Brisbane Property Podcast

What can $900,000, $1 million, $2 million or even $3 million actually buy you in Brisbane's property market today?

With property prices and market conditions shifting, understanding how far your budget will stretch is more important than ever. Recent sales reveal how location, land size, property condition and buyer priorities influence what you can afford.

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison explore recent sales across different price points, the compromises buyers may need to make and opportunities emerging in the current market.

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Brisbane property values fell 1.5% in September, recording the largest monthly decline of any Australian capital city. With rising interest rates, weakening buyer confidence and longer selling times, is Brisbane heading towards a market crash or simply adjusting to changing conditions?

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest market data and share what they're seeing on the ground.

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Property investing has changed, but opportunities still exist.

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison discuss how investors are adapting to the current market and why long-term fundamentals remain so important.

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They also share why they’re continuing to invest despite changing market con...

Brisbane’s property market softened further in August, with consecutive months of negative growth confirming a broader slowdown.

In this episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest data and share what the Streamline Property Buyers team is seeing on the ground.

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Brisbane City Council has adopted new planning changes that could reshape parts of the city, including smaller lot sizes, increased building heights and greater housing density in selected Low to Medium Density Residential areas.

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda unpack what these changes mean for buyers, investors and existing property owners, and why zoning alone does not guarantee development potential.

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Brisbane property values moved into negative growth territory in July 2026, but what does that really mean for buyers?

In this month’s market update, Scott and Melinda unpack the latest data and what they’re seeing on the ground, including softer buyer confidence, longer days on market and emerging opportunities.

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Could your family home help build future wealth?

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda discuss whether retaining your current home, converting it into an investment property and purchasing your next home could be a suitable strategy.

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Tax benefits, depreciation and government incentives can make brand-new property look appealing, but should they be the reason you choose one investment over another?

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda examine the difference between buying new property for tax benefits and selecting an asset for long-term growth.

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Brisbane’s property market is shifting, but not in the way the headlines might have you believe.

In this Brisbane Property Podcast market update, you will learn what is really happening across the Brisbane property market, as Scott and Melinda report remotely from Nazaré, Portugal while staying closely connected to activity back home.

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In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott look beyond the headline Brisbane market data to examine what is happening at a suburb level.

While Brisbane remains undersupplied overall, buyer conditions are starting to vary depending on location, property type and buyer demand. Some suburbs are seeing more fresh listings come to market, while others are tightening further, making it harder for buyers to find suitable opportunities.

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Brisbane’s property market continued to show resilience through May, but the feel of the market has shifted. In this episode, Melinda and Scott unpack what is changing on the ground, why some buyers are taking a more cautious approach, and why Brisbane continues to behave differently from other major capital city markets.

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In this special short edition of the Brisbane Property Podcast, we’re sharing details about our upcoming live event, the Brisbane Property Panel: Beyond the Headlines.

Join us at Ballymore Stadium on Wednesday 3rd June for a free live panel discussion designed to help property buyers and investors cut through the noise and better understand the current market.

The panel features experts in property, finance, financial planning, and tax strategy, with live audience Q&A on the night.

📍 Ballymore Stadium, Brisbane
📅 Wednesday 3rd June
🕕 6:00pm start
🎟 Free event - REGISTER HERE

In this milestone 300th episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda Jennison unpack the proposed 2026 Federal Budget and explore what the announced policy changes could mean for Brisbane property buyers, investors and renters.

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Scott and Melinda Jennison unpack the latest movements shaping the Brisbane property market in April 2026 and explore why values continue to rise despite growing global uncertainty. In this episode, they discuss:

If you already own a home and are trying to work out how to buy and sell in the same market, this episode breaks down the key decisions, risks, and strategies you need to understand in today’s Brisbane conditions. Scott and Melinda share practical guidance to help you approach this transition with more clarity and less stress.

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In Episode 297 of the Brisbane Property Podcast, we break down the latest March market data and what it means for buyers and investors in Brisbane.

 If you’re a buyer, investor, or homeowner, this update will help you understand what’s happening in the Brisbane prope...

Brisbane’s housing shortage isn’t just about supply it’s about what’s actually making it to completion.

In this episode, we unpack the real issue behind the numbers, including:

If you’re planning to buy or inves...

Brisbane continues to show strength in 2026, but what’s really driving the market right now and what could slow it down?

In this February market update, we break down the latest data across houses and units, where price growth is happening, and why the sub-$1M market is seeing the most pressure. We also unpack what’s happening beneath the surface, including tight supply, increased competition, and the growing presence of both investors and first home buyers.

Beyond the numbers, we discuss the key factors that could influence the months ahead from global uncertainty and inte...

Brisbane City Council has proposed changes to low–medium density (LMR) zoning, and these updates could influence how Brisbane grows in the years ahead. In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda Jennison explain what these proposed planning changes involve and what they could mean for housing supply, development opportunities, and the future shape of many suburbs across the city.

