The Elephant In The Room Property Podcast | Inside Australian Real Estate
Episodes
Inside the Business of Property Development Site Acquisition
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The success of a property development project is heavily influenced at the site selec...
The Politics of Density: Who Really Benefits?
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For years, we’ve treated housing affordability as a demand problem — interest rates, borrowing power, incentives. But what if the real issue sits ...
The Policy Shift That Could Reshape Property Prices
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When we talk about Australia’s housing crisis, interest rates and investors dominate the conversation—but the real drivers run deeper. In this epi...
Retiring with a Mortgage: The New Normal?
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For decades, the assumption was simple: by the time Australians reached retirement, the mortgage was gone. But that reality is changing fast.Today, mo...
The Strategic Approach to Property Development
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many investors see property development as the natural “next step” — a faster way to manufacture growth and build equity. The reality is far les...
When a Granny Flat Makes Sense — And When It Doesn’t
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Granny flats are being sold as the answer to everything—housing affordability, rental yield, multigenerational living, even retirement planning. But...
Is NSW’s Planning System Actually Delivering More Housing?
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NSW has moved fast to reform its planning system, promising to unlock housing supply through sweeping state-led controls. But zoning uplift alone does...
Why Retirement Living Needs Planning Before Retirement Age
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most Australians assume they’ll deal with retirement living and aged care when the time comes. The problem? By the time it does, the system has alre...
Multi-Generational Living: Legal, Financial, and Practical Realities
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Multi-generational living is becoming a more common response to the uncomfortable realities facing ageing parents and their adult children.With tradit...
The Power of Place: How Architecture Impacts Our Well-being
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if our homes did more than just provide shelter? What if they could actually contribute to the health of the planet and the people living within ...
Simon Kuestenmacher: What Demographics Reveal About Housing and Economic Pressure Points
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing debate is crowded with loud opinions — but very little demographic reality.In this episode, we unpack what Australia’s popul...
Trust Lending, SMSFs, and the New Property Danger Zone
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Property investing has rarely looked more seductive—or more dangerous. In this episode, Veronica and Chris unpack the growing gap between how proper...
Australia’s Housing Incentives Are Backfiring
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australian property prices are often treated as a national scoreboard—up means success, down means failure.But what if that assumption is wrong? In ...
Understanding the Forces Shaping the Property Market in 2026
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As 2025 comes to a close, property headlines are once again filling with bold predictions about what 2026 will bring. But rather than playing the fore...
What Agents Don’t Want Buyers to See: The Truth About Campaign Histories
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one of the least transparent parts of Australia’s property market: sales campaign behaviour. From hidde...
What’s Really Driving the Crisis? Eliza Owen Cuts Through the Noise
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing market is creaking under pressure — record-low affordability, rising lower-end prices, and policies that keep boosting demand ...
Louis Christopher: Are We Heading for a Market Slowdown or Another Surge?
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2026 is shaping up as a year of subtle indicators and big risks, and Louis Christopher breaks down the data points seasoned investors should be paying...
Restructuring Debt, Rebuilding Portfolios & Future-Proofing Against AI: Q&A 2025
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Q&A episode, Veronica and Chris unpack the real property questions investors are facing right now. From ATO debt rules to cashflow pressur...
Inside “The Block” Auctions: What Really Went Wrong in Daylesford
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Block 2025 auctions were billed as a massive TV spectacle — but what unfolded in Daylesford turned out to be one of the most revealing auction f...
Luke Metcalfe: Can AI Be Trusted with Property Decisions?
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s talking about AI as the future of property, but what if it’s quietly distorting how we see value?Veronica and Chris sit down with Luke ...
Ben Kingsley: Risky Advice on the Rise and the “Get Rich Quick” Comeback
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Property investment has entered dangerous new territory. What used to be about building long-term wealth has become clouded by hype, shortcuts, and un...
Off-Market On the Rise: The “Quiet” Evolution in Real Estate
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a side of the property market most Australians never see — where listings don’t make headlines, and deals happen behind closed doors.In ...
Old Laws, New Problems: Prof. Cathy Sherry on How Strata Blocks Progress in Australia’s Cities
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s strata system was once a clever solution to urban living — a way to share land, lift homeownership, and build communities in growing c...
Financing the Future: Why Projects Are Stalling Across Australia
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing shortage isn’t just about planning approvals or red tape — it’s about money. In this episode, commercial finance expe...
Alan Oster: What Investors Must Watch Beyond the Headlines
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Property decisions today hinge on interest rates, inflation, and housing demand — but what if the traditional signals we’ve all relied on no longe...
The Investor Pulse Check: PIPA’s Survey Reveals Market Shifts
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s really driving property investors in 2025? The latest PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey lays it bare — and the results matter for every invest...
