Housing affordability is often misunderstood. It’s not just about prices or interest rates — it’s about how housing costs compare to real household incomes. This article explains what affordability actually means, why traditional benchmarks no longer work, and how rising pressure in 2026 is reshaping buyers, investors, and development outcomes across Australia.

Baringa is a modern, master-planned suburb in Queensland’s southern Sunshine Coast. This guide examines what Baringa is really like to live in, how its property market has performed, and whether it stacks up for homeowners, investors, and small-scale developers seeking stable, long-term outcomes rather than speculation.

Great property projects start with due diligence. OwnerDeveloper shows developers how to uncover site risks, check zoning, approvals, buildability, and financial feasibility—helping you make informed, profitable decisions before committing to any site.