If you’ve tried to buy a home in the past few years—or even just keep up with rising rents—you’ve probably felt it.
That quiet frustration.
The feeling that no matter how hard you work or how much you save… you’re still behind.
And here’s the kicker:
It’s not just in your head.
There are deeper forces at play in Australia’s housing market, and for many Aussies, it feels downright rigged.
The Middle Class is Getting Squeezed
Let’s start with some brutal facts.
Australia’s middle class is being taxed at some of the highest rates in the developed world. And for what? Public services are stretched thin, wages have barely moved, and housing affordability has spiralled out of reach.
Supply is struggling to keep up with demand. The cost of building is skyrocketing. And both major political parties—despite all the flashy announcements—continue rolling out policies that unintentionally (or perhaps deliberately?) make it harder for everyday Australians to get ahead.
The result?
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Home prices keep climbing
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Rental markets keep tightening
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And families trying to build a better future keep getting locked out
This isn’t just an economic issue—it’s a social crisis.
Why the System Is Failing Everyday Aussies
Every month, we miss our national housing supply targets.
Every month, that shortfall adds pressure on an already strained system.
Now here’s the thing—building more homes sounds simple, but red tape, council delays, and restrictive planning laws are choking supply at every turn.
Instead of removing barriers and encouraging growth, the system seems structured to reward those who already hold the most assets, while pushing first-time buyers and small-time investors further to the margins.
Meanwhile, the media tells you to wait.
To save harder.
To cut back on smashed avo and daily coffees.
But let me tell you—waiting is the most expensive decision you can make in today’s market.
Property Isn’t the Problem—It’s the Setup
There’s this common narrative that investors are the enemy.
That if you own a second property, you’re somehow the reason housing is unaffordable.
But that’s not the full story.
Most mum-and-dad investors are working-class Aussies trying to secure a better future for their families. They’re not cashing in millions. They’re navigating rising interest rates, negative cash flow, and policy uncertainty.
The real issue is the setup.
A housing system that disproportionately benefits:
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Big developers
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Banks
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Politicians with vested interests
… while everyday Aussies—whether renters, homeowners, or investors—get caught in the middle.
The Australia housing market is rigged, just not in the way you’ve been told.
So… What Can You Do?
If you want to move forward, you’ve got to stop playing blind.
The first step is understanding how the system works. Because once you see the blueprint, you can stop fighting it—and start leveraging it to your advantage.
That’s exactly what we unpack in this week’s podcast episode:
🎧 “Australia’s Housing Market is RIGGED — And You’re Paying For It”
In this episode, I break down the post-election landscape, what it means for renters and investors alike, and how you can position yourself before the next big shift hits.
We’re talking real talk. No sugar-coating. No headlines designed to keep you scared.
Just straight-up insights to help you make smarter moves in a system that’s not built in your favour.
🚨 Ready to stop falling behind and start building a future?
👉 Click below to listen now:
