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Housing Value Skyrockets
Australia’s property market has set another record, with the total value of the nation’s housing stock rising by more than $200 billion in the past three months to reach $11.6 trillion. Figures from
Australia’s property market has set another record, with the total value of the nation’s housing stock rising by more than $200 billion in the past three months to reach $11.6 trillion. Figures from
Buying commercial property with a self managed super fund (SMSF) can be a strong long-term strategy, but it also comes with significant responsibilities. SMSFs are tightly regulated, and trustees are
Fresh stock is coming onto the market ahead of the spring selling season, with SQM Research reporting a 5.2% rise in property listings during August. While this gives buyers more choice, listings remain 4.2%
Australia’s student accommodation sector is poised for significant expansion, with the Urbis Student Accommodation Benchmarks forecasting a pipeline of 144,300 beds by 2027. This surge is seen as a win for both students
Affordability challenges remain, but first-home buyers are finding ways to enter the market. The PropTrack CommBank First-Home Buyer Report 2025 highlights growing activity in more affordable areas and among buyers opting for
Regional Australia continues to attract new residents, even as migration momentum eases. The June 2025 Regional Movers Index shows movement from capital cities into the regions dropped by 19.3% in the quarter, the
Australia’s property market has now delivered eight straight months of price growth, pushing dwelling values to fresh record highs. The latest PropTrack data shows national house prices rose by 0.5% in August, bringing the
While price growth has been headline news, renters are facing their own challenges. A new CBRE outlook forecasts that by 2030, 92% of two-bedroom apartments in capital cities will be renting for more than $700
Underlying all of this is a labour challenge. The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has warned that Australia needs an additional 83,000 skilled workers across the top 12 residential trades to keep up with demand.
Despite affordability pressures, auction markets are heating up. The winter auction season ended strongly, with clearance rates and volumes rising across the capitals. According to Cotality, 2,251 properties went to auction
For many Australians, a self managed superannuation fund (SMSF) isn’t just a retirement vehicle — it’s also a pathway into direct property ownership. While most SMSF discussions focus on residential
Brisbane’s inner-city unit market has long been a focal point for investors, downsizers, and young professionals. With lifestyle amenities, strong infrastructure, and proximity to major employment hubs, demand for apartments