Want above-average growth? Forget the hype and follow the data

Past performance can create confidence, but the biggest gains could come from knowing where to look next. With markets shifting, data is becoming a powerful tool for investors chasing above-average growth. On The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant is joined by Dr Mat Djolic from HtAG Analytics to explore how investors can use data to make more strategic property decisions. The pair examine how HtAG analyses more than 200 indicators to rank markets, looking at factors including affordability, supply, demand, and socio-economic conditions to identify areas with stronger growth potential. They discuss the opportunity cost of choosing an average-performing market, and why even small differences in annual growth can create a significant gap in portfolio value over the long term. The conversation also covers emerging opportunities across Victoria, Perth, and Queensland, as well as the importance of looking beyond market hype, questioning conventional wisdom, and avoiding confirmation bias when deciding where to invest. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email [email protected] for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.