Michael is a director of Metropole Property Strategists who create wealth for their clients through independent, unbiased property advice and advocacy. He's been voted Australia's leading property investment adviser and his opinions are regularly featured in the media.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned investor, or just someone who loves to dream about their next home, there’s no shortage of stories, stats, and predictions to explore. Recently, we’ve seen some intriguing shifts in Melbourne’s housing dynamics that are worth a closer look. So, what’s been happening? Let’s start with the basics. Melbourne’sRead More
Starting 1 May, a new standardised tenancy application form is set to take centre stage in Queensland, but not everyone’s giving it a warm welcome. The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has been ringing alarm bells, warning that the form might be more hindrance than help for rental applicants. The new form, part ofRead More
![Brisbane Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025](https://cdn.metropole.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/47-brisbane-suburb.jpg)
Brisbane’s housing market continues its impressive run, marking its 26th consecutive month of growth in March 2025. However, recent trends suggest the pace of value increases is moderating, influenced by affordability constraints and shifting market dynamics. Brisbane home values showed consistent yet slowing growth: Despite the positive trajectory, the current quarterly growth rate is significantlyRead More
![Sydney Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025](https://cdn.metropole.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/sydney.jpg)
Sydney’s property market has shown clear signs of recovery over recent months, driven largely by improving sentiment and a gradual easing of interest rates. According to CoreLogic’s latest data for April 2025, the city’s housing market is experiencing cautious optimism. After experiencing a decline of 2.2% from October 2024 to January 2025, Sydney housing valuesRead More
![Melbourne Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025](https://cdn.metropole.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/melb2.jpg)
Melbourne’s housing market is showing clear signs of recovery after an extended downturn period that began following its peak in March 2022. Recent data from CoreLogic reveals steady improvements in market conditions, driven by supportive economic factors and shifting buyer sentiment. Melbourne’s home values have been trending upwards for the past two months, indicating renewedRead More