Short Stays: Does the Model Still Work in 2025?
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Short-term rentals have faced caps, levies, and rising costs. Investors are asking the big question: Does the short-stay model still work?In this epis...
Kolmeo vs. the Old Model: Can Tech Fix the Property Management Space?
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Property management in Australia has been facing challenges for years — tenants feel ignored, landlords are frustrated, and managers are burning out...
LongView’s Fund: Turning Home Equity Into Investor Opportunity
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing market has been facing growing pressures in recent years.Homeowners often sit on millions in equity but can’t easily access it...
Innovation, Investment & Infrastructure: The Three Keys to Solving Housing in Australia
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing crisis isn’t just a social problem — it’s an economic one.In this episode, Robert Pradolin, founder of Housing All Austral...
NIMBY vs YIMBY: Can We Balance Progress and Preservation?
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NIMBY vs YIMBY? Is saying “no” to change protecting community character — or blocking the homes our cities desperately need? In this...
Commercial Property 101: The Rules, Risks & Rewards
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Commercial property isn’t just “resi with higher yields” — it’s a whole different game with its own language, rules, and...
Strata at a Crossroads: Why the System Needs Urgent Change
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s strata sector is under pressure — and it's no longer a niche issue. Following high-profile investigations by Four Corners and ...
What Data-Driven Investors Get Wrong (And Right)
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With property data becoming increasingly available, investors face a growing challenge: accurately interpreting the numbers. In this episode, Veronica...
The Truth About Property Negotiation: Why Most Buyers Get It Wrong
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we sit down with Scott Aggett, founder of Hello Haus, a negotiation service shaking up Australia’s property buying landscape. Scott pulls...
Own Your Home, Max Your Super: A Real Talk Guide to Financial Freedom
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re navigating retirement planning in Australia, this episode is a must-listen. Financial adviser James Wrigley joins The Elephant in the ...
Uninsurable? The Hidden Risks in Strata and Property Insurance
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to property ownership in Australia, few topics are as misunderstood—and as crucial—as insurance. In this episode, Veronica s...
Beyond the Boom: Long-Term Strategy vs. Short-Term Gains in Perth
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a city goes from being “uninvestable” to a national hotspot almost overnight? In this episode, Perth-based buyer’s...
Building Community, Not Just Property: Inside the Property Collectives Model
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Riley, founder of Property Collectives, to explore a new way of thinking about housing—one rooted in ...
What’s Fueling the Sentiment Shift in Regional Property?
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s really behind the shift we’re seeing in regional property market trends, especially along the NSW South Coast? In this episode, we ...
What’s Really Causing the Housing Crisis in Australia? Peter Mares Breaks It Down
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is housing really unaffordable because we’re not building enough? Or is that just one part of a much bigger, more complicated story? In this epi...
Could the Property Boom Be Built on Illusion? Martin North Has a Warning
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is all this property wealth we talk about actually real—or is it just theoretical? That’s what we unpack in this episode with our guest Ma...
Australia’s Biggest Home Builder Opens Up About Survival
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The building industry in Australia 2025 is still feeling the ripple effects of COVID, supply chain chaos, and builder collapses, and we wanted to know...
Property Q&A: Zoning Shakeups, Rentvesting Moves & $600K Investment Myths Debunked
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do zoning shakeups mean for your suburb, your street, and your property’s value? In this Q&A episode, we answer real questions from lis...
Inside Australia’s Housing Crisis: Broken Policy, Supply Myths & Market Limits
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if everything we’re told about fixing Australia’s housing crisis is just scratching the surface? That’s the starting point for ...
From Dummy Bidders to Underquoting: What Auctioneers Know That You Don’t
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What really goes on in an auctioneer’s mind, and what do they see that most buyers and sellers don’t? In this episode, we chat with Emma B...
Is Media Hype Making Australia’s Housing Crisis Worse? with Cameron Kusher
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much of what we hear about Australia’s housing crisis is actually true, and how much is just media hype? In this episode, we’re joined...
Why Behavioural Economics Matters in Real Estate with Evan Lucas
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real driver behind Australia’s property obsession isn’t logic, but human behaviour? In this episode, we’re joined by beh...
Is the U.S. Doing Real Estate Better? Agents, Fees & Buyer Deals Explained
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lately, it feels like everyone’s saying Australia is just a few steps behind the U.S. when it comes to real estate; especially with buyer’...
How to Tell If a Builder or Developer Can Be Trusted
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buying a property is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will ever make, and yet, so many buyers are forced to make that decision wit...
Diana Mousina on Why Property Is Australia’s Economic Backbone
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What role does property truly play in shaping Australia’s economic story? In today's episode, we sit down with Diana Mousina, Senior Economist a...
