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As Group Director, what key trends are you currently seeing across the business and broader market at the moment?

The Federal Budget Shakedown is here and the Sydney property market just cracked.

If you’re watching the headlines, the media hysteria is real. But what’s actually happening on the ground right now?

The Good: PPoR remains the ultimate tax-free wealth shield. SMSF tax advantages have never been wider. The negative gearing loophole: You can still buy, move, and lease your former home.

The Bad: Investors are fleeing the market after Macquarie and Westpac adjusted lending settings. Sydney rents are rising at their fastest pace in 2.5 years (up 7.1% YoY). Auction clearance rates just plummeted to a brutal 31.1%.

We are experiencing the widest gap between buyer and seller expectations in years. Watch the full episode of 'The Word' to see where the new trading line is adjusting this week.

Link in bio.

#sydneyrealestate #propertyupdate #realestatemarket #investingau #housingmarket

SOLD | 22 Dening Street, Drummoyne 🥂✨
An absolute masterpiece of architectural design has just found its next chapter. Known affectionately as ‘Dorothy’, this flawlessly rebuilt c1915 cottage captivated everyone who stepped through its doors, ultimately securing a fantastic result in a delicate and tricky market.
From the north-east facing resort-style backyard and sparkling solar-heated pool to the masterfully designed two-storey layout, this property truly redefined family entertaining on the peninsula.
A massive congratulations to our wonderful clients! It has been an absolute privilege helping you navigate this transition as you make the exciting move over to Balmain. We appreciate your trust in us implicitly.
Fantastic teamwork on this one—it was great to collaborate with Chad and the incredible Drummoyne crew to get this deal closed and deliver a premium result for our vendors.
Thinking of buying or selling on the peninsula? Let’s chat.
5 Bed | 2 Bath 📍 22 Dening Street, Drummoyne
#Sold #Drummoyne #RealEstate #SydneyProperty #JustSold #PropertyMarket #PeninsulaLiving #DreamHome #ResortStyleLiving #CobdenHayson

SOLD | 52/90 St Georges Crescent, Drummoyne 🌊✨
Offered for the first time in over 20 years, this iconic waterfront apartment in ‘The Solent’ has officially traded hands.
Boasting an unmatched, unobstructed panorama across the bay to the Harbour Bridge, this was always going to be a special sale—but it was also a deeply emotional one. Navigating a delicate market backdrop required absolute finessing, relentless communication, and a strategic approach to land the perfect buyer.
Ultimately, patience and precision delivered a fantastic price outcome for our wonderful clients, and we couldn't be happier for them as they start their next chapter. A huge congratulations as well to the buyers who have secured an absolutely breathtaking piece of the Drummoyne waterfront.
A massive shoutout to Josh and Rita from the team, who took full charge of this campaign and executed it flawlessly from start to finish. Brilliant work.
When the market requires a tailored approach, experience and strategy make all the difference.
🌅 2 Bed | 🛁 1 Bath | 🚗 1 Car 📍 52/90 St Georges Crescent, Drummoyne
#Sold #Drummoyne #WaterfrontLiving #SydneyHarbour #JustSold #SydneyRealEstate #PropertyMarket #PeninsulaLiving #HarbourBridgeViews #CobdenHayson

The slogans say "Equity." The data says "Debt."

We are staring down a $1 Trillion national debt - that’s $70,000 for every single worker in this country. While the Government tries to sell this budget as a win for the future, the math tells a different story:

• Highest taxing Treasurer in Australian history.
• Income taxes hitting a 30-year high.
• The highest CGT in the developed world.
• A "Success Tax" that hammers anyone trying to get ahead.

If you think a $250 rebate in 2028 is going to fix a $1 Trillion problem, you aren't looking at the data.

Watch The Word for the full breakdown of the budget's impact on the Sydney market.

