Property to boom or bust in 2026?

In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers is back to discuss the property market outlook for 2026. He also runs through the big 3 property news stories of the weeks, and covers your questions in the Listener Q&A. Here’s what was discussed this week: Story 1 – How property markets finished 2025 Story 2 – Construction cost pressures persist amid record construction activity Story 3 – Suburbs where people are making a loss - Listener Q&A - Other news of interest Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Property podcast) How the property market finished 2025 in a way nobody expected ASX set for soggy start to 2026 as inflation threat looms Apartment approvals jump, driven by… Property developers to be taxed $34k for every new home near SRL RLB Australia Market Intelligence Update – Q4 2025 Suburbs where home owners are selling at a loss Seven of 38 economists predict a February rate hike Bad news for interest rates in 2026 as big banks clash over cuts Dwelling price boom cools Aborted house price boom eases RBA pressure Property prices still tipped to break records in 2026 Rents reaccelerate as vacancy rates tighten Six property trends set to shape 2026 2025 mansions that topped suburb price records Rent luxury, buy smart – avoiding the holiday home trap Top performing suburbs in 2025 – Darwin dominates Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency Alcove mortgage broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices