InvestorKit Podcast

WW3 and Australian Property: What History Really Shows - with Junge Ma

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What happens to Australian property when the world goes to war?   InvestorKit's senior research analyst Junge Ma goes back over 100 years of data...

5 Million People in 10 Years?! What It Means for Housing - with Junge Ma

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Australia’s population is set to explode over the next decade, but housing construction isn’t keeping up. Which cities and regions will fe...

Property Market Will Crash If These 3 Things Happen - with Junge Ma

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is Australia’s property market heading towards a crash, or is the fear online overblown? More importantly, what real data should investors monit...

SMSF Property: Hold or Sell in 2026? - with Junge Ma

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When investing in property through your SMSF, should you buy and hold long term or sell once you see a profit? With more Australians using their SMSF ...

5 WORST Suburbs in Melbourne 2025: A Reflection - with Junge Ma

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which Melbourne suburbs actually underperformed in 2025, and more importantly, what can that teach investors heading into 2026?   In this episode...

From COVID to 2026: Understanding Australia's Property Boom Cycles - with Junge Ma

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Could 2026 be the year of the next Australian property boom? What signals are showing early signs, and which cities and markets are likely to benefit ...

Which Capital City Is Most Exposed? Population Boom vs Housing Supply - with Junge Ma

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which capital city is facing the biggest housing supply crunch right now and which one is falling furthest behind as population growth accelerates?In ...

Are Melbourne Townhouses the Next Opportunity? - with Junge Ma

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With Melbourne house prices pushing past reach for many investors, could townhouses be the next real opportunity in 2026 or is this a trend worth avoi...

Best Price Bracket For Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide: What does the data say? - with Junge Ma

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which house price bracket is about to lead property growth in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide? With interest rates staying high, middle range suburbs ar...

10 Worst Suburbs to Invest in 2026 - with Junge Ma

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the biggest mistake you could make in 2026 isn’t what you buy but where you buy it? Using over $800,000 a year in proprietary data analy...

Investors' Guide To Regional VIC: Geelong vs Ballarat vs Bendigo - with Junge Ma

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which regional Victorian market stacks up best right now? Geelong, Ballarat, or Bendigo? With all three gaining investor attention, this episode break...

These Top 10 NSW Regional Markets Are Waking Up - with Junge Ma

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have NSW regional markets been quietly setting up for their next growth phase? While Queensland and WA dominated headlines, the data is now starting t...

Melbourne vs Perth vs Brisbane: Where Should You Invest Your $650k? - with Junge Ma

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Where should you invest $650,000 in 2026? Melbourne, Perth or Brisbane? With prices rising and options narrowing, choosing the wrong city could cost y...

5 Locations To Outperform in 2026 - with Junge Ma

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With interest rates staying higher for longer, where can buyers still find growth in 2026? As affordability tightens across Australia, demand is incre...

Getting Quick 2 to 5 Properties! - with Arjun Paliwal

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it really takes to grow a property portfolio from two to five? Most Aussies get stuck at two, but there’s a method to break t...

Shocking Changes to Trust - with Arjun Paliwal

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trusts. Are they really the secret weapon for property investors or just an overcomplicated headache? More Australians are buying property through tru...

Ik Full Aus boom coming v1

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are we about to see another nationwide property upswing, and why is the data starting to point that way? After years where different states moved at d...

Top 3 Regional Locations Set for Serious Growth in 2026 - with Arjun Paliwal

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which regional property markets are quietly setting up for serious growth in 2026, and why are investors paying close attention now?   In this ep...

Top 3 Areas Big Investors Are Backing Before Everyone Notices - with Junge Ma

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where are big investors quietly positioning themselves for the next decade? Not all Aussie cities are set to grow equally, and in this episode, we bre...

Top 10 High Growth Locations in 2026 - with Junge Ma

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Which suburbs will deliver the strongest capital growth in 2026?   In this episode, InvestorKit Senior Research Analyst Junge Ma reveals the 10 r...

The 18.6-Year Cycle: Is an Aussie Property Crash Actually Coming? - with Junge Ma

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are we really on the edge of an Australian property crash, or are investors getting spooked by a theory that doesn’t stack up?   In this ep...

Buy or Sell in 2026? Every State Ranked! - with Junge Ma

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering where to invest in 2026?   In this episode, Junge Ma ranks every Australian capital city and reveals which markets are poised for growt...

Supply shortage and other trends in 2026 - with Junge Ma

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you invest when the country is running out of homes?   In this episode, Junge Ma breaks down the five trends that will shape the Australia...

Should you buy apartments in Darwin? - with Junge Ma

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are Darwin apartments really the golden ticket to portfolio growth, or are they hiding hidden risks?   In this episode, Junge Ma dives into Darwi...

3 types of Cities that will Benefit Most from Rate Drops - with Junge Ma

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are rate cuts really enough to spark a property boom, and if so, which cities are first in line?   In this episode, Junge Ma breaks down the data...

Cash Rate vs Interest Rates - with Junge Ma

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the difference between the cash rate and interest rate? And how do they affect your mortgage?   In this episode, Junge Ma, Senior Re...

Will the 5% Deposit Guarantee Trigger a 2026 First-Home Boom? - with Junge Ma

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is the new 5% deposit scheme about to trigger a property boom in 2026, or is the hype bigger than the impact?   In this episode, Junge Ma, Senior...

The TRUTH About Australia's Housing Supply Shortage - with Junge Ma

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Australia’s housing shortage really as bad as it seems… or is it even worse?   In this episode, InvestorKit’s Senior Resear...

Why Supplies Are So Tight in these 5 Cities - With Junge Ma

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when rental supply dries up, vacancy rates hit record lows, and demand keeps climbing? In this episode, Junge Ma uncovers the data behind...

5 Areas in Brisbane Poised for Growth - With Junge Ma

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Brisbane’s property market still booming, or has the growth run its course?   Join Junge Ma, Senior Research Analyst at InvestorKit, as ...

Ballarat vs Bendigo - With Junge Ma

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Which regional Victorian town offers a better investment opportunity in 2025 — Ballarat or Bendigo?   Join Junge Ma, Senior Research Analys...

2025 Real Growth Predictions - With Junge Ma

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where is the Australian property market heading as we closing out 2025?   Join Junge Ma as she shares three exciting growth predictions for the m...

Greater Perth: This Suburb is No Longer a Smart Buy - With Junge Ma

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Kwinana in Greater Perth still a smart place to invest in 2025?   In this episode, Junge Ma, the Lead Research Analyst at InvestorKit, reveals...

Off Market Myths - With Junge Ma

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are off-market properties really the hidden gems they’re made out to be?   InvestorKit’s lead analyst, Junge Ma, busts three big myth...

Why Off-the-plan Apartments Don't Work - With Junge Ma

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are off-the-plan apartments really the smart investment choice they’re made out to be?   Junge Ma dives into the myths surrounding off-the-...

Where not to buy with these 3 budgets - With Junge Ma

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where should you avoid investing your hard-earned money in today’s property market?   Join Junge Ma, Lead Research Analyst at InvestorKit, ...

Where to Buy with these 3 budgets - With Junge Ma

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to invest in property but unsure where your budget will stretch the furthest in 2025?   Join Junge Ma in this episode as she dives into t...

What a 0.25% Rate Drop Means for Property Prices - With Junge Ma

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What impact does a 0.25% interest rate drop really have on property markets across Australia?   Join Junge Ma in this episode as she explores his...

Low Budget Killing Your Property Growth - With Junge Ma

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How much of a difference can a $50,000 to $100,000 budget increase make in your property investment strategy? In this insightful episode, Junge Ma, th...

Is Paying Off Your Mortgage in 10 years a Good Strategy? - with Junge Ma

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if everything you thought about mortgage repayments was wrong? In this eye-opening episode, Junge Ma, the lead research analyst at InvestorKit, c...

Long-Term Growth Doesn't Look Like What You Think - With Arjun Paliwal

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does past performance really dictate future property growth in Australia?   Arjun Paliwal challenges this common belief, revealing how cities onc...

Perth vs Melbourne: Which Property Market is set to Boom in 2025? - With Arjun Paliwal

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about how Perth and Melbourne are shaping up in the second quarter of 2025?   In this insightful episode, Arjun Paliwal explores the star...

Why Rentvesting is Soaring in 2025? - With Arjun Paliwal

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you considering getting into the property market but unsure whether to buy a home or invest elsewhere?   In this episode of the InvestorKit p...

Land to Asset Ratio Explained - With Junge Ma

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you placing too much importance on land size when evaluating property investments?   In this episode, Junge Ma dives into the concept of land...

Is Melbourne Property Investment Right for You in 2025? - With Arjun Paliwal

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Melbourne really the right property market for you in 2025? The headlines say it’s heating up, but that doesn’t mean it suits every inv...

When Is the Right Time to Sell Your Investment Property? - With Junge Ma

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When is the right time to sell a property? That’s the question many investors struggle with — and in this episode, you'll finally get the ...

Build to Rent: A Game Changer for Australian Real Estate? - With Arjun Paliwal

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Build to Rent the next major shift in Australia's property market?   In this episode, Arjun Paliwal takes a deep dive into how the growing tre...

What The Data Says About Adding Value - With Arjun Paliwal

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you really adding value to your property, or just spending time and money with little return?   In this episode, property expert Arjun Paliwa...

The First Quarter Top 3 Performing Areas 2025 - With Junge Ma

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to uncover the top three performing property markets in Australia for the first quarter of 2025? In this insightful episode, Junge Ma, Lead Rese...

8 Strongest Yields in Australia 2025 - With Junge Ma

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for investment suburbs that pay solid rent and still have room to grow? In this episode, Lead Research Analyst Junge Ma from InvestorKit...

Understanding Property Market Trends: Does Winter Offer Better Deals? - With Junge Ma

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is winter really the secret weapon for property buyers? Junge Ma, breaks down the facts behind one of real estate’s most popular myths: that win...

The Impact of Victoria's New 7.5% Airbnb Tax on the Property Market - With Junge Ma

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do large-scale restrictions affect the property market?   In this episode, Junge Ma delves into the implications of the new 7.5% tax on Airbn...

Finding Double-Digit Growth in 2025 - With Junge Ma

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During the COVID boom, finding double-digit growth could almost always be done while wearing a blindfold. However, nowadays, that's no longer the case...

Unit Boom Coming: Does the Data Agree? - With Arjun Paliwal

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are units the next big opportunity for investors?   In this episode, I’m unpacking the massive price disparity between houses and units in ...

Strategy Stacking Explained - With Arjun Paliwal

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is strategy stacking, and how can you implement it in growing your portfolio?   Join me as I uncover the powerful concept of strategy stacki...

145k Jobs In 3 Locations - Are They Set for Growth? - With Junge Ma

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a booming number of job opportunities affect the property market?   Join Junge Ma, the lead research analyst at InvestorKit, in this ins...

Is Everyone Selling in Perth? - With Junge Ma

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard talks about everyone selling in Perth. What does the data say about this, and should you sell now as well?   Join Junge Ma, le...

What is Cross-Collateralisation and Why Should You Avoid It? - With Arjun Paliwal

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is cross-collateralisation and why do investors with large portfolios avoid it?   Join me in this insightful episode as I unpack the complex...

3 Key Metrics to Consider Before Investing in Melbourne Suburbs - With Arjun Paliwal

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to invest in Melbourne suburbs? You need to learn three key metrics to help you make more informed decisions.   Join me as I unpa...

The 5 Worst Melbourne Suburbs To Avoid - With Junge Ma

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking to invest in Melbourne in 2025, you need to know about these five suburbs that need to be avoided at all costs.   Join Junge Ma...

Investing in Darwin: Trends, Pros, and Cons for 2025 - With Junge Ma

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it a good idea to invest in Darwin in 2025?   Join Junge Ma, Lead Research Analyst at InvestorKit, in this insightful episode as she explores ...

Is Gen Z Really Locked Out of Property? - With Junge Ma

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it still possible for Gen Z to buy property?   Join Junge Ma, lead research analyst at InvestorKit, as she unpacks the realities of the proper...

When is Regional Too Regional? - 3 Tools to Determine - With Junge Ma

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When is a regional city considered to be "too regional"?   Join Junge Ma, the lead research analyst at InvestorKit, in this insightful episode as...

What is an Easement - Everything You Need to Know! - With Junge Ma

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is an easement, and what part does it play in property investment?   Join Junge Ma, the lead research analyst at InvestorKit, in this enligh...

Are Melbourne Minimum Rental Standards Really That Bad? - With Junge Ma

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are the new minimum rental standards bad for investors, or is it a win-win situation for both investors and tenants?   Junge Ma, Lead Research An...

3 Property Deal Breakers You Must Avoid - With Junge Ma

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What are the deal breakers that you need to avoid when investing in property?   Junge Ma, the Lead Research Analyst at InvestorKit, reveals three...

Why Blue Chip Assets Aren't Always the Best Investment Choice - With Junge Ma

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are blue chip assets always good investments?   Join Junge Ma, lead research analyst at InvestorKit, as she debunks the myth that blue chip subur...

Queensland Regional Towns Compared - With Junge Ma

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Regional centres in Queensland have been performing really well in the past few years—which ones are still set for growth?   In this episod...

Do Rate Cuts Cause Property Price Booms? - With Junge Ma

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do Rate Cuts Cause Property Price Booms?   Will a rate cut cause a property price boom?   Join Junge Ma as she explores the intriguing relat...

Will Scrapping Negative Gearing Crash Australia's Property Market? - With Junge Ma

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Will scrapping negative gearing crash the property market in Australia?   In this episode, Junge Ma provides a historical perspective on negative...

Top 25 Undersupplied Areas of 2025- With Junge Ma

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are the Top 25 Undersupplied Areas that will set you up for massive potential in 2025?   Join Junge Ma in this insightful episode as she inv...

Was our 2023 Hot List right? honest review might shock you

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Revisiting our Top 23 Suburbs in 2023—how did they actually perform?   Discover how these suburbs fared over 21 months, with many achieving...

Understanding Townsville's Growth: Key Indicators and Future Predictions

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the Townsville market about to tank?   In this episode, Junge delves into the property market of Townsville, which has seen a significant 17% ...

Why Australia's 1.2 Million Homes Target is Unlikely to be Met

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it still possible to complete the 1.2 million homes project on time?   The data actually says no, and I'll be breaking down why not.   The govern...

The Deeper Details of Commercial Property Deals - With Chris Huxter

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can you spot deal breakers in good commercial properties?   Chris Huxter, head of commercial at InvestorKit, joins us today as he analyses two in...

Everything you need to know about WA - With Junge Ma

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the final episode of this four-part series! This time focusing on the state of Western Australia.   This series has been hosted by our lead r...

Everything You Need To Know About SA - With Junge Ma

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The third episode of this four-part series focuses on the state of South Australia!   This series, our lead research analyst at InvestorKit, Junge Ma...

Everything you need to know about QLD - With Junge Ma

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second episode of this four-part series!   Where our lead research analyst at InvestorKit, Junge Ma analyses four states using three key ...

The Rest of 2024 Forecasted! Supercharged Growth

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even though we're at the tail end of 2024, This year still has a lot of potential left in terms of the property market!   On this episode, I'll be ra...

Everything You Need to Know About Victoria - With Junge Ma

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of this four-part series!   Where our lead research analyst at InvestorKit, Junge Ma analyses four states using three ke...

The Significance of Commercial Due Diligence - With Chris Huxter

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's dive deeper into the importance of doing due diligence on the commercial property investment side of things.   We are joined by the head of com...

