Insight

If you’ve been house-hunting in Melbourne and felt like the price guide didn’t match the final sale price, you’re not alone – and Consumer Affairs Victoria is stepping in. New guidelines have just been released to tighten how agents select comparable sales when estimating a property’s selling price. Under Victoria’s underquoting laws, agents must alreadyRead More

If you’re an investor or homebuilder eyeing Sydney, now’s the time to lean in. The passage of the NSW Planning System Reforms Bill 2025 is more than just a policy win – it’s a potential game-changer for how we deliver housing in this city. For too long, the planning process has been a maze ofRead More

If you’re a property investor in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, the latest lending data from the ABS should catch your attention. Investment loan activity surged 13.6% in the September quarter, reaching 57,624 new approvals – the highest since early 2022. That’s not just a rebound; it’s a clear signal that investor confidence is back. What’sRead More

SQM Research’s latest vacancy rate data confirms what many investors are feeling on the ground – rental markets in our major capitals remain tight, but subtle shifts are emerging. In Sydney, the vacancy rate held at 1.3% – steady, but still reflective of strong tenant demand. While rent growth eased slightly, house rents are averagingRead More

Sydney’s property market has reached a new milestone, with the median house price now sitting at $1.62 million. That’s a rise of $120,000 in just a year, according to PropTrack’s October Home Price Index. While that figure might seem steep, it’s also a sign of strong market momentum – and for homebuyers and investors inRead More