ANDERS SÖRMAN-NILSSON TO HEADLINE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY FUTURES EVENT IN SYDNEY
An unmissable evening of foresight, finance and the future of real estate.
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Swedish-Australian futurist Anders Sörman-Nilsson, one of the world’s most sought-after innovation strategists, will headline an exclusive event hosted by Kanebridge Quarterly Magazine this August in Sydney.
Held at the elegant Royal Automobile Club of Australia, this evening event will bring together some of the country’s most forward-thinking property and finance minds to decode what lies ahead for investors, developers and capital leaders.
Sörman-Nilsson is globally recognised for helping businesses navigate disruption and turn emerging trends into competitive advantage.
With clients including Apple, ING and Macquarie Bank, his high-energy keynotes blend behavioural science, futurism and technology, delivering insights that challenge the status quo and ignite strategic action.
His session will explore the tectonic shifts in demographics, sustainability, artificial intelligence and climate-driven design — and what they mean for the built environment.
Also on the agenda is Dr Andrew Wilson, Chief Economist at My Housing Market, who will deliver a sharp analysis of Australia’s evolving economic landscape, with insights into interest rates, inflation, migration and what they signal for the housing sector over the next 12–24 months.
The gold star line-up also includes Darren Younger, CEO of Assetora, a fast-growing platform bridging the gap between property and fintech innovation; and Paul Chapko, from JLL Capital Markets, who will offer exclusive insights into capital trends, financing shifts and what’s next for global property investment platforms.
Designed for high-level professionals across property, investment and finance, the evening will include networking, light refreshments, and access to rare, high-impact thought leadership in a premium setting.
Event Details
📅 Wednesday 7 August 2024
🕠 5:30pm – 8:30pm
📍 Royal Automobile Club of Australia, 89 Macquarie Street, Sydney
Spaces are limited and demand is high.
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The spring property market is shaping up as the most active in recent memory, according to property experts Two Red Shoes.
Mortgage brokers Rebecca Jarrett-Dalton and Brett Sutton point to a potent mix of pent-up buyer demand, robust seller confidence and the First Home Guarantee Scheme as catalysts for a sustained run.
“We’re seeing an unprecedented level of activity, with high auction numbers already a clear indicator of the market’s trajectory,” said Sutton. “Last week, Sydney saw its second-highest number of auctions for the year. This kind of volume, even before the new First Home Guarantee Scheme (FHGS) changes take effect, signals a powerful market run.”
Rebecca Jarrett-Dalton added a note of caution. “While inquiries are at an all-time high, the big question is whether we will have enough stock to meet this demand. The market is incredibly hot, and this could lead to a highly competitive environment for buyers, with many homes selling for hundreds of thousands above their reserve.”
“With listings not keeping pace with buyer demand, buyers are needing to compromise faster and bid harder.”
Two Red Shoes identifies several spring trends. The First Home Guarantee Scheme is expected to unlock a wave of first-time buyers by enabling eligible purchasers to enter with deposits as low as 5 per cent. The firm notes this supports entry and reduces rent leakage, but it is a demand-side fix that risks pushing prices higher around the relevant caps.
Buyer behaviour is shifting toward flexibility. With competition intense, purchasers are prioritising what they can afford over ideal suburb or land size. Two Red Shoes expects the common first-home target price to rise to between $1 and $1.2 million over the next six months.
Affordable corridors are drawing attention. The team highlights Hawkesbury, Claremont Meadows and growth areas such as Austral, with Glenbrook in the Lower Blue Mountains posting standout results. Preliminary Sydney auction clearance rates are holding above 70 per cent despite increased listings, underscoring the depth of demand.
The heat is not without friction. Reports of gazumping have risen, including instances where contract statements were withheld while agents continued to receive offers, reflecting the pressure on buyers in fast-moving campaigns.
Rates are steady, yet some banks are quietly trimming variable and fixed products. Many borrowers are maintaining higher repayments to accelerate principal reduction. “We’re also seeing a strong trend in rent-vesting, where owner-occupiers are investing in a property with the eventual goal of moving into it,” said Jarrett-Dalton.
“This is a smart strategy for safeguarding one’s future in this competitive market, where all signs point to an exceptionally busy and action-packed season.”
Two Red Shoes expects momentum to carry through the holiday period and into the new year, with competition remaining elevated while stock lags demand.
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