Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of Coaching and Advising here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier. In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright and Stefanie Palazzolo discuss the current state of the Melbourne property market, highlighting the opportunities available for investors, despite the prevailing market sentiment. They explore the impact of government initiatives on property development, the challenges posed by rising construction costs and the importance of understanding personal investment goals. Insights from leading economic data providers give a broader context, emphasizing the need for strategic planning in property investment and the potential for unlocking opportunities in the Melbourne Property Market. Chapters 01:14 Introduction to the Melbourne Property Market 04:22 Current Trends and Opportunities in Melbourne 05:58 Government Initiatives and Development Opportunities 10:10 Challenges in Construction and Supply Shortages 13:12 Investment Strategies and Market Timing 16:14 Insights from Oxford Economics 19:12 Understanding Market Sentiment and Personal Goals 22:09 Final Thoughts on Investing in Melbourne Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops.  I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au  You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au