Prepare to embark on an exciting journey into the realm of hot property markets with Terry Ryder and Tim Graham! Terry & Tim from Hotspotting, are dedicated to providing the most accurate and unbiased research to help investors make informed decisions on where to buy. The Hotspotting Podcast brings you the latest data, trends, and market statistics, along with in-depth discussions on growth areas and the larger factors impacting Australia's property landscape. Terry & Tim regularly feature s ...
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From Homeless Teen to Finance Leader: The Story of Louis “Lucky” Velasquez
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24:14In this episode, Tim Graham sits down with Louis Velasquez—better known as Lucky—the founder of Finance Better. From humble beginnings in the slums of Manila to becoming a hedge fund trader and ultimately building one of Australia’s standout mortgage broking businesses, Lucky’s story is one of grit, resilience, and purpose. Lucky opens up about: Hi…
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Perth Property Slows but Demand for Units Surges
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3:32The Australian property market is on the move again — and the Spring edition of The Price Predictor Index uncovers some surprising shifts. Brisbane is strengthening, Melbourne’s revival is confirmed, and Sydney is back in the growth game. Meanwhile, Perth and regional hotspots in WA and Queensland are cooling, as Darwin surges to the top and the Go…
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What the Finder Housing Affordability Survey Reveals About Policy Failures
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4:31Is negative gearing really to blame for Australia’s housing crisis? A new Finder survey asked 22 leading economists, academics, and property experts how to make housing more affordable — and their answers may surprise you. Not one pointed to negative gearing, and only one mentioned capital gains tax. Instead, the focus was on boosting housing suppl…
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What the Numbers Reveal About Australia’s Rental Crisis
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3:05Why are property prices across Australia still on the rise when affordability is already stretched? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into the latest SQM Research data showing housing listings have dropped across every capital city, tightening supply just as demand continues to surge. With migration, population growth, and poor housing policy all adding f…
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How We Predicted the Hottest Market in Australia Before It Made Headlines
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3:08Why are property prices across Australia still on the rise when affordability is already stretched? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into the latest SQM Research data showing housing listings have dropped across every capital city, tightening supply just as demand continues to surge. With migration, population growth, and poor housing policy all adding f…
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What the ACTU Campaign Overlooks About Housing Affordability
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4:47Sally McManus and the ACTU want to scrap negative gearing and the capital gains tax “concession” for property investors, arguing it will fix housing affordability. But does the evidence actually stack up? In this episode, we dive into the history of negative gearing in Australia, the real impact of CGT rules, and why blaming property investors migh…
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Lessons in Real Estate, Leadership & Sales with Adam Horth
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39:07In this episode, Terry Ryder, Founder of Hotspotting, sits down with Adam Horth — a seasoned real estate professional, trainer, and Operations Director at Smartre Group. Adam’s journey began at just 19 years old, starting out as a salesperson and eventually building his own highly successful agency in Ipswich, QLD. Within six years, his office was …
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What Our Early Analysis Revealed About Darwin’s Strong Growth
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3:22Everyone’s suddenly talking about the “Darwin boom” as if it came out of nowhere – but did it really? In this episode, we unpack why the media has only just noticed what was obvious months ago. We reveal how forward-looking data pointed to Darwin’s rise well before prices surged, and why the so-called exodus to affordable lifestyle is anything but …
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Regional Victoria Property Market Shows Signs of a Strong Comeback
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3:07After two quiet years, Regional Victoria’s property market is showing clear signs of a strong revival. Our latest Hotspotting analysis reveals a surge in sales activity across key cities including Bendigo, Geelong, Shepparton, Wodonga and Ballarat – with sales volumes now at their highest since the Covid boom of 2021. In this episode, we unpack wha…
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Melbourne Property Outlook Brightens After Years of Decline
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3:20Melbourne’s property market is making a comeback — and the data confirms it. After lagging behind other capitals, the city is now cheaper than Brisbane and Sydney, with sales activity surging to its highest levels since the 2021 boom. Backed by population growth, new infrastructure, and rising demand for affordable units, Melbourne is shaping up as…
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How We Predicted the Hottest Market in Australia Before It Made Headlines
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3:22Why do media commentators keep declaring ‘new’ trends that have actually been brewing for years? In this episode, we unpack the so-called “Darwin boom” — the one the headlines claimed nobody saw coming. Spoiler: we called it back in January. Discover how forward-looking indicators, like our Price Predictor Index, spot market surges months before th…
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Why Timing Is Everything in Picking Property Winners
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3:33Where not to buy can be just as telling as where to invest. In this episode, we dive into the thinking behind our latest National Top 10 Best Buys report – and why some of Australia’s strongest recent performers, like Perth, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast, are no longer on the list. We explain why these booming markets have now passed their peak, and…
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COMO: The Latest Acronym in Real Estate – or Just History Repeating?
