In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant, Liam Garman and Steve Kuper sit down to unpack their five top predictions for 2025.

In this first part of the podcast, the trio unpack how global macroeconomic headwinds may impact Australian house prices and whether a weaker Australian dollar may delay the market’s anticipated rate cuts.

They then discuss the underlying causes of persistent inflation and whether waiting for rate cuts forms a smart strategy for investors – given that major banks may not pass on the savings.

The podcast then turns to how Australia’s lack of economic complexity could spell disaster for the economy in the event of global crises.

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While Brisbane is often seen as an underdog, the city has recently emerged as a hotspot for property investment – but what are the reasons for that change?

On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman sits down with Melinda Jennison, managing director of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), to share an in-depth analysis of the Brisbane market.

The duo discuss the factors driving interest in Brisbane, the challenges investors might face, and the evolving landscape of buyer agents.

While Melinda is pleased to see the market growing, she warns investors that buying properties in Brisbane is challenging, emphasising the need to understand flood risks and new rental legislation.

She said that investors will have to do their due diligence as the market continues to evolve and that seeking a trusted team will help navigate complexities to make sound investment choices in this burgeoning market.

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