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Elections donโt actually impact the property market
Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.
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Rock icons and fine wine: Tallagandra Hill hits the market
A celebrity-favourite winery and events venue, which has hosted some of Australiaโs biggest music legends, is now on the market.
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Five years on: COVID-19โs lasting impact on Australiaโs housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australiaโs housing market remains strong, with national home values rising 38.4% since March 2020.
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Housing taxes now account for half the cost of a new home
Government taxes and charges on new housing have doubled in some Australian cities over the past five years, with new homebuyers now spending up to 15 years of their mortgage just paying off these costs.
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New homes require smaller mortgages in five states
Homebuyers in five Australian states are taking out smaller mortgages for new homes than for established properties, challenging the notion that new builds always come with premium price tags.
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BDM Summit & PM Summit 2025 โ How Two Industry Leaders Created the Events That Changed the Game
When Sarah Cincotta, founder of RISE with Sarah Cincotta, and Hermione Gardiner, founder of Sidekick Coaching and Consulting, started their careers in property management, they quickly noticed a recurring patternโBDMs were expected to generate leads and convert landlords with little guidance, while PMs juggled retention, client relationships, and mounting workloads in an increasingly competitive market. Both spent years refining their…
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Property market gains momentum as new listings spike in February
Australiaโs property market showed renewed momentum in February, with new listings rising across major capital cities and auction clearance rates improving, according to the latest data from Domain. New supply reached a four-month high, marking the second-highest February level on record.
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REACH Australia & New Zealand unveils 2025 cohort: six trailblazing companies set to transform real estate
Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of REALTORSยฎ (NAR), proudly announces the 2025 REACH Australia and New Zealand program, featuring six innovative companies poised to revolutionise the real estate industry.
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High-end property markets signal broader recovery ahead
Australia's premium property markets are showing strong signs of recovery, potentially signaling a broader market turnaround according to recent data.
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Rental affordability hits record low across Australia
Rental affordability in Australia has deteriorated to its worst level since records began in 2008, with median-income households able to afford just over a third of available rentals.
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Sydney among world’s most expensive luxury property markets
Sydney has secured its position as one of the world's most expensive luxury property markets, ranking 11th globally according to a new report.
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New home approvals rise, signalling progress for housing supply
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level since December 2022, offering some positive news for the construction industry.
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Hope for housing affordability after RBA rate cut
Housing affordability in Australia might be at a record low, but the RBA rate cut suggests 2025 may bring welcome relief for both buyers and renters.
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Regional migration trend started well before COVID
More Australians are moving from capital cities to regional areas in a long-term trend that began well before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research.
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Coalition announces FIRB overhaul
A Dutton Government has pledged to establish a taskforce to reform the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB), Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has announced.
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Queensland set to usher in the next wave of million-dollar suburbs
Queensland has emerged as the leading state in Australia's next wave of million-dollar suburbs, claiming four of the top 10 spots according to new research.
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REA Group invests in rural property data platform Agtuary
REA Group has announced it will acquire a minority stake in Agtuary, a platform specialising in rural property and environmental data insights.
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Megan Kimpton returns to Barry Plant
Barry Plantโs growth team adds a familiar face as Megan Kimpton returns.
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Builders launch federal election campaign to address housing crisis
Master Builders Australia has launched its federal election campaign, demanding concrete action from all political parties to address Australia's housing crisis.ย
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Aussie homeownership dreams remain strong despite market pressures
A new LJ Hooker survey has revealed that despite soaring property prices and mortgage pressures, Australians remain committed to the dream of owning their own home. The findings highlight a continued belief in real estate as a solid investment, as well as the key home features buyers refuse to compromise on.
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China leads foreign investment in Australian real estate
Foreign investment in Australian residential real estate continues to show strength with China leading the way in approved residential property purchases.
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Buying a unit can shave nearly two years off first-home buyer savings time
First-home buyers in Australia can enter the property market nearly two years sooner by purchasing a unit instead of a house, according to Domainโs latest First Home Buyer Report.
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Olympic champion Grant Hackett lists luxurious Brighton mansion for up to $8.4m
Australian Olympic swimming legend Grant Hackett and his wife Sharlene have placed their luxury five-bedroom, five-bathroom Brighton home at 11 Rothesay Avenue on the market, with price expectations ranging from $7.95 million to $8.4 million.
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Productivity failures are holding Australia back, says report
Australiaโs housing affordability crisis is being worsened by three decades of declining productivity in home construction, with new research revealing that the sector is building homes at half the rate it did in 1995.
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Sir Robert Menziesโ historic Melbourne residence up for sale at $9 million
A landmark home once owned by Australiaโs longest-serving Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, has been listed for sale in Kew, Melbourne, with expectations of up to $9 million.
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US real estate giant makes $2.7b bid for Domain
A major shake-up is underway in Australia's property portal landscape as US-based CoStar Group has launched a $2.7 billion takeover bid for Domain, Australia's second-largest real estate platform.
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Rate cut provides modest relief as mortgage stress continues
The Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to cut the cash rate to 4.10 per cent offers some reprieve to struggling homeowners, but research suggests the reduction may not be enough to ease widespread financial pressure.
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Investor boom drives spike in home loans
Australia's home loan market has experienced significant growth in 2024, with investor lending leading the way and showing remarkable resilience amid changing market conditions.
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Regional markets show strength as capital cities slow
Regional property markets are showing remarkable resilience while capital cities face declining prices.
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Foreign buyers to be banned from purchasing existing homes
Labor has announced a two-year ban on foreign investors purchasing existing homes in Australia, mirroring a similar policy proposed by the Coalition last year, as part of broader efforts to improve housing affordability.
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RBA cuts interest rates to 4.1% – what does it mean for real estate?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered the cash rate to 4.10%, marking the first rate cut in years and offering potential relief for buyers, investors, and homeowners.
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More suburbs join the $2million and $3million clubs
A growing number of Australian suburbs have crossed the $2 million and $3 million median house price mark as strong price growth continues to push property values higher in blue chip markets.
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