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3:42From FOMO to COMO – but is it really new? The media says we’ve entered the “COMO era” – Compromise Or Miss Out – as buyers face affordability pressures and tight supply. But is this a fresh trend or simply a rebrand of a long-standing reality? In this episode, we explore why compromising to get on the property ladder has always been part of the jou…
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Uncovering the Real Winners of FY2025 Property Growth
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6:31Think Australia’s property market only grew 5% last year? Think again. In this episode, we unpack why the national average is a misleading headline – and reveal the hundreds of markets across Australia that outperformed by two, three, even four times that figure. From regional boom towns to affordable pockets in smaller capitals, these are the plac…
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What the Olympic Games Means for Brisbane’s Property Boom
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4:15Brisbane is booming — but it’s not just houses leading the charge. In this episode, we dive into why Brisbane has become one of Australia’s strongest-performing property markets, recently crossing the $1 million median house price mark. But here’s what’s even more interesting: it’s the unit market that’s outpacing houses in many suburbs. With massi…
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Queensland’s Regional Cities Are Prime for Investment
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3:59Brisbane’s booming – but Regional Queensland might just be outpacing it. In this episode, we unpack why Queensland’s regional markets are turning heads: strong price growth, soaring demand, and a tidal wave of infrastructure investment leading up to the 2032 Olympics. From Townsville to the Sunshine Coast, these markets are offering the ultimate pr…
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Building Wealth in Your 40s with Sam Wakefield of Optalife
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59:34Your 40s are one of the most powerful decades to take control of your financial future—and in this episode, we show you how. Tim Graham is joined by Sam Wakefield, financial adviser and founder of Optalife, to explore practical strategies for Australians in their 40s who want to grow, protect, and future-proof their wealth. Whether you're playing c…
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Who Should You Really Trust on Property Market Trends
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6:17Is metro market momentum really back — or is that just lazy analysis? In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the real estate headlines doing the rounds… and expose why many so-called “expert” takes just don’t stack up. From regional markets outpacing the capitals to units giving houses a run for their money, the data tells a different st…
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Where to Buy Next According to Our Cheapies with Prospects – Regional Edition
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3:50Think regional South Australia is off the radar for serious property investors? Think again. This episode dives into the standout performance of affordable regional towns like Murray Bridge — Australia’s No.1 location for capital growth over the past five years. We break down the data behind the boom, reveal why “cheapies with prospects” are delive…
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How Real Estate Is Shaping the Future of Australian Wealth
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2:49Australia’s household wealth has hit a record-breaking $17.3 trillion — but what’s really driving this surge? In this episode, we explore the numbers behind the boom, uncovering why property still holds the crown as the nation’s top wealth-builder. Is Australia’s real estate obsession sustainable? What role is super starting to play? And how might …
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Why the Media Keeps Getting Property Market Forecasts So Wrong
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5:05Is Australia really on the brink of a property boom… just because interest rates dropped a little? That’s what the headlines want you to believe—but the real story is far more complex. In this episode, we unpack the growing wave of misinformation flooding mainstream media about real estate. From journalists with zero property knowledge to shiny “se…
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Uncovering the Property Markets Defying National Growth Trends
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2:57What if you didn’t have to choose between strong rental income and serious capital growth? In this episode, we dive into new data from The Pulse—a quarterly report that spotlights 50 high-performing property markets across Australia. These aren't your typical hotspots: we’re talking yields of 6–8%, paired with one-year capital growth averaging 18%—…
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🎙 TickerNews Interview: Can Investors Still Get Both Cash Flow and Capital Growth?
