Why is housing so expensive—and where does the money actually go? In this episode, we unpack the real cost drivers behind Australia's housing crisis with expert insights from Frank. From skyrocketing land values and construction costs to government levies and foreign investor taxes, we dig deep into the numbers and the policies behind the price tags.
We cover:
The breakdown of land vs. construction vs. taxes
How government charges quietly add 50% to home prices
Shrinking builder margins and what it means for quality and supply
The impact of foreign investor taxes on apartment supply
Fringe vs. inner-city land costs and where developers are building
Practical reforms that could lower end-user costs by 10–20%
What’s really moving the housing market—interest rates or taxes?
A must-listen for anyone trying to understand (or survive) the Australian property market.