Episode 130: With The War In Iran, Are We Entering Covid 2.0?
30th March 2026 | 30m 23s
Is this really Covid 2.0? We break down what’s actually happening with fuel prices, construction costs, and what it means for home buyers right now. No fear tactics - just real insights on risks, timing, and where the opportunities may be.
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Timestamps:
2:29 - War Impact on the Building Industry
4:27 – Media Fear & “Doom and Gloom” Narratives
5:11 - Are we already at Covid 2.0?
8:46 - So, what’s the real risk here?
11:04 – Material Cost Increases
12:01 - Medium-Term Outlook (2–6 Months Changes)
13:24 – Expected Delays (1–3 Months)
14:20 – Stage 4 - which does resemble Covid
14:57 – Comparison to COVID Price Spikes
16:46 – Interest Rates, Inflation & Economy Impact
18:02 - What should you expect now and moving forward?
18:29 - Builder Behaviour Changes
19:36 - Client Behaviour Changes
21:01 - Land contracts being handed back in droves
21:59 - Where is the opportunity? …or is it all just doom and gloom again?
24:10 - Buying Opportunities in Discounted Land
25:00 – Investing Mindset (Opportunity vs Fear)
28:05 – Final Advice: Stay Educated & Aware
28:41 – Final Warning: Don’t Choose the Cheapest Builder