Home + Life Podcast

Join us as we explore the aftermath of recent elections, dissecting what has been achieved in housing over the past few years and what's promised for the future. We'll unravel how labor shortages, interest rates, and land availability are impacting construction efforts nationwide.Key Takeaways:- Discover Labor's ambitious target of 1.2 million homes by 2029 despite significant challenges.- Learn about innovative solutions like prefab housing and bans on foreign buyers to tackle supply issues.- Understand how build-to-rent schemes aim to provide stability in Australia's rental market.Tune in now to uncover insights on these pressing topics and stay informed on what's next for Australia’s housing sector!

The financial year has come to a close and there\'s no better time to review the topics that you enjoyed the most throughout the year. We\'ll be back Mid to Late August for another year of the H+L Podcast. #podcast #realestate #property #housingcrisis #auspol #homelifepodcast

Ep 56 kicked off on a big topic and we couldn\'t fit everything in - so we\'re back to discuss the future of property buying and negotiations! #property #propertybuying #propertyselling #realestate #homeselling #homebuying #housingcrisis

National Vacancy rates at unheard of lows and it\'s only going to get worse according to a Property Investment Professionals Association report. JH & Siarn look at whats driving the rental crisis and what could be done to turn it around. #housingcrisis #rentalcrisis #property #realestate #housing #australia #propertyinvestment #investment #rentalmarket #homelifepodcast #podcast #podcasting

Making an offer on property can be daunting - we’ve all faced the cloak and dagger “submit your first and final offer” - so JH and Siarn examine what the future of offers looks like. Is the process going to get better? What would it take and how are proptechs approaching the problem currently? #proptech #property #realestate #offers #australia #propertyinvestment #digitaloffers

JH & Siarn talk housing crisis and what can be done with REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella. This is a big ep and we cover a heap of topics, thanks to the REIQ for lending us their CEO for 90 mins :DTopics covered: 1. Queensland\'s Real Estate Industry Overview - The state of the housing market in Queensland - Challenges faced by the real estate industry 2. Housing Crisis and Contributing Factors - Low vacancy rates and high buyer demand - Insufficient housing supply contributing to crisis conditions - Homeownership rates in Queensland 3. Government Policies Impacting Real Estate - Analysis of current government policies related to home ownership and construction - Upcoming election implications for real estate 4. Innovative Solutions for Housing Supply Shortage - Prefab dwellings and modern construction methods as solutions - Modular homes and 3D-printed houses potential 5. Local Government Processes & Development Issues - Streamlining local government processes for housing development – Case study: Council-funded residential lot development success 6. Changing Work Patterns Influencing Housing Choices – Impact of hybrid working on location preferences – Shifts towards work-life balance over proximity to workplaces 7. Legislative Reforms Affecting Rental Market Dynamics – Recent legislative changes favoring tenant protection – Effects on private investors’ decisions regarding property rentals 8. Strategies for Balancing Tenant Protection with Property Owner Rights – Negotiable terms such as pet bonds instead of strict mandates – Targeted measures versus blanket legislation 9. Understanding Rental Rate Increases from Landlord Perspective – Analyzing rental cost increases relative to property expenses – Media’s role in shaping perceptions about rent hikes 10.REIQ Initiatives Enhancing Trust within the Industry – Prop IQ video series launch by REIQ — Community education efforts through media engagement 11.Real Estate Education & Compliance Importance — Role of REIQ in providing information, training, and guidelines — Commitment required by REIQ members toward ethical standards 12.Solutions Proposed to Alleviate Rental & Wider Housing Crisis — Selling rental properties exclusively to investors — Maintaining rental inventory while increasing overall housing supply 13.Role of Multiple Stakeholders in Addressing Housing Shortages — Collaboration between governments, builders, developers — Policy reforms needed alongside confidence-building measures 14.Encouraging Tradespeople Participation to Boost Construction — Promoting apprenticeships within trades sectors — Attracting skilled tradespeople regionally 15.Technological Innovations Potential Role Future Developments -- Considering new technologies like 3D printing for future housing needs 16.Multi-faceted Approach Required Solving Supply Issue -- Comprehensive strategies involving government action private sector involvement #housingcrisis #property #realestate #australia #queensland #reiq #rentalcrisis #auspol #propertydevelopment #houseandland #housing #house #propertyinvestor #investment #propertyinvestment

JH & Siarn go over the numbers for 2024 courtesy of Market Buy’s data. Looking into the life and up to the minute data from inside the sales. #realestate #property #podcast #podcasting #housingcrisis #australia #marketupdate

JH & Siarn look into some of the tricks dodgy agents use to get listings and bring buyers through open home. #realestate #podcast #property #homeownership #australia #podcasting #investing #investmentproperty

JH & Siarn check out what the federal government is doing to help people get into the housing market. #realestate #property #auspol2024 #auspol #housingcrisis #firsthomebuyers #homebuying #ausgov #homeownership

JH and Siarn talk the massive difference solar has made and then discuss hydroponics in the kitchen . Along with all the usual tangents, rabbit holes and distractions! #property #realestate #solar #solarenergy #homeownership #hydroponics #homegrown #australia

We sit with Narelle Cordaro and get the questions you should ask to make sure your agent is going to market your property for the best result. #podcast #property #propertymarketing #realestatemarketing #sellinghomes #homesales #homeownership

We sit down with Narelle Cordaro and pull apart how she approaches customer service, how to find an agent who\'ll genuinely look after you and the questions you need to ask to grill them in the interview.#realestate #property #realestateagents #ausproperty #housingcrisis #sellinghouses #homeownership

Never talk about politics, sport or religion….. whoops! The TikTok comments section inspired this episode as JH get accused of all sorts and wins a bet with a million dollar pay day! JH and Siarn then talk their fears for the future of property policy and what we as a nation can do to ensure we avoid disaster. #property #realestate #podcast #housingcrisis #auspol #politics #propertyinvestment #investing #australia

Having seen some shockers lately, JH & Siarn talk about the red flags that would see them run from a property deal!#realestate #property #australianproperty #australia #podcast #podcasting #housingcrisis #propertytips #propertybuying

With so much hype and spin going on, JH and Siarn breakdown how to choose an agent who’s going to create a great result for your property. And in their trademark style they head down a couple of rabbit holes! #realestate #property #realestateagent #realestateagentlife #sellingproperty #podcast #podcasting #australia

Underquoting, what is it and is it even legal? A reddit chat brings to the fore a concerning example for JH & SAR to dive into. #realestate #property #reddit #housingcrisis #realestateagents #auctions #ausproperty #fyp

We’re finally back properly! We’ve got a doozy to kick off as a Build To Rent corp tries to raise rent by 20% and says “if they don’t like it they can move” - see how that went down at the tribunal. JH & Siarn tangent and talk about their recent experience with property managers. The JH reveals his insanely tasty chilli salts called “Murder Sprinkles” and gives you a chance to secure some of the next batch! #realestate #property #buildtorent #housingcrisis #auspol #chilli #chillisalts #murdersprinkles

JH and Siarn have moved house, there was blood, sweat, tears and a whole heap of swearing…. But here’s the tips they now have to make moving a little less sucky. #podcast #realestate #property #australia #movinghouse #familymoving #fml #workfromhome

With house prices continuing to surge, rents skyrocketing, the mum and dad investor is under the microscope and being labelled as greedy. We examine if there\'s any truth to that and could we actually solve the housing crisis without them. Plus Reddit rabbit hole provides a potential solution. #property #realestate #australia #housingcrisis #home #podcast #podcasting #housing #house

As a friend of Siarn & JH\'s begins their house buying journey, our dynamic duo share their tips on how to buy, the questions you should ask, what to look for and how to mentally prepare yourself for a negotiation with a real estate agent. Do you have any tips and tricks you\'d like to add to their list? Share them on our socials and make sure you like and subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcasting platform. #realestate #property #australia #housingcrisis #firsthomeowner #buyingahome #podcast #podcasting