The Perth Property Show

Host Trent Fleskens reflects on the implications of the recent federal election on Perth's property market, including immigration and housing policies. Trent shares his personal experience of sourcing building materials directly from China to save costs while ensuring quality. He details his journey to Foshan, guided by a local translator, where he sourced various products like tiles, bathroom fixtures, cabinetry, and furniture at ...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes back Brendon Ptolomey to discuss the latest trends in Western Australia's regional property market. They start with Karratha, noting limited supply and rising values driven by local factors despite global turmoil. Port Headland's market remains strong with stabilized rents and values, while South Headland shows a balanced market. Geraldton attracts investors d...

Trent sits down with Senior Property Manager, Chanelle Boylen, for a comprehensive update on Perth's rental market. They discuss the current 2% vacancy rate, which is the highest since June 2020. Despite an increase in available properties and the turnover of investment properties to owner-occupied homes, tenant demand remains strong. The discussion also covers rising rental costs, which are nearly double pre-Covid rates, and an in...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes back Brendon Ptolomey, Managing Director of Herron Todd White, to discuss the recent turbulence in the global markets and its effects on the Perth property market. They delve deep into how the state and local factors, such as the elections, tariffs, interest rate fluctuations, and employment trends, impact Perth's housing demand and supply. The conversation hi...

This week, Trent Fleskens runs a Q&A session on the Perth Property Show, addressing listener questions on various property topics. He discusses the affordability of coastal suburbs like Scarborough and Rockingham, offers advice on whether to buy established homes or build new ones, and explores the pros and cons of selling during autumn versus spring. Trent also touches on the best rental yields for FIFO workers, how investors ...

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts James Peach from Modern Realty in West Leederville on the Perth Property Show. The discussion shifts from building innovation to current market dynamics, featuring Peach's unique perspective as a former Sydney real estate agent. The conversation covers key differences between Sydney and Perth markets, including pricing trends and auction practices. James shares his journey into real estate, experienc...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens engages in a detailed discussion with semi-retired urban designer Malcolm Mackay on the complexities and potential simplifications of Western Australia's R Codes. They explore the implications of the recent election, the increasing unwieldiness of planning documentation, and Mackay's advocacy for more streamlined, principle-based guidelines. Drawing from decades of exp...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Rowen Powell, the Director of Verve Buyers Agency and an expert buyers agent in Perth, Western Australia. They discuss the challenges and nuances of buying owner-occupied properties, including the need for patience and understanding buyer needs. Rowen shares insights on current market trends, the impact of interest rates and seller expectations, and the dyn...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Suzanne Brown, the newly appointed president of REWA. They discuss Suzanne's career journey, her experiences in the real estate industry, and her leadership role in REWA. Key topics include the housing market challenges in Western Australia, the impact of current government policies, and proposed reforms such as stamp duty reform and increased social housing...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens engages in a detailed conversation with Brad Pettit, leader of the Greens in Western Australia. They discuss the current broken state of the housing system in WA, touching on issues like public housing shortages, the inefficiencies of government-managed social housing, and potential reforms. Key topics include the need for increased social housing supply, the debate on...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Peter Forgione of Good Life Structures about the potential of modular and flat-pack homes to address housing shortages in Western Australia. They discuss the business operations, cost and time efficiency, and new government regulations affecting the industry. The conversation also touches on future innovations in building materials that could revolutionize a...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes February and discusses the upcoming election's impact on property issues. The guest, Jeremy Cordina, the General Manager of Parcel, updates on Parcel’s operations, highlighting their struggles in keeping up with land demand due to construction constraints. The discussion covers key land developments, infrastructure challenges, and the impact of immigration on ...