Property developers Queensland WA push ahead as east coast stalls

Three-quarters of Queensland developers plan to break ground within six months. Victoria sits at 28%. The gap is widening, and the reasons go deeper than sentiment.

Queensland rental vacancy rates tick up in half the state, but 29 regions still under 1%

Two dozen Queensland rental markets loosened over the June quarter, yet nearly 60% of regions remain critically tight. Here's where the breathing room appeared, and where investors still face zero wiggle room.

Commercial property investment: which sectors still work for smaller buyers

Negative gearing changes are pushing residential investors toward commercial assets, but not all sectors suit individual capital or risk tolerance.

Million dollar suburbs: 151 new entries map where affordability migrates next

Queensland, WA and SA claimed two-thirds of the 151 suburbs that crossed seven figures in the first half of 2024, while Melbourne added just one.

Housing target shortfall widens as approval pipeline stalls at 393,000

Australia has approved just 393,426 homes in two years of a five-year 1.2 million build goal. The gap keeps growing.

Apartment approvals hit 48,778 but construction costs stall starts

Building sign-offs rose 13% year-on-year, yet industry groups warn most won't break ground. The gap between approval and delivery is widening.

Mortgage broker recruitment: why benefits beat pay rises in 2026

Brokerages can't afford wage hikes as volumes fall, so they're loading up perks instead. What that shift tells us about the health of the broker channel.

Rochedale apartments fast-tracked as owner-occupiers chase space

A Brisbane developer has pulled forward stage two of its first apartment project in an outer suburb where 76% of buyers are owner-occupiers, not investors.

Downsizing property market stalls as retirees pull 5.5 million homes off the table

One in three over-55s are delaying sales, choosing reverse mortgages over auction risk — and the supply impact is starting to show.

Investor activity auction market shows tentative recovery after tax reform slump

Investor buyer share at auction dropped to a 2026 low of 20.7% after May's budget, then climbed back to 23.2% by mid-July. The question now: is this a genuine rebound or just noise?

Mortgage applications down 26% as rates and tax changes bite

Loan lodgements have fallen sharply since February, with investors pulling back hardest. The question now is whether this marks a turning point or just a pause.
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Tasmania housing deal exposes the real supply bottleneck

Tasmania has a 4,000-home promise. The bigger question is whether infrastructure can turn announcements into keys.

Australia Property Market Has A Buyer Confidence Problem

Homes are taking longer to clear and buyers have more leverage, but weaker confidence could decide who moves first.

Perth property market peak: the boom signal buyers can’t ignore

Perth prices are still rising fast, but the market is starting to send a different signal.

The Property Industry Has Delivered Its Verdict on Australia’s Tax Reforms

A fresh industry poll shows investors may pull back, but the bigger risk is what happens to rents, supply and confidence next.

Rochedale apartments fast-tracked as owner-occupiers chase space

A Brisbane developer has pulled forward stage two of its first apartment project in an outer suburb where 76% of buyers are owner-occupiers, not investors.

Downsizing property market stalls as retirees pull 5.5 million homes off the table

One in three over-55s are delaying sales, choosing reverse mortgages over auction risk — and the supply impact is starting to show.

Sydney prestige property rental pivot reveals incomplete price correction

Owners who won't meet the market are pulling back to rent trophy homes for up to $30,000 a week, delaying the adjustment needed to clear supply.

The RBA’s split rate rise exposes the truth: this was Australia’s inflation problem, not Iran’s

A divided RBA board has raised a bigger question than the hike itself: was this really about Middle East tension, or did Australia’s own inflation problem leave the bank with nowhere else to go?

Productivity growth stalls lock in higher rates, RBA warns

Weak output per worker narrows the path to rate cuts, regardless of how inflation behaves. Mortgage holders face a longer wait.

Should You Lock Your Mortgage Before Fixed Rates Climb Again?

Fixed rates are rising before many borrowers have caught their breath. The risk is not just paying more, but fixing at the wrong moment.

