Do you ever wonder what the future of housing looks like for Generation Z?

Right now, many young Australians feel locked out of the property market – priced out, disillusioned, and deeply pessimistic about their financial futures.

But what if the story isn't all doom and gloom?

If you're curious about what the housing market might look like in 2034 – and how demographic and economic forces could tilt things in Gen Z's favour – today's show is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Takeaways

· Gen Z is the generation born between 2000 and 2017.

· Mental health issues are prevalent among Gen Z, especially young women.

· Gen Z will benefit from a tight job market and low unemployment.

· Gender equality is expected to improve significantly for Gen Z.

· Housing accessibility may improve as baby boomers downsize.

· Government policies can influence housing supply and affordability.

· First home buyer grants tend to drive up house prices rather than help buyers.

· Tax reform is necessary to create a fairer housing market.

· A shortage of tradies is impacting housing construction.

· Innovation in housing construction is needed to reduce costs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gen Z's Housing Future

04:48 Job Market Opportunities for Gen Z

06:46 Gender Equality and Its Impact on Gen Z

13:59 Critique of First Home Buyer Grants

17:36 Tax Reform and Its Challenges

20:55 The Need for More Tradies and Skilled Workers

22:13 Innovation in Housing Construction

25:15 Future Outlook for Gen Z in Housing

About Simon Kuestenmacher

Simon Kuestenmacher is co-founder and Director – The Demographics Group

Simon is a prolific media commentator on demographic and data matters and a columnist for The New Daily and The Australian newspapers.

He ranks as one of the world's Top 10 influencers in data visualisation. If you can't get enough of the kind of data that explains how the world works, make sure to follow Simon on Linked In or X (formerly Twitter) or any of his other social channels.

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About Michael Yardney

Michael Yardney- founder Metropole Property Strategists has been voted one of Australia's 50 most influential Thought Leaders.

While he is best known as a property expert, Michael is also Australia's leading expert in the psychology of success and wealth creation.

Michael is a #1 best selling author of 9 books and frequently challenges traditional finance advice with innovative ideas on property investment, personal finance and wealth creation.

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