Insight

Australia’s housing supply has plunged to its lowest level in decades, according to the latest Property Pulse report from Cotality. The data reveals a stark imbalance between population growth and dwelling approvals, raising urgent questions about affordability. The report highlights a dramatic decline in new housing approvals, with current figures falling well below the long-termRead More

The Victoria rental market is evolving – and for property investors, that presents both challenges and opportunities. As highlighted in a recent editorial by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV), the ecosystem is under pressure, but there’s reason for optimism if we can restore balance and fairness for all involved. Since 2021, more thanRead More

A major policy shift in New South Wales could transform how housing projects are funded and delivered – marking a bold move to tackle stalled construction and accelerate supply. Announced as part of the 2025–26 State Budget, the new Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee is set to cut through one of the biggest headaches for developers: meetingRead More

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