Nationally, housing affordability has deteriorated badly since the pandemic. Cotality data shows home values are up 46.8% in the past 5 years. The median dwelling value has gone from 6.4 times, to almost 8 times median household income. Median rent across Australia has reached $672 per week, with rent values up 43.8% in the past…
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As we head deeper into the spring selling season, the numbers are painting a clear picture of strong growth and intense demand. Let’s break down the key insights for Perth. Perth’s Property Values Continue to Climb Perth is once again at the forefront of home value growth among the major Australian capital cities. The momentum…
Most property investors are wondering when the next rate cut is coming. Since the latest CPI figures came in slightly higher than most economists expected, our 4 major banks to revise their cash rate forecasts. Three banks expect just one more cut in the cycle. Westpac is now the outlier, still forecasting three further cash…
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The spring selling season has well and truly sprung in Brisbane, and the latest data reveals our city is not just warming up; it’s running hot. As the broader Australian property market gathers impressive momentum, Brisbane has firmly positioned itself as a frontrunner, posting some of the strongest growth seen across the nation’s capitals. The…
Australia’s property markets are on the move again. After a period of fragmented property price growth and cautious sentiment, recent developments have brought momentum back into the picture. The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered three interest rate cuts this year lowering the official cash rate to around 3.6% — easing borrowing costs and sparking…
If you’re involved in a property transaction, you shouldn’t have to worry about scammers circling like sharks. Yet new research from PEXA has revealed something deeply concerning: 97% of Australians who recently bought or intend to buy a property failed to spot the warning signs of a settlement scam. Think about that. Almost everyone thinks…
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The latest data reveals a Sydney property market gathering momentum this spring. Home values have recorded their most significant quarterly jump in nearly two years, showcasing a resilient and strengthening market. However, for many, the dream of homeownership is becoming more challenging as affordability issues persist. In this month’s update, we’ll delve into the key…
There’s something about spring that breathes new life into the property market. As the weather warms and gardens come alive, so too does buyer and seller activity. And this year, the start of spring has truly delivered. According to Domain’s Market Insights report for September, auction clearance rates have climbed to their highest levels since…
Auction numbers surge over the past week, but clearance rates remained generally strong despite more choices for buyers and more competition for sellers. This weekend’s auction results around Australia: Capital City This Week Last Week Same Week Last Year Auctions Rate Auctions Rate Auctions Rate Sydney 1334 76.1% 1189 76.4% 996 71.3% Melbourne 1122 74.1%…
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The spring selling season is in full swing, and while headlines might be screaming about booming markets in other parts of the country, Melbourne is quietly and confidently carving its own path. The latest October 2025 housing market data from Cotality reveals a market that’s not about explosive sprints, but about a sustainable, steady marathon….
