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Is Property Investing Still Worth It in 2026? The Brutal Truth

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Is property investing still worth it in 2026 and beyond?

With interest rate uncertainty, government policy changes, affordability concerns and increasing pressure on investors, many people are questioning whether property remains the best wealth-building asset.

In this debate-style discussion, we break down both sides of the argument. We explore the impact of housing shortages, immigration-driven demand, rental yields, government regulations, interest rates, apartments vs houses, leverage, cash flow and what investors should actually be buying in today's market.

You'll learn:
📌 Why housing supply remains one of the biggest long-term investment themes
📌 Whether government policies are making property investing less attractive
📌 Why doing nothing could be the riskiest financial decision
📌 How demand and supply dynamics are shaping future property prices
📌 The role of leverage in building long-term wealth
📌 Why apartments and higher-yield assets may outperform in the current environment
📌 How investors should adapt their strategy for 2026–2030

Whether you're a first-home buyer, experienced investor or simply trying to decide where to put your money, this discussion will help you understand the risks, opportunities and realities of property investing in today's market.

Watch until the end for the key takeaway that could completely change how you think about property investing over the next decade.

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Chapters
00:00 - 00:46 Introduction
00:46 - 02:35 The Great Property Debate
02:35 - 04:30 The Housing Shortage Argument
04:30 - 06:20 Why Government Changes Aren't the Whole Story?
06:20 - 08:15 Fear, Investor Sentiment & Market Psychology
08:15 - 10:05 Cash, ETFs or Property: Which Makes More Sense?
10:05 - 11:55 How Income Determines Investment Success
11:55 - 13:45 The Real Risk of Doing Nothing
13:45 - 15:35 Understanding Supply, Demand & Population Growth
15:35 - 17:15 Houses vs Apartments
17:15 - 19:00 Why Leverage Still Matters?
19:00 - 20:20 Building Wealth Through Property Over Time
20:20 - 23:31 Final Thoughts

This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate.

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