gearing changes for established properties • Negative gearing reforms Australia and the housing market • Capital gains tax Australia and proposed CGT changes • CGT discount Australia and the future of investment property tax • Capital gains tax on investment property and retirement planning • Borrowing capacity changes for investors and first home buyers • Why dual income properties may become more attractive • SMSF property investment and lower tax structures This episode also looks at how the federal budget could influence the broader Australian property market and why investors may need to shift focus toward stronger rental yields, cash flow and long term portfolio sustainability. If you are trying to understand the Federal Budget 2026, negative gearing Australia, capital gains tax property Australia or how these policy changes may affect your next property decision, this episode will help simplify the conversation. --- TIMESTAMPS (04:20) - Introduction (05:52) - Negative gearing changes new versus established (12:06) - New capital gains regime and indexation explained (24:04) - How inflation and indexation can punish success (27:39) - Impact on aspiration and closing of rentvesting path (29:58) - Why rents may rise and first home buyers get squeezed (48:02) - SMSF opportunities and advanced investor structures (57:54) - Where to invest now capital cities versus regional markets

    1h 4m
  5. EP. 12 | WA – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    May 12 ·  Video

    EP. 12 | WA – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026. --- Most investors are still asking the same question about Western Australia. Has Perth already peaked or is there still room for growth in 2026? In Episode 12 of The Property Portfolio Podcast, Parag, Julius & Mudit break down what is really happening across Perth and regional WA and why many investors are now turning their attention west. With Perth house prices approaching the $980,000 mark, rising rents, limited housing supply and strong migration, Western Australia continues to attract investors looking for both rental return and long term growth. The conversation also covers regional hotspots including Bunbury and Geraldton, where strong rental demand, infrastructure activity and mining-led employment continue to support the market. In this episode we discuss • Perth property market outlook for 2026 • Why Western Australia is attracting interstate investors • Perth median house prices and rental trends • Regional WA investment opportunities • Bunbury and Geraldton property growth • Rental yields in Perth and regional WA • How mining and infrastructure projects are shaping demand • Property investment opportunities under $800,000 • Rental growth expectations across Western Australia • Risks investors should understand before buying • The importance of balancing cash flow and capital growth Regional Western Australia recorded strong rental movement over the past year and the shortage of available housing continues to place pressure on prices and rents. The team also discusses why investors should not chase hype blindly and why understanding local economics, supply levels and long term demand matters before entering any market. If you are researching the Perth property market, regional WA property investment or searching for the best property investment locations in Australia for 2026, this episode will give you practical information backed by real market discussion. Subscribe to The Property Portfolio Podcast for weekly conversations around Australian property investing, lending strategy, finance, market trends and portfolio building. --- TIMESTAMPS 2:59 - Why Perth Became Australia’s Standout Property Market 5:10 - Buying Affordability in Perth 13:47 - Regional Western Australia and the Power of High Yields 17:38 - Structural Constraints and Rents in Regional WA 33:01 - Tourism Mining and Lifestyle Driving Regional WA Property 34:13 - Inflation Interest Rates and the Future of WA Property 1:00:50 - Perth and Regional WA Property Outlook for 2026

    1h 19m
  6. EP. 11 | New South Wales – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    May 2 ·  Video

    EP. 11 | New South Wales – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    EP. 11 | New South Wales – State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026 --- In this episode of The Property Portfolio Podcast, we break down the New South Wales property market and what 2026 may look like for property buyers and investors. We compare the Sydney property market with Regional NSW, where the gap in rental yields and affordability is becoming more visible. Sydney median house prices are sitting around 1.6 million with rental yields near 2.6 percent, while Regional NSW house prices are closer to 860k with rental yields reaching up to 5 percent in some areas. We also look at how interest rates in 2026, inflation, and global factors like oil prices are shaping borrowing capacity and investment decisions across NSW. With mortgage repayments taking up a large share of income, many investors are starting to rethink their approach. Regional NSW property trends are gaining attention, with strong capital growth, low inventory in coastal areas, and rising demand pushing prices higher. At the same time, the Sydney property market is showing slower and more stable movement due to higher entry prices and lower rental returns. This episode also covers the growing shift towards SMSF property investment in Australia, as more buyers look for ways to continue investing despite tighter borrowing limits. We also touch on how land tax impact and rental growth expectations may affect long term returns. If you are looking to buy property in NSW, compare Sydney vs Regional NSW, or build a property portfolio in Australia, this episode will help you understand where the opportunities may sit in 2026. More state wise episodes are on the way, where we will break down each Australian property market in detail. --- TIMESTAMPS (07:50) - Sydney affordability crunch and low supply (09:06) - House and unit price gap in Sydney (12:11) - Sydney incomes mortgage stress and savings squeeze (19:31) - Rest of NSW affordability and rental yields (20:59) - Years to ownership Sydney versus rest of NSW (27:57) - Sydney rental affordability and investor challenges (33:22) - Regional NSW rental market and vacancy pressures (39:06) - Inflation interest rates and NSW economic outlook (46:08) - Population migration and demand patterns in NSW (1:03:35) - Cash flow vs. capital growth (1:16:55) - Comparing key regional NSW markets (Dubbo, Tamworth, Albury & Wagga) (1:31:35) - Sydney vs. regional NSW (Investors risk in 2026) (1:33:17) - Final summary and key takeaways for 2026

