Is 2026 The Right Time To Buy An Investment Property?

Is 2026 the year to pull the trigger on an investment property, or should you stay on the sidelines? In today's video, we're breaking down the Australian property landscape for 2026.  With national house values forecast to rise by around 7.7% and rental markets staying incredibly tight, the "wait and see" approach could end up costing you big in the long run. We dive into the data behind the headlines, including: The Big Split: Why Sydney and Melbourne are seeing a "rate-sensitive" dip while Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide continue to lead the charge. Supply vs. Demand: The structural shortage of homes that's keeping a floor under prices despite higher interest rates. Strategic Opportunities: Why regional hubs and the "under $1 million" market are the real hotspots for investors this year. Whether you're a first-time investor or looking to scale your portfolio to financial freedom, this video is about moving past the "speculation" and getting back to the fundamentals.    Thinking about buying an investment property in Australia in the next 3 to 12 months?     Then book your free strategy session here: https://www.pumpedonproperty.com/free-strategy-session     What can you expect from your free strategy session?    In your strategy session, we will discuss:    1. Where you are right now  2. Where you want to be long-term  3. What's been holding you back from achieving your property investment goals until now  4. Your next action steps     You'll walk away from the call with a clear plan in place and the confidence you need to invest in your next property.    DISCLAIMER  The viewer acknowledges and agrees that:   (a) Pumped on Property (POP) is not a licensed financial services adviser, accountant, solicitor, builder, engineer, architect, town planner or property manager;   (b) POP is a licensed real estate agent who conducts business as a 'buyer's agent.   (c) POP conveys the information provided on this channel as general information only and is not tailored to the listener's particular financial circumstances or expectations;   (d) The information provided on this channel cannot be relied upon by the listener as providing any advice upon which the viewer might rely in making any decision concerning their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property;   (e) The use to which the listener may make of the information provided on this video channel is subject to the listener seeking independent professional advice from legal, financial, taxation and accounting advisers before making any decision affecting their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property;   (f) The information provided in this channel, given that it is general in nature, is not suitable or applicable to the listener's individual circumstances, needs, objectives or expectations;   (g) In providing the information on this channel, POP has made no representation, provided no advice, and given no warranty or promise as to the suitability, or otherwise, of any investment in any real property;  (h) POP is unable to predict the short or long-term future of the global Australian financial market or the property markets and acknowledges that prices may rise, fall, or be stagnant for long periods of time, and that POP has no control over the market or any returns to any investor in the market;  (i) POP has made no representation, promise or warranty as to the competence of any third-party service providers referred to on this channel.  I acknowledge that I have read and understood the disclaimer with respect to POP's services set out above before accessing this channel.