There’s a quiet but powerful shift happening in the property markets of Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane – and it’s being led by first home buyers. Thanks to a suite of government incentives, more Australians are stepping into home ownership, and they’re doing it strategically, according to a recent update from Ray White chief economist NeridaRead More

As summer approaches, one feature is dominating renter wish-lists across Australia – and it’s not waterfront views or fancy finishes. It’s air-conditioning. Recent data from Domain shows air-conditioning is consistently one of the top five most-searched rental keywords in nearly every major city. In Adelaide, demand for air con surged by a staggering 751% year-on-year.Read More

Queensland’s property market continues to defy gravity, with prices rising across the board in the June quarter, according to the REIQ. But while headlines focus on record highs, there’s a deeper story here and it’s one that offers strategic opportunities for both homebuyers and investors. Statewide, house prices rose 3.66% to a median of $850,000,Read More

Victoria’s latest planning reforms aren’t seismic, but they do mark a meaningful shift for those looking to build or invest in residential property. Let’s start with the big one: backyard subdivisions and second dwellings are about to get a whole lot easier. The government’s move to fast-track approvals through the VicSmart system means processing timesRead More

The latest Cotality Pain & Gain report paints a fascinating picture of Australia’s property market – and if you’re a homebuyer or investor in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, there’s plenty to unpack. Let’s start with Brisbane. For the third consecutive quarter, it’s taken the crown as the most profitable capital city. A staggering 99.7% ofRead More