National
Real estate news from across Australia – market shifts, regulatory changes, and industry developments that affect property professionals nationwide.
Hope on the horizon: Build-to-Rent legislation could ease pressure for renters
New research reveals that over 50 per cent of Australian renters feel they have no alternative but to rent.
REIA appoints Scott Rollason as CEO
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed Scott Rollason as their new chief executive officer.
New home approvals reach highest level since 2022
Australian housing construction is showing strong signs of recovery, with detached house approvals hitting their highest monthly level…
Will the RBA cut rates?
Record numbers of Australian homeowners are struggling with mortgage stress, but does that mean the RBA will be…
New building system promises new homes in 10 days
A revolutionary new construction system is promising to cut building times by nearly half, with the first Victorian…
Home prices hit a record high as Melbourne leads growth
Australian home prices have surged to new heights in October, marking the 22nd consecutive month of growth despite…
HomeBuilder fuelled inflation and the housing shortage
The $2.6 billion HomeBuilder stimulus during the pandemic helped fuel inflation and has contributed to a housing shortage…
Property market shows signs of cooling despite record prices
Property prices have reached new highs across multiple capital cities, however, experts suggest the market is shifting in…
Do ghosts impact house prices?
As Halloween approaches, Australia’s fascination with the paranormal takes centre stage, from ghostly tales to haunted locations scattered…
Rental market shows signs of easing despite continued challenges
The rental market is showing early signs of relief as price growth slows and supply increases, according to…
Why agents need to ramp up their social media game
Industry experts Steve Carroll and Melanie Hoole explain why authenticity, strategic content, and paid advertising are game-changers in…
Labor backs housing supply boost, steers clear of negative gearing reform
A new poll found respondents favoured land release for development over changes to negative gearing.
NSW reforms ramp up duplex development
NSW reforms ramp up duplex development The NSW government has introduced sweeping reforms to allow duplexes and semi-detached…
Affordable homes outperform as mortgage fatigue hits
Rising interest rates are driving a shift in the market, with affordable houses now experiencing stronger price growth…
Record land prices threaten housing targets
Land prices have hit record highs across the country as severe shortages continue to hamper the government's ambitious…
Queensland set to become the second-largest investor market
Queensland is poised to overtake Victoria as Australia's second-biggest property investor market, according to new data
Find out why November is statistically the best time to sell
Homeowners selling in November achieve higher prices.
Blue chip property surges higher
Blue chip property across the country is experiencing a significant upswing, with several suburbs hitting record-high prices in…
Build-to-Rent faces global challenges
The Build-to-Rent (BtR) sector in both the UK and Australia is playing an increasingly crucial role in addressing…
RBA reveals landlords absorb the bulk of interest rate hikes
Recent research by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has debunked the myth that landlords are passing on…
REIQ supports the Federal Government’s push for stamp duty reform
REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella: "Stamp duty presents a considerable barrier to those wanting to buy their first home."
Australia urged to adopt European style co-operative housing to address rental crisis
Australia’s worsening rental affordability crisis has prompted calls for the government to explore co-operative housing models, a proven…
Essential workers could get homes on crown land
A groundbreaking proposal to establish new housing on unused Crown land has united unlikely allies in the fight…
Couples turn to wedding guests for home deposits
A new wedding trend is emerging as couples are increasingly asking their guests to help contribute to their…
Auction clearance rates climb as buyer demand grows
On Saturday, 19 October 2024, Sydney recorded a clearance rate of 67% from 996 auctions listed.
Employment surge means RBA might not slash rates
Australia's job market continues to show resilience, with employment rising significantly in September, and taking the pressure off…
Maxwell Scott Raine inducted into FCA Hall of Fame
The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) has posthumously honoured Maxwell Scott Raine as the 2024 inductee into the…
Help on the way for first-home buyers
The Property Council of Australia is presenting policy ideas to the Government that will support homeownership for younger…
Renters and homeowners are feeling more confident
Consumer confidence held steady this week, as both renters and homeowners started to feel better about the state…
Rising costs and short-term rentals are reshaping the housing market
Over 70% Australians who rent do so because they simply cannot afford to buy a home - a…
Construction industry collapse tightens the screws on home buyers
The Aussie dream of home ownership could be under threat as the construction sector faces an unprecedented crisis,…
Auction market lifts as spring heats up
The Australian property market has seen a sharp uptick in activity as spring selling season gains momentum according…
Navigating the new Privacy Bill: what real estate agents and businesses need to know
Discover the 2024 Privacy Bill changes, penalties, and how agencies can avoid breaches. Stay compliant with new privacy…