20/08/2026
Thinking about buying, selling, or just watching the market from the sidelines?
Sydney’s auction clearance rate says 53% — but that number is hiding a lot. Withdrawals are up, lending is tightening across every major bank, and first home buyers are stuck between fear and FOMO.
Alex Soncini breaks it all down in this week’s Western News (page 14) — real numbers, no guesswork.
👉 Read the full article: https://issuu.com/nepeannews/docs/western_news_21_august_2026/14
Want to know what it means for you? Call Alex on 0419 600 177.