INDUSTRY NEWS
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Record land prices threaten housing targets
Land prices have hit record highs across the country as severe shortages continue to hamper the government's ambitious housing targets.
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Queensland set to become the second-largest investor market
Queensland is poised to overtake Victoria as Australia's second-biggest property investor market, according to new data
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Find out why November is statistically the best time to sell
Homeowners selling in November achieve higher prices.
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Blue chip property surges higher
Blue chip property across the country is experiencing a significant upswing, with several suburbs hitting record-high prices in 2024.
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Victorian government to release record amount of land for housing
The Victorian government is preparing to announce the largest release of land for housing in the state's history, targeting Melbourne's outer suburbs to combat the ongoing housing crisis.
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RBA reveals landlords absorb the bulk of interest rate hikes
Recent research by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has debunked the myth that landlords are passing on increased mortgage costs to tenants, leading to unsustainable rent increases.
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Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino to step down
Mr Pellegrino will continue in his role for the next three to six months while Domain’s board searches for a replacement.
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Dutton’s $5 billion plan to solve housing crisis
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced a $5 billion Housing Infrastructure Program, aiming to fast-track the construction of up to 500,000 new homes if the Coalition wins the next federal election.
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Essential workers could get homes on crown land
A groundbreaking proposal to establish new housing on unused Crown land has united unlikely allies in the fight for affordable homes for essential workers.
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Couples turn to wedding guests for home deposits
A new wedding trend is emerging as couples are increasingly asking their guests to help contribute to their home deposit instead of traditional gifts.
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Stamp duty slashed for off-the-plan property purchases in Victoria
The Victorian government has announced a significant reduction in stamp duty for off-the-plan apartments, units and townhouses in a bid to stimulate the housing market and address the state's housing crisis.
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Auction clearance rates climb as buyer demand grows
On Saturday, 19 October 2024, Sydney recorded a clearance rate of 67% from 996 auctions listed.
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Erin’s mission to revolutionise the apartment experience
Erin’s app simplifies apartment living by integrating rent, maintenance, digital keys, and more, enhancing tenant experiences.
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US builders shift focus to condos and townhouses amid affordability crisis
Builders in the US are adapting to the ongoing housing affordability crisis by constructing more high-density homes according to new analysis.
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Employment surge means RBA might not slash rates
Australia's job market continues to show resilience, with employment rising significantly in September, and taking the pressure off the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to cut rates.
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Maxwell Scott Raine inducted into FCA Hall of Fame
The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) has posthumously honoured Maxwell Scott Raine as the 2024 inductee into the FCA Hall of Fame, recognising his role in introducing franchising to the Australian real estate industry.
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Help on the way for first-home buyers
The Property Council of Australia is presenting policy ideas to the Government that will support homeownership for younger Australians while also boosting housing supply.
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NZ construction costs inch up amid industry slowdown
Construction costs in New Zealand have shown a slight increase in the September quarter, despite an ongoing slowdown in the building industry.
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Rental vacancies rise slightly but crisis deepens in NSW
Residential rental vacancies have increased marginally across Sydney, but experts warn the rental crisis continues to worsen.
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New home sales stabilise
The latest data from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) indicates that the Australian new home market is showing signs of stabilisation, with home sales unchanged in September compared to August. According to HIA Economist Maurice Tapang, “market confidence in new home building is returning,” which is an important indicator for agents working in the residential property sector. The HIA’s New…
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Opposition vows to scrap Victoria’s controversial ‘Airbnb tax’
The Victorian Opposition has pledged to repeal the state's contentious Short Stay Levy Bill if elected in 2026, citing concerns over increased holiday costs and economic impacts.
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Renters and homeowners are feeling more confident
Consumer confidence held steady this week, as both renters and homeowners started to feel better about the state of the housing market.
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Rising costs and short-term rentals are reshaping the housing market
Over 70% Australians who rent do so because they simply cannot afford to buy a home - a figure significantly higher than the global average of 55%.
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Construction industry collapse tightens the screws on home buyers
The Aussie dream of home ownership could be under threat as the construction sector faces an unprecedented crisis, with thousands of builders going bankrupt and leaving homeowners in financial distress.
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Auction market lifts as spring heats up
The Australian property market has seen a sharp uptick in activity as spring selling season gains momentum according to new data.
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Australian property market hits $11 trillion despite slowing growth
Australia's property market has reached a new milestone, with the total value of residential real estate surpassing $11 trillion for the first time, but growth is starting to ease.
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RNBZ rate cuts to boost confidence
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s latest rate cut is set to boost market confidence and there is likely more easing on the way.
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She Sells: a simple WhatsApp group grows into a powerful platform for women at Laing+Simmons
Laing+Simmons has seen the rise of a unique, organically grown collective called “She Sells,” an initiative for female agents that started as a simple WhatsApp group within the company. This network of women agents, who originally connected through the company’s Elevate mentoring program, has grown into a powerful platform for support and collaboration. The program wasn’t strategically planned but has…
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Investors flock to charity-backed commercial properties
There’s currently a surge in demand for properties backed by established charities like the Salvation Army and St Vincent De Paul.
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Housing crisis deepens as new home builds hit decade-low
Australia's housing crisis is set to worsen as new home construction plummets to its lowest level in over a decade, according to industry experts.
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Reapit to elevate agency tech with new game-changing innovations
PropTech provider Reapit will announce the latest enhancement to its award-winning range of platforms including Console Cloud, AgentBox, Inspect Real Estate and Move Me In on 24 October.
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Strata properties gain popularity in NSW and QLD
House purchases are trending downwards in New South Wales as buyers increasingly turn to strata properties, according to a new report.
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Sydney and Melbourne’s unit markets struggle despite affordability gains
Despite improving affordability in some areas, certain unit markets in Sydney and Melbourne are failing to attract buyers, according to new research from CoreLogic.
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September property listings hit highest levels since 2015
Sellers are embracing the spring selling season, with new property listings in September 2024 reaching their highest volume since 2015.
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Parliament urged to pass housing legislation
The Property Council of Australia is calling on Parliament to pass the federal government's housing legislation without delay, starting with the Help to Buy scheme this week.
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