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Real estate news from across Australia – market shifts, regulatory changes, and industry developments that affect property professionals nationwide.
2024 property market insights: lessons learned and trends to watch in 2025
As the market reflects on a tumultuous 2024, Michelle May, founder and principal of Michelle May Buyers Agents in Sydney, shares her insights on the trends that shaped the year and what's to come in the new year.
First home buyers finding creative ways to enter the market despite rising costs
First home buyers are now saving less than half of what they were a year ago as the…
Commercial property market surges as investor confidence returns
Australia's commercial property market has shown resilience in 2024, with average sale prices increasing by seven per cent…
Property market rounds off Spring with auction frenzy
The Australian property market has closed out spring on a high note, with a surge in auction activity…
Affordability shifts towards the unit market
A shift towards unit living is gaining steam as house prices continue to surge across Australia's capital cities,…
Future Fund investment could help address our housing shortages
The HIA is urging the Future Fund to prioritise investment in new apartment construction to help address Australia’s…
City exodus: four in ten eye a move to regional Australia
Four in ten city residents are now considering a move to regional Australia, as new research reveals mounting…
‘Mum and Dad’ investors the key to affordable housing
Small-scale property investors could play a big role in addressing Australia's affordable housing crisis, according to new research.
NAR’s REACH program crowned top PropTech accelerator
The National Association of Realtors' (NAR) REACH technology growth program has been named PropTech Outlook's 2024 Accelerator of…
New home sales lift as market rebounds
New home sales jumped in October, with an 8.8 per cent increase compared to September, signalling a potential…
REINSW calls for clear expectations in planning reform
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has cautiously welcomed the state government's new Housing Delivery Authority.
Cathy Freeman and Dom Price to present at Ready25
REA Group has released the first speaker details for Ready25, the biggest property industry event of 2025, set…
Experts worried immigration is overwhelming housing supply
Australia's leading experts on housing are worried that Australia’s high levels of immigration are hurting housing affordability and…
Record property listings across capital cities
Capital city property buyers are being given the most choice in a decade, as new listings hit record…
New $900 million fund to boost construction productivity
The Federal Government has announced a significant new initiative aimed at addressing productivity challenges in the building and…
Property markets remain resilient despite high rates
Property markets across Australia continue to show remarkable resilience in the face of high interest rates, with several…
REA Group Excellence Awards winners announced
REA Group last night celebrated the best of the best in the property industry at its Annual Excellence…
Experts discuss the future of Australia’s Build-to-Rent market
BTR, a well-established asset class internationally, is still in its infancy in Australia.
Real estate agencies face hidden risks with overseas freelancers
Cybersecurity experts are warning Australian real estate agencies about the dangers of using overseas freelancers for outsourcing operations.
What is the commercial property outlook for 2025?
The top 7 predictions for Australian commercial property in 2025
Property investors shift focus to high-growth markets
Investment activity is showing strong signs of growth, despite concerns about investors exiting, according to new data.
Home building recovery underway across Australia except Sydney
A national recovery in home building is gaining momentum, but Sydney continues to lag behind other major markets.
Million-dollar suburbs with potential for growth
Propertybuyer and Hotspotting reveal Australia’s next million-dollar suburbs, spotlighting top areas with prime potential for long-term capital growth.
Buyers told to do their due dilligence this holidays
With the holidays fast approaching, buyers are being told to do their due diligence when it comes to…
Young buyers flock to suburbs undergoing urban renewal
Established suburbs that are experiencing urban renewal are becoming increasingly attractive to younger buyers, according to new research.
Regional locations continue to see solid growth
Queensland and Western Australia continue to be some of the strongest regional locations for growth, with experts predicting…
Tapping into SMSF property: a growing opportunity for agents
Australians have embraced Self Managed Super Funds property investing for greater control and better returns
More good news for tenants as vacancy rates rise
The rental market continues to show signs of easing with vacancy rates increasing from record lows, signalling a…
Australians put safety first when buying a house
Most Australians are willing to pay more to live in safer suburbs, with security becoming an increasingly important…
New legislation could offer fresh hope for renters
Over 50 per cent of Australian renters feel they have no choice but to rent, with many believing…
Construction delays spur industry changes to attract new talent and drive innovation
The time taken to build new homes and apartments has reached unprecedented levels, with new data revealing significant…
RBA holds rates steady: what it means for the real estate market
It came as no surprise: The RBA has held the official cash rate at 4.35% marking the eighth…
National rental market shows signs of easing
The rental market is showing signs of easing with more properties becoming available and prices dropping for the…