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6:29At a time when many investors feel forced to choose between yield and growth, Hotspotting’s Pulse Report proves you can still have both, if you know where to look. In this TickerNews interview, Tim Graham breaks down the insights from the latest Winter 2025 edition of The Pulse Report, revealing 50 Australian suburbs with strong rental yields and s…
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Regional NSW on the Rise as Buyer Demand Picks Up Pace
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2:37Is Regional NSW Australia’s next property hotspot? 🏡 Our latest Price Predictor Index reveals a quiet surge in buyer demand across key regional centres — with standout growth in places like Wollongong, Wagga Wagga and Port Macquarie. In this episode, we unpack what’s driving this rising momentum, why some areas are outperforming, and what it means …
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Winter 2025 Price Predictor Index: Australia’s Surprising New Hotspots
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13:04Which property markets are heating up—and which are cooling down? In this episode of The Property Playbook, Tim Graham sits down with Australia’s leading independent property analyst, Terry Ryder of Hotspotting, to unpack the insights from the Winter 2025 edition of the Price Predictor Index. Discover which capital cities and regional areas are sho…
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Australia’s Land Supply Crisis Intensifies Amid Rising Prices
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5:48Australia’s housing crisis is deepening — but why are land prices still soaring even as sales hit a 25-year low? In this episode, we unpack the latest Residential Land Report, exposing the growing mismatch between demand and supply of shovel-ready land. From skyrocketing prices in Perth to policy inertia in Canberra, we explore what’s fuelling the …
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Why Steady Markets Could Be Your Smartest Investment Yet
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4:43Everyone wants growth — but what about consistency? In this episode, we explore a different kind of opportunity: Australia’s most consistent property markets, where buyer demand remains steady quarter after quarter. These are the quiet achievers — suburbs and regions that may not always make headlines but have delivered impressive long-term growth.…
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Hidden Hotspots Fueling Australia’s Housing Market Growth
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5:05Think Sydney and Melbourne lead the property market? Think again. In this episode, we reveal the surprising frontrunners from the Winter edition of The Price Predictor Index — and it’s the smaller capitals and regional markets stealing the spotlight. 📍 Darwin tops the list as Australia's hottest market 📈 Hobart is making a powerful comeback 🏡 Regio…
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Why Darwin Is Now the Hottest Property Market in Australia
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6:11What’s really happening in Australia’s property markets? In this episode, we break down the new Winter edition of the Price Predictor Index — and the results are anything but expected. 🏆 Darwin has skyrocketed to become the hottest market in the country, with sales activity going ballistic. 📈 Hobart is making a strong comeback after a quiet spell. …
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What’s Really Stopping Homeowners from Downsizing or Upgrading?
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4:36Why Moving House Costs More Than You Think Thinking of moving home? It’s not just about finding the right property anymore — the real hurdle is the staggering cost of moving. In cities like Sydney and Melbourne, transaction costs for selling, buying, and relocating now average over $100,000. For many, this financial burden is a major reason they st…
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Behind the Curtain of Affordable Housing Promises
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5:45Affordable Housing: The Great Political Mirage Politicians love to promise “affordable housing” — but where are the numbers? Behind the headlines and media events, affordable homes remain an elusive dream, buried under soaring land prices, construction costs, and government taxes. From Brisbane’s zoning reforms to Sydney’s grand plans, we unpack wh…
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Is Australia really heading into the “grandaddy of all property booms” just because of a couple of interest rate cuts? If you believe the headlines, that’s exactly what’s happening. But here’s the problem: those headlines are mostly rubbish. In this episode, we cut through the media hype and take a hard look at what’s really driving property prices…
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From Wall Street to Toorak: Luxury Real Estate with Nicholas Brooks | Marshall White Stonnington
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13:07How does someone go from trading commodities in New York City to selling some of Melbourne’s most luxurious homes? In this episode of The Property Playbook, host Tim Graham sits down with Nicholas Brooks, Director of Marshall White Stonnington, to explore his unique journey into real estate and what it takes to thrive in the top end of Melbourne’s …
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Australia’s Fastest Growing Cities and What It Means for Property
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4:20Australia is one of the most urbanised nations on earth, but how is its population growth reshaping the map? New data from .id reveals surprising trends across the country’s fifty largest cities and towns. Some regional centres are surging ahead while others are slipping behind. The Sunshine Coast has quietly become the fastest growing city in the …
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The High Yield Towns We DON’T Recommend - 20 No-Go Zones With The Allure of High Rental Returns
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3:24What do some of the highest rental yields in Australia have in common with some of the biggest property busts? In this episode, we explore the darker side of high yield towns and why some locations that promise strong returns can become financial traps. From Moranbah to Port Hedland, the history of boom and bust in resource-driven towns is littered…
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The Hidden Costs Driving Up Australian House Prices
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4:12Why does it now cost nearly a million dollars to build a basic home in Australia? The latest NAB Residential Property Survey reveals some uncomfortable truths. Construction costs are soaring, government taxes and delays are adding layers of expense, and productivity in the building sector has fallen dramatically over the past 30 years. Yet investor…
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The Election Is Over but Housing Policy Is Still a Mess
