Property Insights with Mark Bouris

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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.

  1. 5d ago

    “Government, it’s time to make some TOUGH DECISIONS” Mark Bouris & Stephen Koukoulas

    Will the RBA raise interest rates again in November, or is Australia's slowing economy a reason to hold?In this October 2026 Monthly Economic Update, Mark Bouris sits down with economist Stephen Koukoulas to break down the latest Australian economic data ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia's upcoming cash rate decision on Melbourne Cup Day.With inflation pressures, rising unemployment, falling house prices and weak consumer confidence all shaping the outlook, Mark and Stephen examine the competing forces influencing the RBA's next move, and what the decision could mean for mortgage holders, property buyers, homeowners, investors and Australian businesses.The conversation goes beyond interest rates to explore Australia's productivity problem, government spending, the cost-of-living squeeze and the economic risks that could shape the months ahead.Stephen and Mark also work through the economic indicators the RBA considers when setting monetary policy, including GDP growth, inflation, wages, unemployment, house prices, retail sales and business investment.In this episode of Property Insights, you'll hear about: RBA November cash rate decision: Is another interest rate rise likely, or could the Reserve Bank hold? Inflation and interest rates: How rising oil prices and global economic conditions are influencing the outlook. Unemployment and the labour market: What rising unemployment could mean for the RBA's next decision. Australia's productivity problem: Why productivity matters for wages, business costs, inflation and long-term economic growth. The cost-of-living crisis: How mortgage holders and households are coping with higher expenses and borrowing costs. Falling house prices: What the property market's performance could signal about household wealth and consumer spending. Consumer and business confidence: Why weak sentiment is an important warning sign for the economy. Government spending and the budget: Whether fiscal policy needs to change to strengthen Australia's economic outlook. Business investment and AI: How technology, data centres and investment are influencing productivity and GDP. What comes next for the economy: The key indicators to watch as Australia heads towards the end of 2026. CHAPTERS00:00 — Australia's economy: Why the outlook is weakening01:18 — What is productivity, and why does it matter?02:56 — How productivity affects business costs and inflation05:27 — Why productivity matters for interest rates06:50 — Measuring productivity in healthcare and public services11:18 — Government spending and Australia's productivity challenge13:16 — Technology, AI and the future of work14:13 — Why private-sector productivity remains weak15:34 — Construction, infrastructure and Australia's economy34:50 — How GDP is measured and what the numbers miss36:00 — Is Australia already in a recession?39:46 — Cost-of-living pressures and consumer confidence41:38 — Rising unemployment and the RBA's rate dilemma42:26 — Are the economic indicators telling the full story?43:25 — What another rate rise could mean for households and businesses44:18 — Should the government do more to support the economy?45:05 — Government spending and the budget outlook47:55 — Defence spending and other major budget pressures49:27 — Could better-targeted government support help households?51:24 — The RBA's economic checklist: What matters most?52:59 — AI, technology and measuring economic growth53:46 — Wages, house prices and the labour market55:14 — Business investment, data centres and GDP56:39 — Falling iron ore prices and Australia's budget59:16 — Is Australia's cash rate already restrictive?59:55 — Stephen Koukoulas's view on the November RBA decision1:00:56 — What financial markets expect from future rate decisions1:02:32 — What to watch in the RBA's latest economic forecasts1:03:44 — Final thoughts--Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship-campaign-rates/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.

  2. Oct 13

    Are Australian property investors facing a major turning point?

