Are we about to make it even harder for Australians to own a home? Just when you thought the path to homeownership couldn’t get any tougher, a new proposal from the Greens Party threatens to push that dream even further out of reach for many Australians. In a recent proposal, Adam Bandt, leader of the…
Have you ever caught yourself wondering why the property market seems to be either skyrocketing or plummeting? It feels like everyone’s either raving about booms or fretting over busts, right? Well, here’s the less dramatic truth: most of the time, the property market isn’t doing much at all; it’s just quietly ticking along. But don’t…
Our strong population growth and migration levels are clearly going to be mentioned frequently in the upcoming election campaign. The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows how we’re spreading out and filling up spaces across the nation. Last financial year Australia’s capital cities collectively grew by 427,800 people, marking a 2.4% increase,…
In property investment, we talk a lot about location, scarcity, infrastructure, and lifestyle appeal. But there’s one factor that rarely makes it to the front page of feasibility studies — noise. And yet, mounting evidence suggests that excessive environmental noise isn’t just annoying, it’s measurably reducing property values, undermining rental performance, and even impacting public…
There’s no sugar-coating it—Australia is facing a housing crisis. It’s not just a headline or a political soundbite. It’s a daily reality for buyers, renters, builders, and yes, investors too. Our population is growing rapidly, but our housing stock simply isn’t keeping up. Demand continues to outpace supply, affordability is under pressure, and our building…
Owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone of the great Australian dream. For many, it’s not just about securing a place to live, it’s a symbol of financial stability, success, and a ticket to long-term wealth. But as property prices have skyrocketed, outpacing inflation and wage growth, homeownership has become increasingly difficult to…
Did you know that more than 80 per cent of Australia’s houses have less than half the energy efficiency rating of homes built to today’s standards? That’s a staggering statistic, but it also highlights a growing issue for homeowners and property investors alike. With rising energy costs and increasing environmental awareness, buyers are now seeking…
Australia’s housing affordability has become an increasingly pressing issue, that will surely remain in the news as the federal election looms. Recent data highlighted the significant challenges facing prospective home buyers. In early 2024, the median house price surged to 8.6 times the median gross disposable household income, a significant increase from 4.9 times in…
Australia’s housing shortage has reached critical levels with a deficit of over 200,000, and the gap between supply and demand in the housing market is only widening. A recent analysis by independent economist Tarric Brooker sheds light on just how severe the problem has become. On X (formerly Twitter), Brooker provides a realistic picture of…
This Christmas, many Australians won’t just be decorating their homes—they’ll be struggling to keep them. New research commissioned by Master Builders Australia, reveals the staggering depth of Australia’s worsening housing crisis. Among 1,600 voters surveyed, 90% believe it’s difficult to afford to buy or rent property, while 85% agree there is a shortage of housing….
