In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Chris Bates discuss the recent turn to the right in global politics, the softer outlook for headline inflation, and the markets expected to benefit from falling interest rates. If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on boosting your retirement, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics covered today: Property as politics takes a right turn Headline inflation forecast to fall below target Which markets will benefit from rate cuts? Resources for this episode 1 – Property as politics takes a right turn Population Update 2025 2 – Westpac predicts headline inflation below target Westpac Economics Report: Bull Inflation Deeper IS Gareth Aird LinkedIn Post: RBA Feb 2025 Activity 3 – Housing markets set to benefit from rate cuts (CoreLogic, Eliza Owen) Which housing markets could get the biggest boost from rate cuts Revealed: The housing markets set to get the biggest jolt from interest rate cuts Other news of interest Another major bank has announced new fixed rates Westpac cuts fixed rates ahead of RBA HIA calls for lending changes as… Home ownership gets even further out of reach for first home buyers in NSW Lending restrictions should be eased Australian housing finance rises 14% in… Westpac Economics Report: Bull Housing Finance Key priority: Woolies orders workers to return to office The baffling and little-known WFH statistic Woolworths orders staff back to the office Vacancy rates fall again as housing… Two-bedroom home jumps reserve by more than 1M as auctions pick up Next week's rate cut has already hit the housing market Toorak mansion becomes the nation’s most expensive home FOMO to hit commercial market Victorian property investors still jumping ship more than 12 months since land tax hike exacerbating rent crisis Ask a question (select the Property podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest 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

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