    In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with economist and finance commentator Peter Switzer to discuss the future of Australian property investment, the outlook for interest rates, and the economic changes that could reshape how Australians build wealth.With bond yields signalling the possibility of higher interest rates for longer, Mark and Peter explore what this could mean for mortgage holders, property buyers, investors and small businesses. They also unpack how the global AI boom is increasing demand for capital, why productivity growth matters, and whether businesses can achieve enough efficiency gains to offset the cost of borrowing.The conversation turns to the changing Australian property market, including proposed changes to negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount, the appeal of investment properties versus shares and ETFs, and what reduced investor demand could mean for housing supply and property developers.In this episode, Mark Bouris and Peter Switzer discuss:- Interest rates and bond yields: Why global bond markets are signalling higher borrowing costs for longer.- The RBA’s next move: Could another interest rate rise be on the horizon?- AI and the economy: How artificial intelligence, data centres and demand for capital could reshape productivity and business investment.- Australian property investment: Whether changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax could alter the traditional property investment strategy.- Property versus shares and ETFs: The costs, risks, potential returns and diversification considerations investors should understand.- Housing supply and property developers: How changes in investor demand could affect new developments and the availability of housing.- The future of Australian business: Why innovation, productivity and economic reform may become increasingly important.This discussion is for general information and education only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.*Note: this podcast was filmed in September 2026, before the RBA's October cash rate decision.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Property Insights: Peter Switzer joins Mark Bouris00:39 Bond yields and the outlook for interest rates01:28 Is the RBA close to raising rates again?02:14 Could AI drive growth while interest rates stay high?03:47 Why global demand for capital matters04:10 AI investment, capital costs and business productivity05:34 Government spending and competition for capital06:42 Australia’s productivity challenge07:16 Can businesses use AI to reduce costs?08:18 The risk of investing in AI while rates stay high10:47 Are we entering a structural economic shift?11:39 The opportunities and threats AI poses to businesses13:39 What should small businesses and investors do?15:19 How tax changes could reshape property investment16:34 The real costs of owning an investment property18:21 Property versus shares and ETFs20:56 Is Australia’s investment landscape changing?21:06 Are investors reconsidering property?22:06 What makes an investment property worthwhile?23:23 Could tax changes create a structural shift in property?24:20 Will Australians favour their own homes over investment properties?25:04 What happens to housing supply if investor demand falls?26:07 Could investment incentives encourage business growth?28:36 Does Australia need a new approach to economic reform?30:26 Why global capital costs matter to Australia32:29 Should investors consider alternative asset classes?32:41 Property investment, diversification and tax changes33:16 What falling property transactions could mean for state budgets34:38 Household spending and the GST debate37:00 Final thoughts on politics, business and economic reform--Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship-campaign-rates/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.

  3. Sep 24

    Are We Heading Towards Another Rate Hike? | Mark Bouris & Stephen Koukou

    In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with economist Stephen Koukoulas to unpack what’s really happening across the Australian economy and what it could mean for interest rates, inflation, households, businesses and the property market.With the RBA facing a difficult decision when they meet on September 29, the big question is whether Australia could be heading towards another rate hike.Mark and Stephen break down the latest economic signals, including inflation, interest rates, bond yields, global markets and the uneven state of the Australian economy. They also debate whether the RBA could move sooner rather than later, and what upcoming inflation data could mean for its next decision.In this video:Is another RBA rate hike coming?Why interest rates may remain higher for longerWhat inflation is telling us about the economySeptember vs November: when could the RBA move?What bond yields are signallingHow global interest rates could impact AustraliaThe pressure higher rates are putting on households and businessesWhy the economic downturn is so unevenWhat the next inflation numbers could meanWhy the RBA faces a difficult balancing actThe bigger economic issues Australia needs to confrontChapters00:00 — September Monthly Economic Update02:15 — What’s happening in the Australian economy?06:40 — The inflation picture11:25 — What the RBA is watching16:10 — Are interest rates restrictive enough?21:05 — The warning from bond yields26:30 — Could rates stay higher for longer?31:45 — Global markets and interest rates36:20 — The impact on households and businesses41:10 — Why the downturn is so uneven45:35 — Could the RBA hike again?48:10 — The case for another rate hike50:10 — Why Stephen thinks the RBA may wait52:00 — The inflation problem53:20 — Why the economy can change quickly54:30 — The bigger economic picture--Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship-campaign-rates/Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Sep 15

    Why Property Investors Are Walking Away... | Mark Bouris & Tim Graham

    Is Australia's property market entering a new era? In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with Tim Graham, Managing Director of Hotspotting, to unpack what Capital Gains Tax changes, rising holding costs and government policy mean for investors, first home buyers and the broader property market.Tim describes the current environment as a “perfect storm", with policy uncertainty affecting investor confidence and a falling market keeping many first home buyers on the sidelines. He believes the downturn could continue for 12–18 months, with investors likely to hold onto existing properties for longer.The conversation also looks at the unintended consequences of housing policy, rising costs for landlords, rental legislation and the changing economics of property investment.But where are the opportunities? Tim explains why buying something “cheap” doesn't necessarily make it a good investment, what he looks for when identifying markets with future growth potential, and why affordability, rental yields, infrastructure and scarcity matter more than simply chasing last year's winners.--Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship-campaign-rates/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.

