Curious about the secrets behind the skyrocketing property market and its implications on your investments? Prepare to uncover the driving forces behind the significant increase in property dwelling sales and the dramatic reduction in housing supply. With insights drawn from trusted data sources like SQM, CoreLogic, and the ABS, we chart the market's transformation from a six to seven-month supply in 2011 to a lean 3.1 months today. Learn about the 6.9% annual growth rate in detached houses, and 5.5% in apartments, and how these trends are reshaping the property landscape. We'll also highlight how recent global events have influenced property values and identify the regional winners and losers of the past financial year.
But that’s not all – we also tackle the profound shifts in population dynamics. Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted immigration rates, causing a spike to 650,000 immigrants as part of a catch-up process rather than a new trend. We delve into the concerning drop in fertility rates, which have remained below the replacement rate since the 1970s, now standing at 1.58. Factors such as economic pressures, evolving societal roles for women, and rising living costs are discussed in detail. Be sure to tune in next week for an in-depth discussion with our special guest, Don, who will provide further insights on these pressing issues. Hit follow, subscribe on your favorite platform, and share this episode with anyone keen on understanding today’s property and population trends!
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