28/09/2026
I recently had a great conversation with Jessica Taulaga about where the property market is heading and what it means for buyers right now.
One big takeaway? Buyers are gaining more leverage in key parts of the market.
According to a recent article by Aussie, properties in several segments are taking longer to sell, giving buyers crucial breathing room to negotiate on price and terms—something that was almost impossible during peak competitive cycles.
A few key takeaways from our discussion and the article:
1. Days on market are creeping up in select regions and property types, shifting dynamics slightly back toward buyers.
2. Conditional offers are back on the table: Buyers can negotiate subject-to-finance, longer settlement terms, or building inspections without immediately being priced out.
3. Preparation is still king: Even with more room to negotiate, having pre-approval and clear borrowing limits ready allows you to act decisively when a motivated seller appears.
Whether you're looking to step onto the property ladder or upgrade, understanding these micro-shifts in your target local market is key.
Huge thanks to Jessica for sharing her insights on this!
What shifts are you noticing in your local property market right now?
🔗 Read the full Aussie article here:
https://www.aussie.com.au/insights/articles/buyers-more-room-to-negotiate-property-market/
Homes are taking longer to sell in some parts of the market, what does that mean for potential buyers?