Can AI Really Decode Planning Regulations for Property Developers?
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to work out what’s actually possible on a development site can be an absolute nightmare. So in this episode, we’re joined by Will S...
Has Melbourne’s Market Shifted for Good—Or Is This Just a Blip? Cate Bakos Explains
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Melbourne’s property market has been through a lot lately — ups, downs, and now a bit of a bounce. Is this a genuine turnaround, or just a...
The Hard Truth About Due Diligence: If You’re Not Doing This, You’re at Risk
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to buying property, many people think due diligence is just checking if the house looks nice or if the price feels right. But the realit...
Are We Ignoring the True Forces Behind Property Prices? with Simon Pressley
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hear it all the time—population growth drives property prices. But is that actually true, or just one of the many myths that get thrown aroun...
Dodgy Deals, Red Flags & Buyer’s Agent Dilemmas—Your Property Questions Answered!
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re tackling some seriously meaty questions in this episode, covering everything from dodgy deals to buyer’s agent dilemmas. Should you ...
How Will Climate Risk Impact Your Property’s Future Value?
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Climate risk is no longer a distant concern—it’s already shaping how banks, insurers, and homeowners approach property. In this episode, w...
Could Australia Face a Bushfire Disaster Like Los Angeles? Greg Mullins Weighs In
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of homes wiped out, entire neighborhoods gone—wildfires in Los Angeles have reached a terrifying new level. But could something like t...
Is Long-Term Thinking Actually Sabotaging Your Property Goals?
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people assume long-term thinking is the key to success in property—but what if it’s actually holding you back? In this episode, we br...
The Critical Role of Tax Planning in Property Wealth Building
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tax planning in property isn’t just a technical detail—it’s a game changer. In this episode, we explore why getting the right advice...
What Does the Future Hold for Real Estate in a Climate-Conscious World?
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if energy-efficient homes are the next big thing in real estate? Or is the industry still lagging on this? In this episode, we're diving...
What Most Property Investors Get Wrong About Hotspots: Terry Ryder
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is hotspotting, really? In this episode, we sit down with Terry Ryder, the founder of Hotspotting, to explore what the term means and what it sho...
Eliza Owen: Is 2025 the Year Buyers Take Back Control?
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we step into 2025, the property market is abuzz with questions about its trajectory after a challenging 2024. Is the shift towards a buyer's market...
What’s Fuelling the Surge of Residential Investors in Commercial Real Estate?
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are so many residential investors making the leap into commercial real estate? That’s the big question we unpack in this episode with Vaness...
What Are the 12 Behavioural Biases at Auctions? A Look Back at Our First Episode
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What drives us to bid at auctions? In this episode, we throw it back to where it all began, revisiting our very first episode that set the stage for e...
The Property Market in 2025: What Could Be on the Horizon?
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re taking a look ahead at what might shape the property market in 2025. No, we’re not here to predict the future or pu...
What Investors Need to Know About Perth’s Economic and Housing Future with Damian Collins
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the Perth property market with Damian Collins, who knows the ins and outs of this unique city. Exploring the cycles...
Home Buyer Q&A: Loans, Career Changes, and Maximising Your Borrowing Potential
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if changing jobs or working overseas could throw a wrench in your plans to buy a home? In this episode, we dive into some of the most co...
Strata Management Under Fire: Amanda Farmer Discusses Whether Your Manager Is Doing Enough
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know if your strata manager is doing a good job? Amanda Farmer – the owner of Lawyers Chambers, is back with us to share her thoughts on ...
The Auctioneer’s Edge: Why Buyers Struggle to Compete
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What makes auctions so tough for buyers? That’s the question we dive into in this episode. Auctions are often praised for their transparency, but is...
The Adelaide Boom: Is the End Finally Near? Peter Koulizos Offers His Take
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What’s happening with Adelaide’s property market? Is the incredible boom we’ve been seeing finally coming to an end? In this episode, we’re jo...
What Are the Nationwide Impacts of Recent Legislative Changes on Property Management?
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legislative changes are shaking up property management across Australia, and the impact reaches much further than we might expect. In this episode, we...
Real Estate Tactics You Need to Know: Underquoting, Auctions, and Market Sentiment
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Underquoting, auction tactics, and market sentiment—some of real estate’s most controversial topics. These are exactly what we’re diving into to...
Is Property Investment Within an SMSF a Good Idea?
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is putting property into your SMSF a good idea, or could it be too risky? SMSF advisor Liam Shorte from Sonas Wealth joins us today to explore this ho...
Could Energy Ratings Be the Next Big Thing in Housing? Cecille Weldon Explains
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all familiar with energy ratings on appliances and cars, but what if your home came with one too? Could this be where the housing market is he...