The discussion explores the concept of the “missing middle” and why council is considering more townhouses, terraces and low-rise apartments in well-located areas near transport and amenities. They also break down the trade-offs between increa...

The Brisbane property market has started 2026 with serious momentum. Buyer demand surged early in January, listings were snapped up quickly, and competition remains strong across both houses and units.

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Brisbane City Council is proposing major changes that could impact hundreds of property investors using short-term rental platforms like Airbnb and Stayz.

In this episode, Melinda and Scott break down what the new Short Stay Accommodation Local Law 2025 means, who will be affected, key dates to know, and how to prepare before the July 2026 enforcement deadline.

Whether you're already operating a short-term rental or planning to buy with this strategy in mind, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and give you clear next steps.

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• Which zoning types may...

Brisbane Rental Market Heating Up: Vacancy Rates at Critical Levels

Brisbane’s property market finished 2025 with strong momentum despite national headlines suggesting cooling conditions. In this December 2025 Brisbane property market update, Melinda Jennison from Streamline Property Buyers breaks down the latest dwelling values, house and unit price growth, rental market conditions, supply shortages, investor activity, and what it all means heading into 2026.

We explore why Brisbane continues to outperform Sydney and Melbourne, how low listing volumes are driving competition, which price segments are leading growth, and why units are outperforming houses on yields. You’ll also...

In this eye-opening episode, Scott and Melinda unpack Domain’s 2025 Matching Demand Report, revealing where Brisbane buyers are most out of step with the market and why it matters.

From inner-city houses to outer-ring units, the data shows that many buyers are unknowingly searching for properties that are priced well above their budgets wasting time, missing out, and risking significant opportunity cost.

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The real price gaps between what buyers search for and what sellers list at

Why townhouses are the most “in-sync” property type in Brisbane

How inne...

This episode is an important consumer warning for home buyers and property investors.

Not all buyer’s agents are operating within the scope of their license, and some are providing property, financial, or investment advice they are not legally qualified to give. This can expose buyers to serious financial risk, compliance issues, and costly mistakes.

In this replayed episode of The Property Couch podcast, Bryce Holdaway and Ben Kingsley speak with Melinda Jennison, President of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), to unpack one of the biggest risks in the property market to...

Brisbane’s property market continues to surge, with record-low listings, rapid buyer demand, and strong price growth across both houses and units. In this month’s Brisbane Property Podcast, Scott and Melinda break down the latest SQM, PropTrack, Domain, and CoreLogic/Cotality data to explain why Brisbane is outperforming Sydney and Melbourne and why growth is expected to continue into 2026.

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- Brisbane’s 1.9% dwelling value rise in November
- House prices passing $1.1M median
- Unit prices approaching $800K median
- Record-low rental vacancy rates tightening the market
- Investor & first...

What’s really driving the frenzy under $1 million in Brisbane’s property market?

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison explore the dramatic surge in buyer activity for properties priced under $1 million. From the sudden rush triggered by the First Home Buyer Guarantee scheme changes to shifting lifestyle preferences and affordability constraints, this episode breaks down the real reasons behind the explosion in this price segment.

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Brisbane’s property market continues its upward trajectory but what’s driving the momentum, and will it last?

In Episode 286 of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest data and on-the-ground insights from October 2025. With dwelling values rising 1.8% last month and listings still well below average, the pressure on buyers is intensifying.

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What’s really going on at Brisbane property auctions? In this episode, Scott and Melinda Jennison are joined (for the sixth time!) by leading auctioneer Justin Nickerson to unpack what’s driving buyer behaviour, what’s holding sellers back, and which segments of the market are still experiencing intense competition.

Justin shares exclusive, on-the-ground insights from hundreds of weekly auctions, including why A-grade properties are still in demand, how pricing inconsistencies are showing up across Brisbane, and what savvy buyers and sellers are doing to stay ahead.

Whether you're a home buyer, investor, or just auctio...

Brisbane is breaking records… AGAIN. In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison unpack the latest Million Dollar Markets Report, revealing that 56% of Brisbane suburbs now have a median house price above $1 million. With 37 new suburbs entering the $1M club in the past year, the data paints a clear picture: the game has changed.

Whether you're a homeowner, investor, or first-time buyer, understanding what this shift means is critical for your next move. From suburb-level breakdowns to affordability pressures and equity opportunities, this episode offers strategic insight into how to position yourself in Br...

In this episode of the Brisbane Property Podcast, Melinda and Scott Jennison welcome back Tim Lawless, now Executive Research Director at Cotality (formerly CoreLogic), to unpack what's really driving Brisbane’s red-hot property prices.

Together, they explore the hidden dynamics behind the market's rapid re-acceleration: low stock levels, surging demand, investor momentum, and government incentives. Tim shares exclusive insights from his recent REIQ Lift Conference presentation and breaks down why Brisbane and Perth are pulling ahead nationally and what it means for buyers right now.

Whether you're buying your first home, growing your portfol...

In this episode, Melinda and Scott unpack a big September for Brisbane.

