Blog: Money & Meaning
Real stories, hard truths, and thoughtful reflections on money, independence, identity, and what it means to find your own version of “enough.”
Includes insights, tools, and practical breakdowns for navigating money, pensions, property in Australia and more - helping you obtain financial clarity.
July 2025 Market Wrap: Property Prices Are Still Rising — And Supply’s Still Not Coming
Housing prices are still rising — and Australia’s construction pipeline isn’t keeping up. This July 2025 market update breaks down the latest Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) data on prices, rents, and construction activity. With interest rates easing and housing starts lagging, affordability relief may be further off than we think — unless major structural changes take place. Find out what this means for buyers, renters, and owners in plain language, with real Quantity Surveyor insights.
Climate Change and Sydney’s Property Market: The Hidden Factor Driving Prices Up
Climate change is quietly reshaping Sydney’s property market in ways few people discuss. From rising insurance costs in flood-prone areas to shifting demand for climate-resilient suburbs, extreme weather events are influencing where people buy and how much they pay. While traditional factors like supply and demand drive housing prices, environmental risks are becoming an increasingly important consideration for buyers and investors. In this blog, we explore how climate change is impacting Sydney’s housing landscape and what it means for the future of property values.