Insight

A sharp drop in building approvals signals a looming supply crunch – and a prime moment for strategic property players. The latest ABS data shows dwelling approvals fell six per cent in August, with apartment approvals plunging over 33%. That’s a sharp drop in new supply, especially in New South Wales and Victoria, where approvalsRead More

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