A Nation Underbuilt: Confronting Our Housing Reality

A Nation Underbuilt: Confronting Our Housing Reality

Australia isn’t building enough homes — but the real issue is a failure of leadership to know that we were always going to be short and provide creative solutions. In this blog I explore housing shortfalls, investor exits, and the social housing gap in this urgent call for action.

Behind the Numbers: The Real Stories Beneath July’s Property Data

What’s really driving Australia’s property prices this winter? In the latest Behind the Numbers, Cate Bakos and Cameron Kusher join me to unpack six months of rising home values, stubborn affordability issues, and the emotional tug-of-war buyers and sellers are navigating right now.

From price-holding vendors to off-market deals, from Darwin’s unexpected boom to Melbourne’s investor comeback — this market isn’t just about data. It’s about people making big, often emotional decisions in uncertain times.

If you want to know what’s really going on beneath the headlines, this one’s for you.

"June 2025 Real Estate Market Wrap – What Buyers, Sellers & Investors Need to Know"

"June 2025 Real Estate Market Wrap – What Buyers, Sellers & Investors Need to Know"

In this month’s Behind the Numbers – Property Wrap, Cameron Kusher from the REIP Commentary team and buyer’s advocate Cate Bakos unpack the key forces shaping Australia’s housing market in June 2025. From buyer activity on the fringes to tightening rental conditions, subdued listing volumes, and investor momentum, this market is anything but quiet. Whether you're navigating auctions, eyeing new builds, or planning your next property move — their expert insights offer clarity in a fast-changing landscape.