Insight

It’s been a solid six months of gains in Australia’s housing market, and July was no exception, with values climbing 0.6% nationally, according to the Cotality Home Value Index for July. But zooming in on Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane reveals some sharp contrasts in the pace – and sentiment – of growth. Sydney continues toRead More

With the latest Consumer Price Index revealing a modest rise of 2.1% annually – Australia’s lowest since early 2021 – the tide might be turning for homebuyers and investors alike. For those sitting on the fence, this cooling inflation opens a window to act strategically. While electricity prices spiked this quarter due to the fadingRead More

Sydney’s property market might be seeing fewer new listings, but that doesn’t mean opportunity is off the table – in fact, it’s quite the opposite. PropTrack’s June 2025 data revealed a 13% drop in new listings across Sydney this month, and levels are 5.2% lower than this time last year. Interestingly, total listings have climbedRead More

Let’s face it – construction never stands still. And while the latest numbers from Cotality show a slight uptick in costs across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, it’s far from cause for concern. In fact, many of us in the industry see it as a chance to sharpen operations, refine build strategies, and lean into opportunity.Read More

For homebuyers and savvy investors alike, the latest insights from Cotality offer a fascinating look into the value of location – especially when it comes to school catchments. In Sydney and Melbourne, families are paying premiums of up to $1.3 million to secure properties inside top public school zones. That might sound steep, but here’sRead More