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In this episode, I break down why buying property might be the worst financial move Gen Z could make right now. The numbers, the cycle and the macro forces shaping the market all point in one direction, and it is not the one young buyers are being told to follow.

◼️ Why the four engines behind the last 40 years of property growth have reversed

◼️ How affordability, interest rates and immigration pressure are reshaping the market

◼️ What Gen Z should focus on instead to build real wealth

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction: The Budget Changed Everything

00:00:31 - The Dream vs. Reality: Property Affordability Today

00:01:25 - Affordability Crisis: Only 14% Can Buy a Median Home

00:02:31 - Historical Tailwinds: What Drove Property Prices Up

00:03:14 - Market Correction: Sydney and Melbourne Falling

00:04:06 - Rising Interest Rates and Inflation

00:05:30 - The Case Against High Immigration

00:06:15 - International Examples: New Zealand and Canada

00:07:19 - Global Real Estate Trends: Falling Prices

00:08:01 - The Risks of Buying Property with Low Deposits

00:08:53 - The Pressure to Get on the Property Ladder

00:09:45 - The Importance of Skills and Income for Gen Z

00:10:06 - The Flaws in Property Investment Logic

00:10:58 - The Flexibility of Shares vs. Real Estate

00:12:00 - The Structural Undersupply in Copper

00:12:42 - Why Gen Z Should Avoid Buying Property

00:13:37 - The Opportunity Cost of Buying Property

00:14:09 - The Benefits of Investing in Business

00:15:02 - Renting vs. Buying: A Personal Perspective

00:16:04 - When It Might Make Sense to Buy Property

00:17:08 - Optimizing Life for Happiness vs. Property Ownership

00:18:00 - Conclusion: Gen Z and the Future of Wealth Building

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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. This is not financial, investment, or legal advice. Investing carries inherent risks including potential loss of capital. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct thorough research and consult with qualified financial advisors before making investment decisions. Individual results vary based on market conditions, personal circumstances, and investment strategy.