Broker's Guide to Execution in a Two-Speed Market
Australia is on track to fall hundreds of thousands of homes short. The National Housing Accord’s target of 1.2 million new homes by mid-2029 is already lagging due to labour shortages and construction costs.
30% Gap driven by labour shortages and planning delays.
First-home buyers are being pushed toward regional markets. Brokers must advise on "Best Buy" hotspots before the growth phase peaks.
"Execution in Brisbane centers around early identification of growth corridors before the 2032 Olympic infrastructure boom is fully priced in."
Loan growth is a secondary challenge; finding the right asset is the primary.
Sydney clients shouldn't wait for a crash that won't happen. Advise them to rent where they live and buy where it grows (Perth/Brisbane).
Focus on high-yield units. With 1.1% vacancy, "Cashflow is King" for the 2026 investment cycle.
Help clients benefit from compounding over 5-10 years rather than chasing short-term momentum in overheated suburbs.
Ensuring Rentvesting strategies align with Best Interest Duty by diversifying exposure outside high-risk, low-growth zones.
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