Prepare to embark on an exciting journey into the realm of hot property markets with Terry Ryder and Tim Graham! Terry & Tim from Hotspotting, are dedicated to providing the most accurate and unbiased research to help investors make informed decisions on where to buy. The Hotspotting Podcast brings you the latest data, trends, and market statistics, along with in-depth discussions on growth areas and the larger factors impacting Australia's property landscape. Terry & Tim regularly feature special guests from around Australia to share their industry insights and expertise to help investors cut through the noise. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, this show is a must-listen for anyone looking to build their knowledge and make smarter investment choices. Terry Ryder, with over 35 years of experience as a specialist researcher and writer in residential property, offers expert insights that are completely independent and free from outside influences. Tim Graham has been a buyers agent and mortgage broker for over 13 years along with working in real estate all over the world. Join us on the Hotspotting Podcast and discover the hottest opportunities in the Australian property market today!
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August 28, 20263 min
Where Australia's Next Affordable Property Opportunities Are Emerging
Where are Australia's genuinely affordable property opportunities hiding as house prices continue to rise? In this episode, Hotspotting explores the latest Cheapies With Prospects selections, revealing why the search for affordable property is increasingly shifting towards established unit, townhouse and apartment markets in Australia's capital cities. We examine the fundamentals behind the opportunities, including rental yields, infrastructure, employment, population growth, healthcare, transport and future demand. We also look at five regional markets where affordability is backed by genuine economic and population growth drivers. The message is clear: cheap does not automatically mean good value. The real opportunity is finding affordable property in locations with the fundamentals to support sustainable capital growth. Listen now for expert insights into the Australian property markets investors should be watching closely. #AustralianProperty #PropertyInvestment #PropertyMarket #PropertyInvesting #Hotspotting #CheapiesWithProspects #CapitalGrowth #PropertyHotspots #PropertyResearch
August 27, 20265 min
The Housing Crisis Just Got Worse And Here's Why
New home sales have fallen for the third consecutive month, raising fresh questions about Australia's housing supply crisis and the effectiveness of current government policy. In this episode, we examine the latest HIA data, the 13.5% quarterly decline in new home sales, and the growing impact of policy uncertainty, interest rates, property tax changes and weakening consumer confidence. With Australia already struggling to deliver enough new homes, could current policies be making the supply problem even worse? Get the expert property market analysis you need to understand what is really happening across Australian housing, new home construction, property prices and investor confidence — and what it could mean for the market ahead. Listen now for the data, context and independent property insights behind the headlines.
August 27, 20263 min
What Happened To The 50 Markets We Recommended Two Years Ago
What if the strongest property investment opportunities are hiding in markets that offer both high rental yields and proven capital growth? In this episode, we examine the latest The Pulse results, revealing what happened to the 50 markets recommended two years ago. Every market recorded positive capital growth, with an average uplift of 38.4%, while rental growth averaged almost 15%. We explore why affordable houses and units with above average rental yields can also deliver strong capital growth, and what these results reveal about the Australian property market and the opportunities available to investors. Tune in for data driven insights from Hotspotting and discover which Australian property markets are showing the fundamentals investors should be watching. #PropertyInvestment #AustralianProperty #PropertyMarket #CapitalGrowth #RentalYield #PositiveCashflow #PropertyInvesting #Hotspotting #ThePulse
August 26, 20264 min
Australia's Rental Market Is Nowhere Near Recovery
Australia's rental crisis is becoming harder to ignore — and the latest vacancy data reveals just how tight the market has become. With the national rental vacancy rate at just 1.3%, well below the 3% benchmark for a balanced market, rental supply remains severely constrained across Australia. In this episode, Hotspotting examines why vacancies have stayed so low, what is driving continued rental pressure and why current policy settings could make conditions even tougher for tenants. With some capital cities recording vacancy rates below 1% and forecasts pointing to further rent increases, what lies ahead for Australia's rental market? Listen in for expert analysis of the data, the policy environment and the implications for tenants, investors and the broader property market. Listen now for the property intelligence you need to understand where Australia's rental market is heading.
August 25, 20264 min
2026 Is Officially The Worst Year Ever For First Home Buyers
The Worst Time Ever For First Home Buyers? Politicians may be claiming there has never been a better time to buy your first home, but the numbers tell a very different story. New research from FoundIt suggests 2026 is the worst year for Australian first home buyers since records began in 1970. With property prices reaching 10.2 times average annual income, larger mortgage debt, elevated borrowing costs and deposits becoming harder to save, aspiring homeowners are facing an unprecedented affordability squeeze. In this episode, Hotspotting examines the real pressures confronting first home buyers and asks whether government schemes and recent policy changes are genuinely improving housing affordability or simply shifting the burden onto young Australians. We unpack the relationship between house prices, wages, mortgage debt, interest rates, deposits and borrowing capacity to reveal what the latest data really means for Australia's property market. Listen now for an independent, data-driven assessment of the first home buyer market in 2026. #AustralianPropertyMarket #FirstHomeBuyers #PropertyAffordability #HousePrices #PropertyMarket2026 #AustralianRealEstate #HousingAffordability
August 21, 202611 min
ABC Radio Interview with Tim Graham
Australia's property market is cooling — but is Australia really in a property recession? In this interview with ABC Radio Adelaide, Hotspotting Managing Director Tim Graham cuts through the headlines to explain what is actually happening across Australia's highly fragmented property market. Tim discusses the slowdown in national conditions, why the current market is far more nuanced than the term "property recession" suggests, and why buyers, sellers and investors need to look beyond the national headlines. Tim also explains Hotspotting's new Thermometer methodology, which provides a real-time view of market pressure across individual suburbs and LGAs — helping identify which markets are heating up, cooling down and moving differently from the broader national trend. Tune in for a data-driven discussion on interest rates, market uncertainty and what the latest evidence means for Australian property buyers, sellers and investors.
