Shares vs. property – Why bricks and mortar are as safe as houses

Shares vs. property – Why bricks and mortar are as safe as houses

Insight

Shares versus property – it’s the age-old debate that keeps some investors awake at night and especially at the moment with US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs causing chaos on stock markets around the globe. Time will tell what the damage will ultimately be on stock prices here and overseas. However, some recent research fromRead More

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Melbourne market moment: Modest growth and affordable opportunities

Melbourne market moment: Modest growth and affordable opportunities

Insight

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

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Navigating new rental application challenges in Queensland

Navigating new rental application challenges in Queensland

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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

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Brisbane Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025

Brisbane Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025

Brisbane, Insight

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

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Sydney Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025

Sydney Housing Market Update [video] | April 2025

Insight, Sydney

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

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