Australian house prices tipped to fall up to 6 per cent

Australian house prices are forecast to remain steady in 2026 before declining 3 to 6 per cent in 2027, according to HSBC economist Paul Bloxham. The predicted decline is attributed to three interest rate rises, federal budget tax changes to negative gearing and capital gains arrangements, and an expected economic slowdown designed to reduce inflation. The downturn may improve housing affordability for first-time buyers while reducing investor demand for existing dwellings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.