Why national headlines don’t reflect your property market   Introduction “Property prices are falling!” … “No wait, they’re booming!” If you’ve ever felt like the headlines are giving you property whiplash, you’re not alone. The national media loves sweeping statements — but property is hyper-local. One suburb can soar while another stalls. Here’s how to cut through the noise and stay laser-focused. National vs local: Why the data rarely matches National property data is an average of everything — from inner Sydney penthouses to Broken Hill weatherboards. It tells you nothing about your target suburb. Markets move differently, and timing