You’ll hear about: Brisbane’s outperformance: Why Brisbane continues to better Sydney and Melbourne on headline dwelling growth, and how unit markets here are the national stand-out. Segment shifts: The lowest quartile led September quarter gains in Brisbane (+3.7% q/q), ahead of the middle (+3.2%) and top end (+2.6%). Supply vs demand reality: Listings are thin while buyer enquiry is strong - we explain why that gap is pushing prices up and where it’s most intense. Houses vs units: Houses rose +1.1% in September (Brisbane among the top th...

As Brisbane prepares to host the 2032 Olympic Games, what does the city’s property future look like?
In this data-rich episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison take a deep dive into how infrastructure investment, demographic shifts, and land use planning will reshape Brisbane’s housing landscape over the next two decades.

From the Brisbane CBD to Ipswich, Logan, Redlands, and Moreton Bay, this episode breaks down what’s changing, why it matters, and what smart investors need to know right now.

Learn how rising construction costs, planning scheme changes, population growth, and Olympic-driven infrastructure are influe...

In this episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison break down the key findings from the 2025 PIPA Annual Investor Sentiment Survey, a comprehensive, national snapshot of current trends, attitudes, and pressure points affecting Australian property investors.
You’ll hear insights on: Why 60% of investors believe now is a good time to buy despite rising costs The record-high investor exit rates and what’s driving them The markets investors are leaving and those they're targeting next Key policy risks including changes to negative gearing and CGT Why investor confidence is fragile and how government decisions may be shaping the future of housing supp...

What does real strategic property investment look like? In this episode, Melinda, Scott, and Stacey from the Streamline Property Buyers team share the story of a Brisbane couple who partnered with us to build long-term wealth, without compromising their lifestyle. From defining clear financial goals to securing two high-performing assets, this case study illustrates the power of expert guidance and considered planning.
You'll gain insights into: How a tailored, data-driven strategy supports sustainable wealth creation The value a Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA®) brings to the process Balancing lifestyle needs with long-term investment goals Why finance structuring, collaboration with a p...

Brisbane’s property market is heating up but what happens when flood risk threatens your dream home or investment?

In this essential episode, Melinda and Scott Jennison sit down with Martin Roushan-Zarmehri from Stormflood to unpack the real risks of buying in flood-prone areas. From decoding council flood maps to why trusting a selling agent’s “it never flooded” could be a costly mistake. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about buying in Brisbane.

Whether you're an investor, first-home buyer, or planning a subdivision, we break down how changing flood data, insurance limitations, and local top...

In this highly anticipated monthly update, Scott and Melinda unpack the real-time insights shaping Brisbane’s property market. From surging buyer demand and FOMO in key price segments, to legislative shifts like the early roll-out of the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme, they break down what’s influencing dwelling values across Brisbane, and what buyers need to know to stay competitive.

With dwelling values rising 1.2% in August alone, this episode helps investors and home buyers alike understand how to navigate price growth, limited stock, and shifting affordability. Whether you’re an active buyer, a first-home hopeful, or a strate...

This week’s episode features your hosts, Melinda and Scott from Streamline Property Buyers, on the Wilko’s Wealthy Wisdom podcast hosted by Barry Wilkinson from SW Brokerage. They share their journey from running a successful construction business to building Brisbane’s most awarded and trusted buyer’s agency. This candid conversation reveals the personal and professional milestones that shaped Streamline Property Buyers into what it is today.

You’ll hear how they navigated major industry shifts, why they chose client care over fast growth, and what makes their process so unique, from off-market access to builder-led insights...

In this episode, Scott and Melinda Jennison explore how artificial intelligence and PropTech are reshaping the property industry. After attending the recent REBAA conference, they share firsthand insights into how technology is already being used, sometimes effectively, and sometimes dangerously.

They break down where tech can help streamline due diligence and improve efficiency, and where it falls short, especially when it comes to emotion, street-level expertise, and local market nuance.

Whether you're a buyer navigating Brisbane’s fast-paced market or just curious about AI’s growing role in real estate, this episode will help...

Auction day can feel like a pressure cooker, fast, emotional, and intimidating.

But it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Scott and Melinda Jennison from Streamline Property Buyers pull back the curtain on Brisbane auctions. With insights drawn from thousands of real-world auction experiences, they reveal the tactics professionals use to win (without overpaying) and the common mistakes that cost buyers dearly.

Whether you’re a first-time bidder or a seasoned investor, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate auctions like a pro.

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In this July market update, Scott and Melinda Jennison take you inside the Brisbane property market with both on-the-ground insights and the latest data.

They unpack why Brisbane continues to be one of Australia’s top-performing capital cities, reveal the surprising strength of the unit market, and discuss how seasonal trends, housing supply shortages, and potential interest rate cuts could shape the months ahead.

You’ll also hear the latest on construction costs, rental yields, and buyer sentiment all designed to help you make informed property decisions in a shifting market.

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