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RBA examines the post-pandemic housing market
Property prices have increased, the construction industry is at capacity, and the average Australian household size has fallen throughout the course of the COVID pandemic. But will these trends continue into the foreseeable future?
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The highlights from AREC 2022 – Day 1
More than 4000 real estate professionals packed the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre yesterday for Day 1 of AREC 2022.
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Preliminary clearance rate rises on the back of auction surge
This week proved the busiest auction week since the pre-Easter spike, with 3229 properties going under the hammer across the combined capitals to record a preliminary clearance rate of 63.7 per cent.
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The East Coast’s most affordable and liveable suburbs
Sydney and Melbourne are becoming opportune markets for buyers with a growing list of affordable suburbs according to a new report.
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Australian home ownership rates lowest on record
The proportion of Australians who own their own home continues to sit at record low levels, new data has revealed.
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Auction numbers to bounce back after the Federal Election
Auction volumes are set to rise sharply this weekend following lower volumes last week as a result of the Federal election.
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Innovators join forces: Propps and Agents’Agency strike partnership
PropTech game changer Propps has joined forces with the Agents’Agency to empower the independent real estate network’s agents with its innovative digital offer management system, driving new efficiencies for its people while enhancing the buying and selling process for its customers.
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Cost of living pressures the leading concern for Australian voters
The cost of living, healthcare, and housing affordability are top of mind for Australians on the back of a Labor victory, according to new research.
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Foreign buyers behind half of 2022 commercial property investment
More than half of all commercial property sales in 2022 have been to overseas buyers according to new data from Ray White Commercial.
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AI lead generation proves its power in regional areas
Concerns over whether Ai technology could work in regional areas are very common across real estate agencies doing business there.
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Demand for industrial space sees vacancy rate hit 10-year low
Industrial and logistics properties across the east coast of Australia are seeing record demand with vacancy rates now at a decade low.
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Federal Election puts a dampener on auctions
With the nation heading to the polls for a Federal Election at the weekend, both the auction volumes and the preliminary clearance rate felt the effect, slumping to the lowest success rate of the year. CoreLogic reported auction activity was down across all capitals, except Perth, with just 1676 properties going under the hammer in the combined capitals to record…
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Rising construction costs to weigh on builders and home buyers: HTW
Rising construction costs are ongoing labour shortages are putting increasing pressure on builders and new home buyers, according to the latest Herron Todd White (HTW) Month in Review.
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Tight rental conditions forcing rents higher
Tight rental conditions across the country will likely see rents continue to surge in a number of locations according to new analysis.
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Property flipping getting tougher as interest rates and building costs rise
Flipping property has been a solid investment strategy over the past 18 months, however, a leading buyers agent warns there are now additional risks that could make the practice less profitable.
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Headhunter-style solution for rental applications
Inspect Real Estate has released a new innovation in leasing, and already it's producing results for agents.
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Set and forget commercial assets in high demand
The appeal of "set and forget" commercial assets remains incredibly high with a leading expert suggesting investors should consider specific assets such as data centres, childcare centres and fast food retailers in the current market.
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Property price growth slows across regional Australia
Property prices across regional Australia are finally starting to show signs of easing after a record run of growth according to new data.
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Rising rents put pressure on desperate tenants
Tenants battling soaring rents and tight vacancy rates have turned to "desperate measures" in the struggle to find a home, while property managers are faced with testing conditions.
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Eview Group rebrands as Agents’Agency
Fifteen years after commencing as a single agency in Victoria, the Eview Group is set to embrace a new look and name as the network continues its rapid expansion across Australia.
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Auction clearance rate falls for fourth consecutive week
The preliminary clearance rate continues to trend lower after auction volumes rose 38 per cent this week to see 2847 homes taken to auction across the combined capital cities.
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New listings drop during a disrupted April
Listings eased off during April as vendors hit the pause on sales campaigns with the Easter and Anzac Day public holidays causing interruptions, according to new data.
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Integrated Rex products to help create clients for life
Rex clients will soon have access to a broader real estate eco-system, with the company announcing the integration of its existing products, along with some new additions set to arrive later this year.
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O*NO Legal offers first month of membership for just $1
Real estate industry clients are seeking more one-on-one support and increased accountability, according to O*NO Legal founder Kristen Porter.
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Buyer’s agent says keep interest rate rise in perspective
The headlines may be screaming doom and gloom, but one buyer’s agent says rising interest rates aren’t all bad news and purchasers need to keep things in perspective.
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Culture, Innovation, Strategy: Scale up your business at Elite Retreat
Elite Agent has announced its inaugural, luxury retreat aimed at equipping agents with the knowledge and strategies to create measurable change in their business and take the leadership position in their market.
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The Queensland mansion where Johnny Depp and Amber Heard stayed is for sale
The QLD property made famous when Johnny Depp and Amber Heard smuggled in their two Yorkshire terriers, Pistol and Boo, is back in the news thanks to the current court proceedings
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Demand for property falls in April
Demand for property eased in April with views-per-listings and sales both lower according to new data.
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Nerida Conisbee: Why this year could be a much better one for first home buyers
The start of the pandemic was a popular time for first home buyers to get into the market.
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The Australian suburbs that are primed for price growth
Campbells Creek in regional Victoria could be ripe for property price growth, as one of a number of locations that are set to buck the trend of a cooling market.
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Rate hikes to impact borrow capacity
Rising interest rates could see average home buyers’ borrowing capacity fall by more than $150,000, according to new research.
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Australian office investment set to surge in 2022
Investment in the Australian office market is set to surge this year, according to the latest research from valuer Knight Frank.
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How the rate rise affected this week’s auctions
After the first rate rise in over a decade, auction volumes were down this week, with 2039 properties going under the hammer, resulting in a preliminary clearance rate of 64.7 per cent.
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REA Group delivers a strong Q3 performance
REA Group has posted a strong third-quarter earnings result, buoyed by a booming property market as listings continued their post-COVID-19 recovery.
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Homely announces strategic partnership with National Property Group
Homely.com.au continues to redefine the way people buy, sell, rent and list property, with the integration of comprehensive property data for agents and consumers.
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