Melbourne's winter market is softer than usual this year – clearance rates in the early 50s, buyer confidence subdued, and the federal budget's tax changes still rippling through. But a quiet market doesn't mean a static one. The dynamics are very different depending on where you sit.

In this episode, Jarrod breaks down what the current market means for five distinct groups – and why the right move for one could be exactly the wrong move for another.

• Why upgraders are facing the most favourable conditions in years as the gap between selling and buying narrows
• The case for investment property sellers to hold rather than sell into weakness
• Where first home buyers are finding genuine value – and why construction costs reinforce the opportunity
• How regional holiday home markets on both peninsulas have corrected beyond what's justified

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First home buyers have been the most active sector of Melbourne's property market through 2026 – but activity doesn't mean it's straightforward. The questions we're hearing from buyers entering the market for the first time are sharper than ever.

In this episode, Jordan Telfer and Brenton Potter tackle real-world queries from first home buyers across Melbourne and beyond.

• How to pitch a pre-auction offer without overpaying or being dismissed
• What to actually ask when an agent claims there's strong interest and wants your best offer
• Whether the buyer's market narrative holds true at the first home buyer end of the market
• How much to compromise to get into the market – and what should never be negotiable

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The federal budget's changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have reshaped the investment landscape. But one asset has emerged with its tax advantages fully intact – your family home.

With the principal place of residence still exempt from capital gains tax, the question for homeowners is no longer just "does my home suit my lifestyle?" It's whether your most significant asset is also working as a wealth creation tool.

In this episode, Jarrod introduces the concept of home vesting – applying an investment lens to how you buy, improve and hold your family home.

• How to assess whether your current home has the growth characteristics that drive capital value
• When renovation makes sense – and when it risks overcapitalising
• The real cost comparison between renovating and moving
• What to prioritise if you decide to upgrade – and the difference between a scarce asset and an anomalous one

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