SDA Price Guide Changes with David

In this episode, we delve into the recent changes to the SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) price guide. We explore the unexpected twists and turns of the new guide, highlighting the positives for participants, investors, and developers. While there's been some concern about the drop in apartment funding, we unpack why this change could actually be a positive move in the long run, addressing vacancy issues and creating more opportunities for previously underserved participants.

Episode Highlights:

• (0:00-0:10) Introduction and Welcome: Welcome back David! Today's topic: the recent changes to the SDA price guide
• (0:10-0:25) Initial Reactions and Unexpected Elements: Discussion of the interesting journey over the past few weeks since the new price guide was released and some unexpected elements.
• (0:25-0:40) Positives for Participants, Investors, and Developers: Emphasis on the many positives within the new price guide for all key stakeholders, particularly participants.
• (0:40-0:55) The Surprise: Drop in Apartment Funding: Acknowledgment of the unexpected drop in apartment funding and the initial negative reaction.
• (0:55-1:16) Reframing the Change: Positives of Reduced Apartment Funding: Explanation of why the drop in apartment funding can be viewed as a positive move to address vacancies and provide opportunities for participants who have been previously neglected in disability housing.