For homebuyers and savvy investors alike, the latest insights from Cotality offer a fascinating look into the value of location – especially when it comes to school catchments. In Sydney and Melbourne, families are paying premiums of up to $1.3 million to secure properties inside top public school zones. That might sound steep, but here’s…
Australia’s housing market has kicked into a higher gear, and this time, it’s not just a few cities leading the charge. Across the nation, property values are climbing at a pace we haven’t seen in years, with houses and units both breaking records. According to Dr Nicola Powell, Domain’s Chief of Research and Economics: “Australia’s…
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…
Have you ever considered jumping into the latest property market hotspot to “make a killing” or whether it might actually be a misstep? In my mind, this popular strategy might not be as golden as it seems. Over the years the wealth strategists at Metropole have always recommended the type of property investment strategy that…
One of the most common questions I get asked is “When should I buy my next (or first) investment property?” But that question is pretty much like asking “How long is a piece of string?” There are a lot of variables to consider. It’s true, being a savvy investor is about timing. However, instead of…
Are you planning to sell your home this year? I bet you want the best price you can get, bit it’s no easy task to set the price for your home, which is probably your most valuable asset. It is likely you will think your home is worth a mint and the estate agent will…
Spring has always been the season that reinvigorates Australia’s property markets. It’s the time of year when listings surge, buyers come out in force, and competition intensifies. But beyond the headlines, spring also reveals something far more telling: what Australians are actually searching for in a home. And this year, Domain’s data shows that buyers…
For decades, the biggest stumbling block for first-home buyers hasn’t been affording the mortgage; it’s been scraping together the deposit. In fact, many households faced the sobering reality of saving for close to a decade before they could even put their foot on the property ladder. But since October 1, a major expansion of the…
National home prices rose 0.5% in September, extending the upswing to a ninth straight month and lifting values 6.2% higher than a year ago, according to PropTrack. PropTrack data shows that the housing market remains on a firm upward trajectory this spring selling season. National home prices rose 0.5% in September, extending the upswing to…
The government wants to build 1.2 million new homes by 2029. That’s ambitious. It sounds impressive. And frankly, it’s what we need – at least 240,000 new dwellings per year to bring our housing market back into balance. Valuers Charter Keck Cramer have broken down these figures to a state and territory level to understand…
