Have the rules for building wealth in Australia changed? With economist Saul Eslake

Have the rules for building wealth in Australia changed? With economist Saul Eslake

August 12, 2026 · 44 min

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Economist Saul Eslake discusses how changes in the property market and income growth are affecting financial security for Australians approaching retirement.

Renowned economist Saul Eslake joins me to break down how shifting property markets, slowing income growth, and rising mortgage debt are redefining financial security for Australians in their 50s and 60s. We dive into why the old economic rules on housing no longer apply and what these structural shifts mean for your retirement.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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