Ep 39 - Is It Really Impossible f...
Ep 39 - Is It Really Impossible for Gen Z to Buy a Home in 2026 – feat. Vishal Teckchandani

The Finance Garage by Jonathan Wu

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Welcome back to The Finance Garage! This week, Jonathan is joined by Vishal Teckchandani, a finance journalist and commentator known for unpacking complex economic issues in a way younger Australians can actually relate to.

Together, they dive into the heated question dominating group chats and auction queues everywhere: Is home ownership really out of reach for Gen Z in 2026? 🏡 Jonathan and Vishal explore the realities behind house prices, wage growth, policy shifts, borrowing capacity, and the trade‑offs younger buyers are being forced to consider. From shifting interest‑rate cycles to creative buying structures, this episode breaks down what's myth, what's math, and what's genuinely changing in the market.

Whether you're saving, already in the hunt, or advising the next generation, this conversati ... 

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Keywords
Australian Property marketFirst home buyersHousing affordability