August 20, 20263 min
Property Market Panic Versus Reality What The Data Shows
Are Australia's property markets really in decline, or is the media narrative missing the bigger picture? In this episode, Hotspotting examines the latest Cotality price data for the May to July quarter, revealing where Australian property prices are falling, where they are holding firm and where growth is continuing. Sydney and Melbourne recorded the most significant house price declines, but regional markets and units are proving far more resilient, with several markets continuing to record price growth despite higher interest rates and ongoing disruption. Tune in for a data driven assessment of the Australian property market, cutting through the headlines to reveal what is really happening across capital cities and regional Australia — and what it means for property investors, buyers and homeowners. Get the facts, understand the trends and look beyond the headlines with Hotspotting.
August 19, 20264 min
11,000 Homes Gone And The Housing Crisis Deepens
Australia has no shortage of housing plans. The real shortage is homes being delivered. In this episode, Hotspotting examines the collapse of Sydney's $9 billion Moore Point development, which proposed 11,000 homes and 23,000 jobs but was abandoned after more than a decade of planning. The project's failure exposes a critical question: how can Australia solve its housing shortage when major developments capable of delivering thousands of dwellings cannot navigate the planning system? We explore the impact of planning delays, development costs, bureaucracy and government decision-making on housing supply, affordability and rents — and why ambitious housing targets mean little if the projects needed to achieve them never get built. This is a deeper look at the structural barriers shaping Australia's property market and what needs to change to deliver more homes, faster.
August 19, 20264 min
Australia's Apartment Market Is Stronger Than Most Realise
Australia's apartment market is gaining momentum — and changing investor conditions could make new apartments an increasingly important property investment opportunity. In this episode, we examine the data behind the rise of apartments, including 242 apartment markets delivering yields of 5% or more, compared with just 47 house markets. With lower purchase prices, strong tenant demand, rising rents and improving capital growth, apartments are becoming harder for property investors to overlook. We explore the strongest apartment markets across Australia, why Sydney leads the nation for high yielding unit markets, and how apartment resales are delivering stronger profits. With 92% of apartment resales achieving a nominal profit in the March 2026 quarter, the evidence challenges the assumption that apartments are simply an affordability play. Discover where the opportunities are emerging and why apartments could play a much bigger role in Australia's property investment market.
August 12, 20261 hr 6 min
The Commercial Advantage | Webinar Replay
Australia's property investment landscape has changed — and for many investors, commercial property is suddenly becoming a much bigger part of the conversation. In this webinar, Hotspotting founder Terry Ryder is joined by Steve Palise, Managing Director of Palise Property , to explore why commercial property may offer investors a compelling alternative in the new investment environment. Steve explains why commercial is increasingly shifting from an "exit strategy" for experienced residential investors to something investors are considering much earlier in their journey. They discuss: Why recent policy and lending changes have increased interest in commercial property The role commercial property can play within an SMSF strategy Commercial vs residential borrowing capacity Why commercial can potentially deliver significantly stronger cash flow Net yields and how tenant-paid outgoings work The importance of lease structure and tenant quality Industrial, retail, office, medical and other commercial property types Why Steve heavily favours industrial property Metropolitan vs regional commercial opportunities Capital growth potential in commercial property Vacancy risk and how experienced investors assess it The extensive due diligence required before buying Commercial property management and re-leasing costs How to match the type of commercial property you buy to your own risk profile, budget and investment goals Steve also shares examples from his own portfolio and experience across more than 2,000 property acquisitions, including how transitioning from residential into commercial helped him build a substantial passive income stream. One of the biggest messages from the session: commercial property can offer significant opportunities, but it is not an asset class where investors should generalise or chase yield blindly. Every property, tenant, lease and location needs to be assessed on its individual merits. Want to connect with Steve Palise? 📧 Email: steve@paliseproperty.com 🌐 Submit an enquiry: https://www.paliseproperty.com/contact/ Want to learn more about commercial property investing? Commercial Property Course: https://www.propertyinstituteaustralia.com.au/courses/commercial-property/ Subscribe to Hotspotting for more independent property research, market insights, webinars and investor education.
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