Regulating short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb is unlikely to unlock more homes for long-term tenants, according to new research. A YouGov survey of Australian Airbnb hosts found 88% would
The housing pipeline continues to tighten, with land sales falling to their lowest level in a quarter of a century. The HIA–Totality Residential Land Report shows only 8,250 lots were
Despite constant headlines, interest rates aren’t the deciding factor for most Australians when it comes to buying or selling property. A survey by InfoTrack found 45% of buyers and sellers
First-home buyers are returning to the market in significant numbers, according to new data from Loan Market Group. In June, the number of new entrants jumped 36% year-on-year, with Victoria
Once a postcard-perfect holiday escape, the Sunshine Coast has become one of Australia’s most compelling property markets — fuelled by economic diversity, infrastructure investment, and strong population growth. For buyers
As Brisbane builds toward the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, few regions are attracting more attention — or capital growth — than the city’s Inner North. Well-established yet rapidly evolving,
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has urged governments to focus on boosting housing supply instead of altering investor tax policies. This follows a new report from the McKell Institute suggesting
Australia’s auction market has shown surprising resilience during the traditionally quieter winter months, with clearance rates remaining consistently strong. Data from Cotality shows that the preliminary national clearance rate has remained
New data has revealed the suburbs where properties are being snapped up at an incredible pace — sometimes faster than one per day. In Sydney, high-demand house markets include Blacktown,
Contrary to popular belief, international students are not a primary cause of rising rents, according to new analysis from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). The RBA’s research shows that even
Australia’s housing market has reached a fresh peak, with values climbing steadily across nearly all capital cities and regional centres throughout July. According to PropTrack, national dwelling prices rose
In today’s property landscape, the idea of investing beyond metro postcodes is no longer fringe — it’s smart. While capital city markets continue to feel the pressure of affordability and
