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Government considers changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax
The federal government is exploring potential modifications to negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions, a move that could significantly impact the upcoming federal election.
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realestate.com.au new ‘NextGen Listing’ inspires deeper discovery and connection
realestate.com.au is set to launch the next generation of its property listing experience, with images at the core of the first round of enhancements.
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Innovation and focus on workplace culture drive the future of property management
The property management industry is seeing a rapid transformation, driven by rising revenues and new technology adoption, according to new research.
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Low-income Australians priced out of rental market nationwide
A new report reveals that Australians on the lowest incomes are facing severe rental stress across the country, despite recent increases in government payments.
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RBA: No relief with interest rates unchanged
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept interest rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive meeting, maintaining the cash rate at 4.35%.
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Jellis Craig introduces new real-time vendor platform
Melbourne real estate group Jellis Craig has launched a new digital platform that it hopes will redefine transparency in sales campaigns.
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Domain launches Spring campaign to empower agents and guide buyers
Real estate platform Domain has unveiled its new Spring campaign, focusing on the trade-offs Australians face when choosing a home.
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Nicole Jacobs joins Cohen Handler as Managing Director for Victoria
Leading Melbourne buyers advocate Nicole Jacobs has partnered with Cohen Handler to lead its Victorian operations.
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Housing affordability reaches worst level on record
Housing affordability in Australia has deteriorated to its poorest level since records began, according to a new report.
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Affordable options still available for buyers with a small deposit
Despite rising property prices, there’s still hope out there from buyers with a deposit under $100,000.
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Population growth outpaces housing supply
Australia's population has hit 27 million, growing at a pace that is outstripping new housing supply, according to the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
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Buyers take the lead as listings surge
Buyers are back in the driver's seat with surging property listings across the country providing more opportunities and reduced competition.
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Housing affordability measures fail to capture true costs
Current housing affordability measures are not accurately reflecting the real housing costs for lower-income households, according to new research.
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Industry wants more houses, not student caps
The government needs to do more than just cap international student numbers to deal with the housing crisis according to the industry.
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Proposed tax reforms would make negative gearing only available to some investors
A new report from RMIT University suggests using Australia's tax system to incentivise property investors to improve conditions for private renters.
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Markets predicting four rate cuts next year
Financial markets are pricing in four interest rate cuts in 2025, potentially bringing some relief to struggling Australian mortgage holders.
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Leaders need to master the art of saying “no”
Effective leadership involves knowing when to say "no" and empowering your team members.
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Auction markets show signs of cooling, but not everywhere
The auction market is showing signs of a slowdown, but there continues to be a big difference across the major capital cities.
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More needed from Government to fix housing
Australia's housing crisis requires immediate and coordinated action from all levels of government, according to industry experts.
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Investors flee rental market amid rising costs and new taxes
Property investors are abandoning the rental market in droves, with new data showing a significant increase in investment property sales over the past year.
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Mixed Fortunes for Australia and New Zealand Property Markets as Suburb Values Weaken
Recent data from CoreLogic and insights from property experts reveal a mixed picture for both the Australian and New Zealand property markets, with significant variations in value trends across suburbs.
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Majority of Australians want house prices to fall
Most Australians want to see house prices decrease over the next five years, according to new polling data.
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National vacancy rate drops to 1.39 per cent
Australia's rental market tightened last month, with the national vacancy rate falling to 1.39 per cent in August, according to new data.
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You can’t rely on technology alone for property purchases
The industry is urging buyers not to overlook the importance of physical property inspections, despite advancements in AI.
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Home Guarantee Scheme supporting regional Australians, women and young buyers
The Federal Government's Home Guarantee Scheme has made a significant impact in helping key demographics, particularly regional Australians, women, and younger buyers, secure home ownership.
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Belinda Sinclair: How Domain’s latest property innovation is driving listing enquiries
Automation is a concept that continues to grow in the property space - from integrated smart homes to AI tools that analyse data.
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Housing shortfall grows as Australia misses National Housing Accord target
Australia is set to fall short of its National Housing Accord target by over 166,000 homes, according to new forecasts from the industry.
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Spring selling season kicks off strongly
The first weekend of Spring selling has started strongly with active buyers driving up clearance rates right around the country.
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Housing affordability hits record low
Housing affordability in Australia has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly three decades, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
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The Beauty Premium: how real estate agents are boosting sales with style
In real estate, it’s not just about knowledge and negotiation skills—your appearance could be your secret weapon.
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RBA warns interest rates to remain high as inflation persists
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock has warned that interest rates will remain elevated for an extended period to combat persistent inflation.
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Rental crisis persists despite slowing rental growth
Australia's rental crisis remains severe despite a modest easing in rent increases in some areas, according to new data.
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Planning systems failing regional Australia
Regional Australia is facing a severe housing crisis as planning systems struggle to keep up with demand, according to industry experts.
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Mortgage stress hits record high as 1.4 million Australians struggle
New research from Finder paints a concerning picture for mortgage holders, with record levels of financial distress across the country.
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Nick Boyd appointed CEO of Belle Property
Nick Boyd has been named Chief Executive Officer of Belle Property, Hockingstuart and Acton | Belle Property, taking the reins from Peter Hanscomb.
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