Lesson 1: What is Property?
What property is and the main types.
A short introduction to what we mean by property—homes, land and investment property—and why it matters in the Australian context.
Property
Start with three short foundational lessons: what property is, why property matters, and renting vs owning. Then explore types of property, how values change, the Australian housing market, renting your first place, and saving for a home.
Module overview
- 8 lessons total
- Foundation Lessons 1–3: Short and essential (3–5 min each)
- Lessons 4–8: Types of property, how values change, the housing market, renting your first place, saving for a home
Phase 1: Foundation
Lesson 2: Why Property Matters
Why property matters: to live in or to invest.
Why property matters: a place to live, building equity, or investing. A simple overview of the main reasons.
Lesson 3: Renting vs Owning
The basics of renting versus owning.
A simple comparison of renting and owning: what each involves, pros and cons, and when each might make sense for you.
Phase 2: Going further
Lesson 4: Types of Property
Homes, land, investment property and more.
The main types of property: homes, units, land and investment property, and how they differ.
Lesson 5: How Property Values Change
What makes property values go up or down.
What affects property values and how they can change over time.
Lesson 6: The Australian Housing Market
How the housing market works in Australia.
How the housing market works in Australia and what young people should know.
Lesson 7: Renting Your First Place
What to know when you rent for the first time.
What to know when renting your first place: leases, rights, costs and practical tips.
Lesson 8: Saving for a Home
Steps and habits to save for your first home.
Steps and habits to help you save for your first home.