VIC Real Estate News
Real estate news and market updates for Victoria. Industry developments, sales results, and insights for VIC property professionals.
Todd McKenney buys $2m Fitzroy warehouse conversion
Stage and screen performer Todd McKenney has made a big lifestyle change, purchasing a $2.035 million warehouse conversion in Melbourne's trendy Fitzroy after selling his Sydney home.
Victoria leads Australia’s population growth as housing shortfall looms
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows Australia’s population grew by 484,000 people (1.8%) in…
REIV calls for tax reform to boost Victoria’s housing supply
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is urging the Victorian Government to implement property tax reforms to…
Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations
International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.
Victoria strengthens renter rights with new laws
Victoria has passed new laws strengthening renter protections, including a complete ban on ‘no reason’ evictions.
Charles Callis joins Besser & Co
Respected agent Charles Callis has joined Besser and Co, bringing over a decade of industry experience to the…
Victoria aims to become “townhouse capital” with planning reforms
Victoria is set to streamline the approval process for medium-density housing with Premier Jacinta Allan introducing a new…
Agents warned about social media rental scams
A wave of rental scams are targeting renters through social networking sites, with prospective tenants being urged to…
Victorian short-stay tax hitting domestic violence victims in emergency accommodation
Domestic violence survivors seeking emergency shelter through Airbnb are being charged Victoria’s new short-stay tax, prompting urgent calls…
Harry Singh: creating success with authenticity in Melbourne’s west
Harry Singh has built a successful career with Area Specialist in Melbourne's west
Experienced agent follows in father’s footsteps to open RWC MC
Leading commercial real estate agent Ted Dwyer is taking the next step in his real estate journey with…
A new era of excellence in Melbourne’s Bayside
The powerhouse team behind Ray White Cheltenham and Mordialloc are thrilled to announce the opening of their third…
Sarah McCallum: taking control of your business
Making the transition from a franchise to running her own business was a watershed moment for Sarah McCallum,…
First home buyers flock to Victoria as ‘rentvesting’ gains momentum
First home buyer loan activity is surging across Australia, with Victoria emerging as the nation's leading destination for…
The view from the Hills: how Chris and Candice Hill made it to the top
"Much like a successful marriage, running a thriving business requires a partner who is trustworthy, hardworking, and brilliant."
Mitchy Koper and Matthew Bell join Oliver Hume
Property services and funds management group Oliver Hume has expanded and enhanced its marketing and research teams with…
Caroline Springs Office Joins Barry Plant
After starting as an independent office in 2003 and then becoming part of a major network in 2015,…
Laura Voinea: quality over quantity
Noble Park and Keysborough agent Laura Voinea has built her real estate career on a simple philosophy -…
Vanessa Jeans returns home to Ray White
Ray White has announced the return of Vanessa Jeans as Head of People for Ray White Victoria and…
Callum Donders: becoming a top agent at 25
When Callum Donders graduated from university during COVID with a marketing degree, he never imagined he'd become one…
REIV has concerns about Victoria’s new rental reforms
The Victorian Government has unveiled sweeping new rental reforms to protect tenants, including stricter rules on rent increases,…
Six reasons why Queensland has soared past Victoria to become an investor paradise
Queensland has stormed past Victoria to become the second-largest property investor market in Australia, trailing only New South…
Leo Widjaja: building success through genuine connections
Leo Widjaja never imagined a chance meeting at a diving course would lead to a successful career in…
Adam Fiteni appointed CEO of Harcourts Victoria
Former BDM and Corporate Auctioneer Adam Fiteni has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer of Harcourts…
Victoria bans no-fault evictions
Victorian landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without valid reasons as part of sweeping reforms…
Victoria’s regional social housing boost
In a move to tackle Victoria’s housing crisis, the state government has unveiled a new breakdown of its…
Ruby Vo: From property management to sales success
Ruby Vo's journey in real estate began in 2010 when she started as a property manager.
From commission houses to Melbourne’s best-selling agent under 30
From growing up in a commission home to being named in the Herald Sun’s Best-Selling Agents Under 30…
Victorian government to release record amount of land for housing
The Victorian government is preparing to announce the largest release of land for housing in the state's history,…
Stamp duty slashed for off-the-plan property purchases in Victoria
The Victorian government has announced a significant reduction in stamp duty for off-the-plan apartments, units and townhouses in…
Jack Gilchrist: putting the community first
When Jack Gilchrist started in real estate, he never imagined he'd become one of the top agents in…
Opposition vows to scrap Victoria’s controversial ‘Airbnb tax’
The Victorian Opposition has pledged to repeal the state's contentious Short Stay Levy Bill if elected in 2026,…
Victorian rental market sees over 10% increase in 2024
The latest data from the Homes Victoria June Quarter 2024 Rental Report reveals a sharp increase in rental…
Sandra and Vincent Haupt: embracing freedom and balance with @realty
In 2017, after 15 years of running their own successful real estate company, Sandra and Vincent Haupt decided…
Nutrien Harcourts: meeting regional Australia’s real estate needs
Nutrien Harcourts is dedicated to serving regional and rural communities across Australia, with a particular focus on rural…