All Boom Suburbs Share These 3 Factors - With Arjun Paliwal

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It may be overwhelming to find out what makes an area boom, but if you take a closer look at the data, it all has these 3 traits in common!   Let me ...

Doing The Numbers On Rentvesting - With Arjun Paliwal

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is rent money, dead money? Not exactly...   In this episode, let's look at some addresses around the country and compare the numbers to when you rent...

Doing Due Diligence in Commercial Property Investing Can Potentially Save You! - With Chris Huxter

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Commercial property investing can be very lucrative if done right!   There are endless possibilities to it, but one thing you have to always keep in ...

The 4 Locations that will Outperform the Rest in 2024! - With Junge Ma

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering where the top locations around the country to start investing are?   In today's episode, our lead research analyst at InvestorKit, ...

Is It Better to Invest in Greater Melbourne or Regional Victoria? - With Arjun Paliwal

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it better to invest in greater Melbourne or in regional Victoria?   In this episode, I'll be discussing the key differences between the two.   Am...

These Lending Traps Will Kill Your Portfolio Growth! - With Arjun Paliwal

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your portfolio growth is what will elevate you to new heights in your property investment journey, but it will stall with these three lending traps th...

When This Happens Perth is OVER! What to Keep Your Eyes On - With Junge Ma

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Perth has been an absolute hotspot for a while now. We all have the same questions in our minds at this moment...   How much longer has it got?   In...

From Struggle to Success! How Did He Manage to Do It? - With Cristian Basescu

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coming from very humble beginnings to owning a successful business and having a multi-property portfolio, how did Cristian Basescu achieve this?   He...

How Does Buying Off-Market Actually Work? Let's Find Out! - With Arjun Paliwal

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what off-market properties are and how they work?   Well, in this episode, I'm back to discuss what they are and where you could possib...

Profit vs Poor Choice! Buying in the Largest vs Smallest Capital City - With Junge Ma

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does population size play a significant enough role when it comes to property investing?   Today we find out! As InvestorKit's lead research analyst,...

Profit vs Poor Choice! Land to Asset Ratio - With Junge Ma

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To the average person, buying a big, brand-new house is a no-brainer.   But if you're a smart property investor, you'll know that looking at a specif...

Profit vs Poor Choice! Is Location Everything in Property Investing? - With Junge Ma

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is location what you should solely look at when deciding where to buy?   In this episode, Junge Ma, InvestorKit's lead research analyst, shows us the...

Profit vs Poor Choice! City or Regional? - With Junge Ma

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Deciding on which property or location to invest in could mean the difference between profitability and a poor return on your hard earned cash.   Thi...

The 4 Pillars of Profit-Driven Data! Affordability - With Junge Ma

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this final episode of a knowledge-filled series, Junge Ma, InvestorKit lead research analyst finally sheds light on affordability, the final pillar...

The 4 Pillars of Profit-Driven Data! Importance of Economic Strength - With Junge Ma

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This third installment of the four-part series features the importance of economic strength. Junge Ma, InvestorKit lead research analyst, shares with ...

The 4 Pillars of Profit-Driven Data! Construction Activities - With Junge Ma

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the second installment of the four-part series, Junge Ma, InvestorKit lead research analyst, takes the reigns once more to discuss with us yet ano...

The 4 Pillars of Profit-Driven Data! Population Demographics - With Junge Ma

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this week's episode, I'm quite excited to present to you, a special guest host and InvestorKit's own lead research analyst, Junge Ma!   Join her ...

Transitioning from Residential to Commercial! - With Chris Huxter & Raimon Lewandowski

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When people say they're financial planners, we usually think of buying shares of companies, the stock market, funds, and financial safeguarding, among...

How to Build Wealth and Protect Your Future! Is Financial Planning Important? - With Shamsher Singh

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Financial freedom is something that most, if not all, individuals aspire to have...   But how can you get there without a proper idea or plan on how ...