7 key economic forces influencing Australia’s housing market in 2025
While the housing market is the largest single asset class in the country, valued at over $11 trillion, it is heavily influenced by broader economic trends. Here I look at the seven key economic indicators that will influence the housing market in 2025. 1. Inflation While headline inflation has reduced significantly, this is largely a […]
Investment hotspots: Australia’s hottest suburbs for savvy property investors revealed
Property experts nationwide have gathered for the third consecutive year to unveil the hottest suburbs, many of which are prime spots for investors. REA Group’s hot 100 suburbs for 2025 collated insights from industry leaders, including heads of major agencies, buyer’s agents, researchers, investors, academics, and PropTrack economists, to identify standout suburbs based on lifestyle, demographic, […]
Are Property Investors Buying or Selling Right Now?
Australia’s property market is witnessing a complex dance between property investors looking to buy and those looking to sell. In the wake of shifting market trends and government policies, new research by CoreLogic reveals that investor activity remains strong, with more investors buying than selling, despite challenges in some states like Victoria. According to Jim […]
Australia’s Property Market Reaches $11 Trillion Despite Slowing Growth
Australia’s residential property market has reached a remarkable milestone, with total values soaring to $11 trillion, marking a $900 billion increase over the past year. According to CoreLogic’s October Monthly Housing Chart Pack, this is the first time the property market has hit this staggering figure. However, the report also indicates that national home values […]
Australia’s Commercial Property Market Surges Amid Offshore Investment Boom
Australia’s commercial property market has experienced a significant uptick in activity, with the third quarter of 2024 marking a resurgence in deal-making, largely driven by foreign investors and domestic institutions. The latest figures, revealed by real estate agency JLL, show transactions hitting an impressive AUD6.2 billion, a 40% increase compared to the same period in […]
Is Now a Good Time to Buy Property in Australia?
With fluctuating property prices and increasing interest rates, potential homebuyers in Australia are wondering: is now the right time to make a move in the real estate market? According to the latest Residential Audience Pulse survey conducted by realestate.com.au in July, 34 percent of respondents believe now is a bad time to buy, a notable increase from […]
Q3 Commercial Property Market Gains Momentum, Surpassing Expectations
The commercial property market saw a remarkable surge in momentum during the third quarter of 2024, with transactions across office, retail, and industrial sectors totaling $6.2 billion, representing a 40% year-on-year increase. This rise was driven largely by offshore investors, domestic institutions, and private capital, as noted in a report by Rommel Lantayao. A standout […]
Affluent Australians Reap Major Benefits from Negative Gearing: What it Means for Housing Affordability
Australia’s housing market is in the spotlight again as the debate over negative gearing heats up, particularly regarding who benefits most from this policy. Cait Kelly’s recent article in The Guardian sheds light on how Australia’s wealthiest individuals are disproportionately reaping the rewards of negative gearing, while the country’s housing affordability worsens. According to data […]
Affordable Entry Points into Australia’s Premier Suburbs
In the realm of Australian real estate, the allure of luxury suburbs such as Bellevue Hill, Vaucluse, Bronte, Mosman, and Toorak is undeniable. Known for their opulent lifestyles, stunning locations, and beautiful vistas, these areas usually come with price tags only the wealthiest can afford. However, recent listings on Domain reveal that entry-level properties are […]
Australian Home Sellers Face World’s Highest Online Advertising Costs, Sparks Government Concern
In a recent expose by The Guardian Australia, the issue of Australians facing the highest costs in the world to advertise their homes for sale online has been brought to light, raising concerns at the government level. The investigation focuses on the dominant market position of the Murdoch-controlled REA Group, the entity behind realestate.com.au, and […]