    1h 37m
  7. EP. 10 | Queensland - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    Apr 28 ·  Video

    EP. 10 | Queensland - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

    EP. 10 | Queensland - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026 --- In this episode of The Property Portfolio Podcast, we break down the Queensland property market outlook 2026, covering Brisbane property prices, regional growth trends, and where investors are focusing across Queensland. We discuss Brisbane property investment, opportunities across the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, and Rockhampton, and how regional Queensland property investment is shaping up for 2026, especially with strong population growth, infrastructure activity, and rising rental demand across key areas. From SMSF property investment Australia to high rental yield properties in Queensland, this episode covers practical strategies to build a strong property portfolio in Australia, including capital growth approaches, dual income properties, and regional market positioning for long term gains. With rising interest rates in Australia, tight vacancy rates, and changing housing affordability, we break down what it means for investors in 2026, how borrowing capacity may shift, and where smart investors are still finding opportunities in both Brisbane and regional Queensland markets. Queensland property market outlook 2026 | Brisbane property forecast | Regional Queensland investment | Australian property market trends | SMSF property strategy --- TIMESTAMPS (03:04) - What this episode covers (05:01) - Brisbane’s 5‑year boom and affordability problems (08:13) - How COVID interstate migration reshaped Brisbane (09:49) - Why Brisbane has very low stock, quick sales and strong auction results (13:53) - Rest of Queensland prices growth and affordability (28:24) - Why investors love regional Queensland yields (34:06) - Inflation, interest rates and Queensland’s 2026 outlook (41:58) - What it really costs to hold an investment property in Queensland (01:11:40) - Region wise strategy for investing across Queensland (01:14:14) - Final thoughts

    1h 18m
  8. EP. 9 | Property Market Outlook 2026 - (What The Data Is Telling Us)

    Apr 17 ·  Video

    EP. 9 | Property Market Outlook 2026 - (What The Data Is Telling Us)

    EP. 9 | Property Market Outlook 2026 - (What The Data Is Telling Us) --- The Australian property market is entering a different phase in 2026. In this episode of The Property Portfolio Podcast, we break down what 2025 data is showing and how it may shape buying and investment decisions ahead. From interest rates and inflation to land tax and possible capital gains tax changes, several factors are influencing the Australian housing market. We look at key markets across Australia. The Sydney property market saw steady growth, while the Perth property market continued its strong run with prices nearing the one million mark. Brisbane property growth picked up pace with Olympic-driven demand, and Adelaide property market trends remained solid even as rental yields tightened. The Melbourne property market presents a different picture with higher supply and rising vacancy rates across Victoria, which may lead to slower growth. The Hobart property market showed moderate movement, while the Darwin property market stood out with strong growth backed by investor demand and rental returns. Regional NSW property trends also continue to hold momentum. We also cover how rising interest rates may impact borrowing capacity and why SMSF property investment in Australia is gaining attention, especially in high rental yield markets. If you are planning to buy property in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, or regional Australia, or build a property portfolio in Australia, this episode gives you a clear view of where things may be heading in 2026. State-wise deep dive episodes are coming soon, where each Australian property market will be covered in more detail. --- TIMESTAMPS (03:52) - What Happened in the Property Market in 2025 (07:45 )- Inflation, Interest Rates and the RBA (08:27) - Land Tax and Capital Gains Tax Changes (11:06) - Housing Costs and Their Impact on Inflation (25:39) - Sydney Housing Affordability and Renting vs Buying (37:56) - Perth Market Overview (44:49) - Brisbane Market Overview (51:22) - Regional Queensland Market Overview (59:43) - Adelaide Market Overview (1:03:28) - Melbourne Market Overview

    1h 38m
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