Episode Details

In this episode of Beyond the Buildings Australia, host Tim Lawless explores the immediate 'crisis of confidence' following the 2026 budget. The discussion features Jacob Caine, President of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), and Carl Pinto, Cotality’s Head of Banking and Finance. Together, they unpack the strategic shifts in investor capital, the doubling of activity declines in the valuation sector, and the emerging "lock-in effect" for existing assets. The conversation provides a bespoke analysis of the rental market's historically low vacancy rates and the unintended competitive friction between investors and first-home buyers in the new-build segment. Listeners will gain a professional perspective on whether commercial property or the 'last bastion' of the family home offers a viable path forward. With inflation remaining high, this episode serves as an essential guide for navigating serviceability buffers and the future of the Australian housing ecosystem. (00:00) Post-budget shockwaves and policy shifts (03:25) Valuation flows and lending activity (05:24) The investment "lock-in effect" explained (07:15) Rental market vacancy rate crisis (11:31) Commercial property vs. residential yields (15:42) Tax-free status of family homes (18:10) Restoring confidence in Australian housing Subscribe now to get a new perspective on property. For more on Cotality Australia, visit cotality.com/au Follow us on social media: LinkedIn @cotalityaustralia Instagram @cotality_au Facebook @cotalityaustralia X @cotality_au