New lending data shows that First Home Buyer (FHB) activity has stagnated, with only a 0.2% increase in new FHB loans over the past year. The Money.com.au First Home Buyer Mortgage Insights Report recorded 123,363 loans in the
Western Australia has once again been crowned the nation’s top-performing economy, taking first place on the CommSec State of the States leaderboard for the fifth consecutive quarter. The state excelled in four of eight
Australia’s property market continues its impressive evolution, with the steady rise in home values pushing an increasing number of suburbs into the million-dollar median category. According to new data from Cotality, one in
Even as new taxes and tighter regulations reshape the property landscape, foreign investors continue to show confidence in Australia’s real estate market — particularly in Victoria, which remains the most active state for
(Whether You’re Value-Adding or Set-and-Forget) Queensland’s neighbourhood centres—think small, convenience-anchored retail strips serving a 5–10 minute drive time—sit in a sweet spot for private investors. They’re typically anchored by “daily
The number of new homes completed in the past quarter has dropped substantially, signaling challenges for Australia’s housing supply. According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figures, new dwellings
Investor activity in the Australian property market has reached an eight-year high, with approximately one in seven Australians now owning a rental property. The latest REA PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor
Demand for property in Australia’s regional areas remains robust, with new data from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) identifying the shift from city to country as a sustained and growing
Although the average time it takes to sell a house has increased slightly, properties continue to sell quickly in many Australian markets. Data from Cotality shows that the national average
Auction clearance rates across Australia’s major cities have surged to a four-week high, reflecting increased market activity. Last week, the preliminary clearance rate reached 73.8% after 2,662 homes were auctioned,
Perched in the lush hinterland overlooking the coast, Buderim is one of those rare places that manages to blend old-town charm with modern convenience. It’s where rainforest meets beach life, where community
Here’s What You Need to Know. It’s a question I’m asked almost weekly: “Murray, should I invest on the Sunshine Coast or in Brisbane?” The truth is, both are strong contenders