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5:05🎙️ Why the Election Won’t Fix the Housing Crisis Australia has voted — but will the Federal Election result change anything for the housing crisis? For real estate consumers, the answer is... probably not. In this episode, we cut through the political noise and unpack what the election outcome really means for home buyers, investors, renters, and t…
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🏅 Brisbane 2032 Olympics – What It Means for Property Investors - Webinar Replay
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1:05:27This was one of the most highly anticipated and highly attended webinars of the year — and for good reason. In this exclusive session, Hotspotting founder Terry Ryder and iBuyNew CEO Daniel Petersen explore the powerful impact the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games will have on property markets across South East Queensland. ✔ Learn from cas…
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What the Real Data Says About the State of the Perth Market
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4:36🎙️ Perth Property: Boom or Bust? Cutting Through the Noise In the confusing world of real estate commentary, how do you know who to trust? In this episode, we unpack the conflicting headlines surrounding the Perth property market — with some claiming the boom is still raging, while others say it’s well and truly over. So, who’s telling the truth? W…
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Where to Find the Best Cashflow Deals According to Our Top 10 Report
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3:05🎙️ The Positive Cashflow Property Myth Busted Think high interest rates mean goodbye to positive cashflow? Think again. In this episode, we break down why smart investors are still finding strong cashflow opportunities right now across Australia. We explore the truth behind the long-held myth that you can’t have high rental yields and capital growt…
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Debunking the Link Between First-Home Buyer Support and Price Surges
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4:10Government support for first-home buyers always seems to spark the same criticism: that it drives up prices and does more harm than good. But where’s the evidence? In this episode, we unpack the recurring claims that FHB schemes like deposit guarantees and grants inflate property values — and ask why these arguments persist despite a lack of suppor…
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After several years of standout growth, Perth’s housing market is starting to cool — but that doesn’t mean it’s headed for a fall. In this episode, we break down the latest indicators showing that Perth’s price growth has slowed, even as the state’s economy remains one of the strongest in the country. We also look beyond the capital to Regional WA,…
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Blaming NIMBYs Won’t Fix Broken Housing Policy
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5:09Scapegoating has become Australia’s unofficial national sport — and nowhere is this more obvious than in the commentary surrounding our housing crisis. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the latest wave of finger-pointing, where so-called NIMBYs (Not In My Back Yard) and Baby Boomers are being blamed for everything from unaffordable housing …
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The Housing Crisis Scapegoat No One Should Believe
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6:37In this episode, we challenge the growing media and political narrative blaming older Australians for the housing crisis. With new data from Australian Seniors and PropTrack, we unpack why the push to guilt Baby Boomers into downsizing is not only misguided — it's deeply unfair and factually wrong. We expose the lazy policy thinking behind the idea…
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The Surprising City Outperforming Australia’s Major Markets
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4:23In this episode, we dive deep into one of Australia’s most remarkable and resilient property markets—Adelaide. While other cities like Perth are losing momentum, Adelaide continues its upward trajectory, now entering its sixth year of steady growth. Backed by data from Hotspotting’s latest Price Predictor Index, we unpack why buyer demand remains h…
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Beyond the Hype: Terry Ryder’s National Top 10 Best Buys | The Property Playbook
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12:09With over 15,000 suburbs across Australia, how do you know where to invest next—and which markets are set to outperform? In this episode of The Property Playbook, host Tim Graham sits down with Australia’s leading property analyst, Terry Ryder, to reveal the latest insights from Hotspotting’s National Top 10 Best Buys report. Unlike media-driven “h…
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Political Smoke & Mirrors: The Truth Behind the Housing Crisis Debate
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7:11As the federal election approaches, housing policy has finally hit the spotlight — but not for the right reasons. In this episode, Terry Ryder cuts through the spin and dive into the political theatre playing out between major parties over Australia's housing crisis. From vote-chasing tax perks to demand-boosting band-aid schemes, he unpacks why bo…
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Election Promises vs. Housing Reality | Tim Graham on TickerNews
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6:08With housing affordability now a key battleground in the federal election, Tim Graham, Managing Director of Hotspotting, joins Ahron Young on TickerNews to unpack what the major parties are promising—and whether those policies will make any real difference. In this episode, Tim explains why most policies on offer are short-term, demand-side sugar h…
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Landlords Aren’t Winning — They’re Bleeding Cash
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6:31In this episode, Terry Ryder dismantles the media myths surrounding landlords and reveals a far more sobering reality — most investors aren’t profiting, they’re bleeding cash. With 65% operating at a loss and many forced to sell, Ryder explores why the rental market is under serious threat. From rising interest rates to hostile policies, he exposes…
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Changing of the Guard: Perth’s Peak and the New Property Leaders
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9:45Perth's Property Market at its Peak: Tim Graham discusses the shift in Perth's property market as it reaches its peak. He shares insights from Hotspotting's Price Predictor Index, explaining how rising sales activity often leads to price growth, and how Perth's market is now experiencing a slowdown due to decreasing sales. Why Perth Was Doing Well:…
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