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#federalbudget2026 #capitalgainstax #investmentproperty #CGT #federalbudget

SOLD OFF-MARKET | $2.85m
8 Spring Street, Birchgrove is officially a closed deal. This was an outstanding effort by Rita Lopresti, whose excellence in buyer work and meticulous management of client expectations brought this sale to a premium conclusion.
Bringing a freestanding Victorian beauty to a result like this requires more than just a listing—it requires professionalism, care, and an unrelenting focus.
A revived contemporary masterpiece on one of Birchgrove’s finest streets. Congratulations to all parties involved.

4 Rose Street, Birchgrove NSW
5 Bed 3 Bath 3 Car 505m²
For Sale - Price Guide: Contact Agent

A reimagined Victorian Italianate manor positioned directly opposite Birchgrove Park, blending landmark heritage architecture with refined contemporary living. Originally designed in 1888 by Edward Buchanan and transformed in collaboration with Benn + Penna and Cassandra Walker Design, “Oliveto” delivers soaring double height atriums, herringbone oak flooring, marble fireplaces, bespoke Broadleaf joinery and a resort style pool framed by landscaped gardens. Set across three levels with five bedrooms, a home office, wellness space and garage parking for three, this is one of Birchgrove’s most significant residences.

Contact -CobdenHayson Balmain
Matthew Hayson - 0411 376 125
Rita Lopresti - 0414 677 050

Razma.

#VictorianManor #LuxurySydneyHomes #Birchgrove #ArchitecturalHomes #PrestigeProperty

While the RBA and the Treasurer bicker over who to blame for the 4.35% world, the street has already moved on.

We are witnessing a historic collapse in expert credibility. When the House of Reps hits -1 on the Trust Tracker, you know the disconnect is real.

The heaviness you're feeling is represented in the data:
- ANZ-Roy Morgan confidence at 50-year lows.
- 15% Auction strike rate last week in Sydney.
- The top end seeing 5-10% adjustments.

But here’s the kicker: May is the month of acceptance. Consumers are outsmarting the RBA. Pragmatists are adjusting, finding the floor, and moving on with life.
Stop waiting for experts who are 12 months behind the play. Read the street.

Watch the full episode of The Word at the link in bio.

#sydneyproperty #sydneyrealestate #marketinsights #propertymarket #innerwest

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

Three hikes in and the market has gotten more selective.

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.35%, the third rise this year. Borrowing power has shifted, casual buyers have pulled back, and the gap between campaigns that land and those that don't is widening.

For our markets, the fundamentals have remained stable. Whilst supply is thinning into winter, committed buyers are still showing up, and well-priced stock is still moving.
 
Whether you're buying or selling, the edge right now is having a good campaign strategy.

Speak to our team today.

#propertymarket #sydneyrealestate #economicupdate #realestateinsights #innerwestrealestate

What an insightful night it was at our VIP Client Evening earlier this week at Aqua Luna.

Almost 200 guests joined us for an evening of honest conversation with Mark Bouris AM and Theo Chambers, with Ben Fordham keeping things sharp and lively.

From market conditions to government policy to practical investor advice. The room was full, the questions were real, and the insights were exactly what our clients were looking to gain.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the night!

If you're thinking of selling, or looking for a team that brings this level of insight to managing your campaign and portfolio, we'd love to connect.

Reach out to the CobdenHayson team today.

@mark_bouris
@theochambers
@benfordham9
@aqualunawaterfrontdining

In this week’s The Word, we're moving past the headlines to give you some straight talk. The market has adjusted, the 10% correction is already visible at the coalface, and "waiting" is quickly becoming a strategy of diminishing returns. Our advice? Stop trying to time the bottom and start focusing on your long-term plans. Whether you’re buying or selling, the path forward is about reasoning with today’s reality and taking a measured approach.

Full analysis via the link in bio.

#sydneyproperty #sydneyrealestate #propertymarket #propertyadvice #marketinsights

The era of "hope" as a strategy is over.

The mask is off. With auction clearance rates anchored below 40%, we aren't in a "soft" market - we are in a Reset.

This cycle rewards realism over speculation. Honesty over wishes. Focus over a "spray and pray" strategy. Stop waiting for a miracle recovery. Start trading in the market we actually have.

Full breakdown on The Word at the link in bio.