Episode Details

If you've been watching property prices over the past few years, you've probably noticed some strange trends – massive price rises, unpredictable shifts between cities and regions, and what feels like an endless debate about affordability.

But what if I told you that the last five years of price data might be leading investors astray?

Today, I'm joined by Stuart Wemyss, financial strategist and founder of ProSolution Private Clients, who has written a confronting article explaining why the last five years of data are the least reliable in decades.

Together, we'll unpack what's distorted the numbers – from COVID lockdowns and construction cost blowouts to volatile borrowing power and migration swings – and how smart investors can cut through the noise to focus on long-term fundamentals.

Our conversation highlights the significance of local knowledge in making informed investment decisions and the need for a strategic approach to property investment, rather than relying solely on short-term data.

Takeaways

· The property market is influenced by various factors, including lending volumes.

· Rising construction costs have a significant impact on property values.

· Borrowing capacity has fluctuated due to regulatory changes and interest rates.

· Migration trends can create pressure on rental markets and property prices.

· Data analysis in property investment requires both science and art.

· Local knowledge is crucial for making informed investment decisions.

· Investors should focus on long-term fundamentals rather than short-term data.

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