Cameron Kusher Lifts the Lid on Australia’s Property Market Trends
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What’s really going on in Australia’s property market? In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Kusher, Executive Director of Economic Research a...
How Can Investors Be Both Selling and Borrowing? Stuart Wemyss Breaks It Down
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can it be that investors are both selling off properties and borrowing record amounts of money at the same time? In a market with rising interest ...
Why Are Investors Abandoning the Property Market in Record Numbers? Nicola McDougall Reveals
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why are so many property investors pulling out of the market, and what’s driving this trend? In this episode, we dive deep into the findings of the ...
Why Owen Rask Believes Equity Is the Most Overlooked Wealth-Building Tool
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is equity the most underused wealth-building tool? Owen Rask believes it is—and we’re missing out by not tapping into it. In this episode, we sit ...
Why Equity Mates Thinks the Next Generation Won’t Own Homes
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do Alec and Bryce from Equity Mates think the next generation won’t own homes? In this episode, we have a chat with Alec Renehan and Bryce Leske...
Suburb Trends: What Surprises Does the Latest Property Investment Data Reveal
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to find out where property investors are putting their money and what trends are shaping the market right now? In this episode, we dive ...
Insider Secrets: Why Housing Supply Is Harder to Boost Than You Think
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so tough to ramp up housing supply when it seems like everyone’s talking about it? In this episode, we’re joined by Jill Garner, the Vic...
Understanding UK vs. Australian Property Markets with Martin North
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does the UK property market compare to ours here in Australia? In this episode, we sit down with Martin North from Digital Finance Analytics to re...
The Most Pressing Issues in Strata Management with Michael Teys
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Strata management—it’s one of those areas in property where things can get tricky if you’re not in the know. In this episode, we’re joined by ...
How Can We Fix Australia’s Housing Crisis? Alan Kohler Weighs In
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's housing market is in turmoil, but can it be fixed? In this episode, we sit down with respected financial journalist Alan Kohler to delve i...
The Hidden Impact of Airbnb on Housing Affordability and Solutions Ahead
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are short-term rental platforms like Airbnb contributing to the worsening of the housing affordability crisis by reducing the availability of long-ter...
Listener Q&A: Investment Property Decisions, Land Tax Variations, and More
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you grappling with decisions about your investment property? In this episode, we dive into a range of listener questions to provide the insights y...
The Next Decade in Property Demographics: Simon Kuestenmacher Explains
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about how demographic changes will shape the property market in the coming decade? In this episode, we chat with Simon Kuestenmacher...
Could a Vendor's Advocate Be Your Real Estate Game-Changer?
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if there’s a need for vendor advocates or if it’s just another money grab by some players in the real estate industry? Vend...
Real Estate Under Scrutiny: John Minns’ Plan to Restore Integrity
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can integrity be restored in an industry often criticised for its ethical shortcomings? In this episode, we sit down with John Minns, the NSW Stra...
Is Data or Local Insight More Reliable for Property Investments: Suburb Trends June 2024
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself torn between relying on hard data or trusting local insights for your property investments? It’s a tough call many investors str...
How to Find the Best Mortgage Broker for You
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing the wrong broker can lead to higher costs and missed opportunities. It’s crucial to find someone who doesn’t just process loans but also ...
What 2024 Property Forecasts Got Right – And Wrong: Mid-Year Review
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering how the 2024 property forecasts are stacking up so far? Tune in to our mid-year review as we dive into the real estate predictions that nail...
Red Flags You Must Know Before Hiring a Buyer’s Agent
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you distinguish the trustworthy buyer’s agents from the rest in a market flooded with options? With so many buyer’s agents vying for your ...
What Is Lenders Mortgage Insurance and How Does It Really Work?
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about what Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is and how it actually works? Do you wonder if it's necessary and worth considering when p...
The Hidden Forces Behind Brisbane’s Property Boom
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about the hidden forces driving Brisbane’s property boom? What impact is the upcoming Olympics having on the property market, and is...
Is Increased Housing Supply the Real Solution to this Housing Crisis?
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could increasing housing supply alone effectively address our current affordability challenges, or is the housing crisis more accurately characterised...
Suburb Trends May 2024: How to Spot False Positives in Property Data
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Suburb Trends report for May 2024, we're diving deep into the world of property investment, exploring a critical issue that every inve...
Is Australia’s 1.2M Housing Target Attainable in the Next 5 Years?
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Australia grapples with the ambitious challenge of constructing 1.2 million new dwellings in the next five years, we aim to answer the pressing que...
What’s Behind Melbourne’s Unusual Property Market Behaviour?
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With property values stagnant amidst a backdrop of soaring prices in other cities, we explore the factors contributing to Melbourne's unique market be...