Will A 5% Deposit Really Help First-Home Buyers, Or Just Push Prices Higher?

What the new 5% scheme could mean for buyers, investors, and the next leg up in Australia’s property market.

Invest or Pay Off the Mortgage? A Straight-Up Guide for Aussies

A practical framework to choose between extra repayments, your offset, or investing, without the stress.

10 Smart Lending Hacks to Fast-Track Your Property Portfolio

Practical finance strategies that help you borrow more and buy smarter

Why It Feels Like You Should Afford a Home, But Still Can’t

Your income may be up and your deposit may look solid, yet the bank still says no. That gap is where today’s housing frustration really lives.

Australia’s Economy Is Slowing, But the RBA May Not Blink

Jobs are weakening while underlying inflation has lifted to 3.4 per cent. For borrowers and investors, the next RBA call is no longer simple.

Public land housing NSW: 13 sites released for 298 homes

NSW has identified 13 surplus government sites for housing. The question is whether 298 dwellings will arrive fast enough to matter.

Planning reforms housing supply: WA moves four-dwelling exemption

Western Australia just extended its single-house planning exemption to include up to four dwellings where standards are met. Will the 'meet planning standards' clause open the gates or become the new bottleneck?

Sydney Property Investors Freeze as Tax Shock Hits Prices

Sydney investors are retreating before new tax rules begin, just as prices weaken. The bigger question is where their money goes next.

Housing target shortfall widens as approval pipeline stalls at 393,000

Australia has approved just 393,426 homes in two years of a five-year 1.2 million build goal. The gap keeps growing.

The bigger threat to property investors is not the Treasurer’s gearing cap

A negative gearing cap would sting some landlords. But the bigger threat may be what happens when investors try to cash out.

Negative gearing new builds: the renovation fight investors can’t ignore

Labor wants tax support pointed at new homes. Builders say the definition may miss how supply actually gets added.

Housing Tax Changes Put Labor’s Supply Claim Under Fire

Labor says its housing tax changes will support new construction. Its own advisers acknowledge the immediate trade-off could be fewer homes.

SMSF Borrowing Ban Opens New Front on Property Investors

A new Labor-Greens deal would stop fresh SMSF property borrowing, but whether it helps buyers is still unproven.

Preparing for a Property Inspection: A Homeowner's Checklist

Your Comprehensive Guide to Getting the Most Out of a Property Inspection in Australia

Off-Market Property Deals: Hidden Gems or Financial Pitfalls?

In recent years, the allure of off-market properties has significantly grown among investors and homebuyers alike, driven by the dual forces of escalating property prices and climbing mortgage interest...

The Future of Property Inspections: Technology and Trends

Embracing the Digital Era in Australian Property Inspections

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Adelaide CBD Apartment Tower Clears Key Approval Test

A 95-home Franklin Street project has cleared a major hurdle, but approval is not the same as delivery.

The $150m Water Plant That Could Unlock 33,000 Homes

A $200m water plant could open the door to 33,000 homes, but the bigger prize may be Toowoomba’s case for rail.

Data Centre Housing Supply Fight Opens New Investor Risk

A Geelong site planned for homes may become digital infrastructure. The bigger question is who pays when housing land is redirected.

Queensland Stamp Duty Shock Opens New Investor Tax Front

Queensland expects a $325m duty hit, but the sharper story is who gets squeezed as tax rules keep shifting.

Planning reforms housing supply: WA moves four-dwelling exemption

Western Australia just extended its single-house planning exemption to include up to four dwellings where standards are met. Will the 'meet planning standards' clause open the gates or become the new bottleneck?

AUSTRAC’s property crackdown starts well before July

Real estate businesses can already enrol with AUSTRAC before the 1 July 2026 deadline. The real risk is treating a major compliance shift like a paperwork exercise.

The RBA’s split rate rise exposes the truth: this was Australia’s inflation problem, not Iran’s

A divided RBA board has raised a bigger question than the hike itself: was this really about Middle East tension, or did Australia’s own inflation problem leave the bank with nowhere else to go?

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