Property prices are rising… or falling… depending on who you ask. With major data sources reporting completely different results, it's no wonder Australians are confused about what's really happening in the market.

In this episode, we break down the latest numbers from PropTrack and Cotality to uncover where the data aligns, where it clashes, and why "official" figures aren't always as solid as they seem. From Darwin's conflicting unit prices to the quiet strength of regional markets, we dig into the rubbery numbers shaping big investment decisions.

If you want a clearer, calmer understanding of Australia's true housing trends — without the hype or confusion — this is your go-to explainer.

Guest: Ian Perkins, Co-Founder & Director, Lawlab What if reviewing your property contract was as simple as uploading a file and letting AI do the rest?

In this episode of The Property Playbook, Tim Graham sits down with Ian Perkins of Lawlab, one of Australia's most innovative property law firms, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of conveyancing.

Founded in 1899 and reinvented for the digital age, Lawlab has revolutionised property transactions with secure, streamlined technology—making the process faster, smarter, and more transparent. Ian unveils their latest innovation, BuySecure, an AI-powered tool that translates complex property contracts into plain English, giving buyers instant clarity and confidence before they sign.

🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How Lawlab evolved from a regional firm to a national legal tech leader
• How BuySecure uses AI to analyse contracts and flag risks in minutes
• Why trust, transparency, and collaboration are key in real estate transactions
• How AI is helping lawyers, agents, and buyers work smarter—not replace humans
• Why 65,000+ past transactions are helping Lawlab train smarter legal models
• The future of conveyancing and how technology will simplify property settlements

💡 Quote of the Episode: "AI isn't replacing lawyers—it's empowering them to deliver better advice, faster." — Ian Perkins

📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts

🔗 Learn more: lawlab.com.au

🔗 Explore BuySecure: buysecure.com.au

While housing affordability dominates political debate, most Australians don't actually want prices to drop.

In this episode, we unpack new data showing strong confidence in the property market and explore how government policies, limited supply, and buyer sentiment are keeping prices on the rise.

We also look at why politicians talk about affordability but rarely act — and what this means for buyers, renters, and investors across Australia.