  5. Sep 1

    Alexander Phillips Eastern Suburbs Property Market Update: What Happens Next? | Mark Bouris & Alexander Phillips

    The Eastern Suburbs property market has been one of the toughest parts of Sydney in recent months...but has the market finally bottomed? In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with Ray White Phillips & Co. real estate agent Alexander Phillips, who has spent more than a decade at the top of the Australian property market, to get his read on what is actually happening on the ground. The discussion focuses on falling prices, buyer and seller sentiment, why 80% of properties bought in recent years are reportedly selling for less, and why Alexander believes the market has now stabilised. We also get into where property prices could go over the next few years, whether you should buy off the plan, what investors should be cautious about, why established properties can be a better investment, and what wealthy Eastern Suburbs homeowners are doing differently. If you're thinking about buying, selling or investing in Sydney property, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Aug 27

    Why Australians Are Scared To Buy Property Right Now | Mark Bouris & Nerida Conisbee

    Nerida Conisbee, Chief Economist at Ray White, joins Mark Bouris on Property Insights to unpack what is really happening in the Australian property market, and where prices could be heading next. With interest rates rising, consumer sentiment falling, investors pulling back and the latest Federal Budget creating more uncertainty, the property market is at an important turning point. Nerida shares Ray White's latest data on buyer activity, explains why open home numbers have fallen sharply, and reveals why she believes national property prices are unlikely to fall more than 5% from peak to trough. The conversation goes deeper into what actually determines property values, the role banks and borrowing capacity play in setting prices, and why construction costs could ultimately put a floor under the market. Nerida also explains why population growth and jobs remain critical drivers of regional property markets, what has transformed places like the Gold Coast and Geraldton, and how infrastructure such as train stations, public transport, retail precincts and proximity to water can influence long-term property values. She also gives her view on Melbourne, houses versus apartments, interest rates, unemployment, rental supply and the potential impact of fewer investors entering the market. If you're a homeowner, investor, first home buyer or simply trying to understand where the Australian property market is heading, this episode is packed with insights into what the data is actually telling us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Aug 21

    The Cost of Living Truth Nobody Is Saying Out Loud | Mark Bouris & Stephen Koukoulas

    Wages went up. So why does every household still feel worse off? Stephen Koukoulas, economist and founder of Market Economics, sits down with Mark Bouris to answer that question with numbers that are hard to argue with. Prices have risen around 14 per cent over the past three years. Wages have grown roughly 10 per cent. The gap is real, it is compounding, and it is sitting in every Australian budget right now. This episode goes well beyond the monthly headline inflation figure. Koukoulas and Bouris work through the mechanics of how falling property prices tighten bank lending, why services inflation in rent, insurance and council rates is proving so stubborn, and why the Reserve Bank's hands may be more constrained than most people realise. They also name something most commentators are reluctant to say out loud: that getting inflation back to 2.5 per cent may require a hard landing. If you want to understand what is actually happening in the Australian economy right now, and what it means for your mortgage, your savings and your job, this is the conversation to watch. Topics covered Why prices up 14 per cent and wages up 10 per cent leaves a real deficit in household purchasing power How bracket creep quietly takes a slice of every pay rise before it reaches your account The compounding effect: how $100 in groceries became $114 in three years Falling property prices, tighter bank lending and the self-reinforcing cycle that worries Koukoulas The 23 per cent jump in property listings and what it signals about seller confidence Why services inflation in rent, insurance, school fees and council rates is the stickiest part of the problem Copper, lithium and commodity prices as a hidden inflation driver most people are not watching The case for and against a recession as the only remaining path to 2.5 per cent inflation Whether the RBA's updated mandate on full employment has reduced its room to move What rising unemployment above 5 per cent would actually mean for households, banks and the federal budget 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.

  8. Aug 20

    Are Vendors Ready To Drop Their Prices? | Mark Bouris & Lachlan Coote

    Former NRL player Lachlan Coote made the switch from professional rugby league to residential real estate in Townsville, and what he has discovered about the market up there might surprise you. In this episode of Property Insights, Mark Bouris sits down with Lachlan to unpack what is really happening in Townsville right now. Median house prices up 80% in five years. A vacancy rate of just 0.01%. A defence force expansion bringing 500 new families to the city. A port expansion, new infrastructure, a brand new stadium, and a lifestyle that is starting to turn heads nationally. Lachlan also gets candid about the reality of starting from scratch in a new industry, the cold calls, the letterbox drops at 4am, and why being a former Cowboys player did not make selling homes as easy as he thought it would. If you are curious about regional property markets, thinking about investing outside the major capitals, or just want an honest conversation about what it takes to build a career in real estate, this episode is worth your time. Topics covered What it is really like to transition from elite sport to real estate How Lachlan built his client database and farming area from scratch Why Townsville's median house price has grown 80% since 2020 The role of the defence force expansion in driving demand Vacancy rates, yields, and what investors need to know right now How interest rate rises have changed buyer behaviour on the ground The Townsville lifestyle case — schools, amenities, employment and liveability What vendors are doing in a slowing market and how to manage their expectations Find a YBR broker near you: https://www.ybr.com.au Refinance calculator: https://www.ybr.com.au/calculators/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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