Current Market Insights
The Current Market Insights Podcast is brought to you by Harris Partners Real Estate.
Understanding the property market can be a challenging thing, with highs and lows, twists and turns. The media and agents tend to spread the news they want you to hear, with the advice they want you to follow.
Current Market Insights is an unbiased look into what is happening, what tips you can use to buy, sell, or rent, and that you wont find anywhere else.
Episodes
134 episodes
Episode 87: ACCC Targets REA Group — Market Power, Price Hikes & Shifting Listing Trends
In this episode, we examine the ACCC’s investigation into REA Group and whether Australia’s leading real estate portal is misusing its market dominance. With vendors and agents under pressure from rising listing costs, we unpack the economics b...
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Episode 86: Rate Cuts, Wage Data, and the Next Phase of Australia’s Property Cycle
The RBA has delivered a 0.25% interest rate cut, opting for a cautious step down while acknowledging growing international risks. In this episode, Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley break down what this move signals for property buyers, investor...
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Episode 85: Rate Cut Anticipation and May Market Momentum
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack renewed activity in Sydney's property market as the first "clean weekend" since mid-April brings more buyers through open homes—yet clearance rates linger at just 46%.We look ahead to the an...
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Episode 84: Missed Opportunity? RBA Holds as Markets Flounder
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley dissect the RBA’s controversial decision to hold rates during the federal election—despite inflation now sitting comfortably within target bands and business conditions described as “putrid” across multip...
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2GB Property with Phil O'Neil
On this week's Current Market Insights - Harris Partners' Peter O'Malley joined 'Ugly Phil' O'Neil on 2GB Nights to discuss all things property. In this insightful chat, they discuss market trends over this Easter/ANZAC Day holiday period, the ...
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Episode 83: Underquoting Crackdown Falls Flat
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley take a hard look at the NSW Government’s underquoting reforms, which have resulted in just 95 fines—each a mere $2,200—doing little to curb misleading price guides in Sydney’s high-stakes market. With buy...
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Episode 82: Tariffs, Turbulence & the Property Market Reset
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack the global trade tensions rattling the Australian economy as Trump-era tariffs hit allies like Australia with a 10% sting—and China even harder. We explore how this “generational reset” in trade is...
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Episode 81: Federal Budget and Housing Policy Shifts
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley break down the Federal Government’s Budget and its ambitious housing plan, which aims to address Australia’s housing crisis by increasing supply beyond what the private sector can deliver alone. With targ...
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Episode 80: Your Property’s Digital Footprint
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley reveal how every listing, price change, and failed auction creates a permanent digital record that can impact your property's value. With property data companies storing this information indefinitely, sel...
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Episode 79: Flight to Quality in a Changing Market
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley analyse the impact of the recent RBA interest rate cut on Sydney’s property market, where premium properties are attracting intense buyer interest while generic listings struggle.We break down shif...
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Episode 78: Strata Drama - How to avoid costly mistakes
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley dive into the impact of strata levies on property purchases, sharing personal experiences and industry insights on managing these shared costs wisely.We explore the rising costs of strata fees—part...
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2GB Property with John Stanley
Peter O'Malley recently joined John Stanley on 2GB to examine the latest auction clearance rates and how buyer confidence is affected by recent interest rate changes. He guides you through the implications of rising land values amidst economic ...
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Episode 77: RBA Rate Cuts and Market Implications
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley analyze the RBA’s recent rate cut and its impact on the Australian property market. We explore the central bank’s strategy for managing inflation, the likelihood of further cuts, and the government's evol...
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Episode 76: The Indifferent Buyer and Market Psychology
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley explore the rise of the indifferent buyer in today’s property market and how emotional decision-making can lead to costly mistakes. Peter provides key insights on navigating market dynamics, understanding...
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Episode 75: Cautious Buyers and Market Shifts
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley break down the latest trends in the Sydney property market as buyers navigate stricter lending limits and persistently low auction clearance rates. While new listings have surged, genuine buyer interest r...
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Episode 74: Buying in the New Year's Property Market
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley explore how to navigate the fluid and often unpredictable property market at the start of a new year. Peter shares expert advice on making informed decisions despite limited data in January and February, ...
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Episode 73: Interest Rates and the 2025 Property Market
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley explore the potential ripple effects of a Trump presidency on the Australian economy and its implications for Sydney's 2025 property market. Peter analyses why the market is off to a surprisingly strong s...
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Talking Property - The 2025 Sydney Property Market Previewed
SQM Research's Managing Director Louis Christopher recently joined us to offer a detailed overview of what buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords can expect in 2025. In this wide ranging discussion, Mr Christopher outlinesthe proces...
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2GB Property with Trent Nikolic
This week Peter explores the evolving real estate market, examining key trends and insights as we wrap up 2024. With an emphasis on the impact of interest rates, evolving buyer preferences, and market performance, we discuss predictions for 202...
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Talking Property - The 2024 Sydney Property Market Reviewed
In this insightful discussion, we discuss: the strong performance of Sydney apartments in 2024 population trends across the country and the role they play in property prices the annual growth of Sydn...
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Episode 72: GDP and Stealth Taxes
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley delve into the latest changes to New South Wales land tax thresholds, dissecting how this "stealth tax" could reshape the property market by impacting investors, landlords, and renters. With a fixed thres...
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2GB Property with John Stanley (November 2024)
Peter O'Malley joins 2GB Nights host John Stanley for a property market update. They discuss the low auction clearance rates, flailing (and sailing) sales campaigns, and the outlook as we steam towards Christmas in 2024.
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Episode 71: Silent Downturn - Sydney's Property Market Reality
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley uncover the untold realities of Sydney’s property market, where luxury sales dominate headlines, but the middle and lower segments face growing challenges. With auction clearance rates dropping below 50% ...
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Episode 70 - Trump, Tariffs and the Housing Crisis
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley unpack the potential ripple effects of Donald Trump’s election victory on Australia’s economy. We explore how tariffs on China could reshape economic ties with the US and China, and what it means for Aust...
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Episode 69 - The Mortgage Broker's Guide to the (Lending) Galaxy
Hosts Ciaran O'Brien and Peter O'Malley dive into Australia's mortgage landscape with Todd Coleman from Mortgage Choice Inner West. We unpack the crucial role mortgage brokers play in connecting home buyers with diverse lending options, often b...
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