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Kylie DulhuntyNews RoomSeptember 11, 2023

National vacancy rate hits new low of 1.1 per cent

The national vacancy rate has hit a new low of just 1.1 per cent after recording its largest drop in more than a year in August.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 11, 2023

Housing affordability at the lowest level since 2008

Housing affordability continues to worsen across Australia with new data showing it now takes 45.9 per cent of a household's income to meet average loan requirements.

Kylie DulhuntyNews RoomSeptember 8, 2023

Build-to-rent set to take off in Australia

Australia’s build-to-rent sector is set to grow to 55,000 dedicated units by 2030, with growth set to mirror that of the UK from 2015 onwards.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 8, 2023

Still affordable opportunities for investors, as prices rise

Despite property prices rising substantially since 2020, there are still opportunities for investors to find good quality locations that are affordable.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 7, 2023

New listings in Sydney hit the highest level in 14 years

Sydney has experienced the biggest surge in new listings since 2009, with vendors rushing to the market as Spring selling season kicks off.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 6, 2023

Short-stay accommodation increase contributing to the rental crisis

A sharp increase in the number of homes being put up as short-term accommodation is adding to the ongoing rental crisis according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).

Rowan CrosbySeptember 6, 2023

Rising interest rates lead to poor mental health and increased stress

The impact of rising interest rates is taking a huge toll on borrowers, with 75 per cent of mortgage holders negatively impacted in their personal lives.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 6, 2023

Rise in new businesses to drive demand for commercial property

The number of new businesses getting started is increasing and it will likely lead to rising demand for commercial property according to an expert.

Kylie DulhuntySeptember 5, 2023

Reserve Bank keeps interest rates on hold for third consecutive month

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold for a third consecutive month as it seeks to gain more clarity on the nation’s economic outlook.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 5, 2023

“Buyers are back”, as higher prices boost confidence

The likelihood that rate hikes have ended and rising prices, has seen buyers return to the market according to a new report.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 5, 2023

Domain’s updated app to create more engaged buyers

Domain’s recently updated app aims to help boost buyer engagement and make life easier for sales agents.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 4, 2023

Housing affordability hits the worst level in three decades

The great Australian dream of home ownership is becoming a nightmare for many families, with new data showing that median-income earners can afford just 13 per cent of homes across the country.

Kylie DulhuntySeptember 4, 2023

Financial strain: 15 per cent of homeowners fear selling amidst rising costs

Distressed property sales could be on the rise according to new research which shows 15 per cent of homeowners are worried they might have to sell their property due to the rising cost of living.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 4, 2023

QLD and WA suburbs continue to outperform

The property market across the country continues to look increasingly positive, with an expert tipping more growth is still ahead for many areas.

Kylie DulhuntySeptember 1, 2023

New listings off to a strong start this spring

The spring selling season appears to have started early with new listings growing 9.4 per cent across Australia in August.

Kylie DulhuntySeptember 1, 2023

Has the interest rate rising cycle run its course?

Two-thirds of experts believe interest rates have peaked, while 97 per cent say the Reserve Bank of Australia will keep the cash rate steady at the next meeting.

Rowan CrosbySeptember 1, 2023

Property prices have bounced again in August

Spring selling season has arrived and property prices are continuing to heat up, with new data showing that values jumped 0.28 per cent in August.

Kylie DulhuntyAugust 31, 2023

The suburbs where owners hold homes more than 20 years

Clarinda, in Melbourne’s south-east, has been named the country’s most tightly held suburb for houses, with homeowners holding onto their properties for an average 24.4 years.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 31, 2023

Three reasons rent growth could slow in 2024

There could be some relief on the way for struggling renters, with rental growth likely to start slowing down according to an expert.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 31, 2023

Sydney’s luxury rental growth surges 13.1 per cent

Demand for Sydney luxury property has continued to surge with new data showing that rents have increased 13.1 per cent over 12 months.

News RoomPromoted ContentAugust 31, 2023

@realty sold $2.59 billion in property last financial year

Despite rate rises and economic challenges, @realty has reported robust results in its End of Financial Year (EOFY) review.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 31, 2023

PEXA acquires environmental analytics company Land Insight

Digital property settlements platform PEXA Group is expanding their offering after acquiring environmental analytics company Land Insight.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 30, 2023

REIA calls for more to be done to help ease rental crisis

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is calling for an all-encompassing approach to deliver more homes and better conditions for renters to help ease the current rental crisis.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 30, 2023

Strong yields on offer in new home markets

Investors looking to buy new house and land are able to achieve yields of more than 7 per cent, thanks to the ongoing shortage of housing according to a new report.

Rowan CrosbyAugust 28, 2023

Strata managers struggling with verbal abuse and long hours

Strata managers are increasingly facing difficult working conditions, with nearly two-thirds facing verbal abuse from both owners and tenants on top of long hours.

Kylie DulhuntyAugust 28, 2023

MyBrix set to shake up property finance

A peer-to-peer platform that enables buyers to fund and invest in Australian real estate is set to launch next month, promising no interest and no repayments for homeowners.

Kylie DulhuntyAugust 26, 2023

The Agency increases market share and poised for more growth in 2024

The Agency sold more homes in the 2023 financial year despite national market transactions dropping more than 20 per cent, according to the group’s newly released financial and operational update.

Kylie DulhuntyAugust 25, 2023

‘Retiring renters’: Australia’s future crisis as home ownership falls 18 per cent for young adults

Home ownership rates have fallen almost 20 per cent in the past 40 years, with further headwinds propelling Australia towards a growing population of “retiring renters”, according to the REIA.