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Affordability remains key issue as investors flock to COVID-free states - REIA

Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President, Adrian Kelly said new loan commitments to owner occupiers fell while investors increased their interest in zero COVID states.

National

The Economy

McGrath expands its reach across Sydney’s Greater West as the region experiences exceptional growth

McGrath West Group lead by Kon Stathopoulos today announced the expansion of its Greater Western Sydney operation. It will combine talent and expertise from McGrath’s Parramatta and Blacktown offices, the recently expanded Rouse Hill team and its Hawkesbury region acreage specialists.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

The Economy

Listings for sale increase in 119 suburbs during October - REIWA

REIWA President Damian Collins said spring traditionally saw more sellers come to market, ready to take advantage of increased buyer activity following the winter slowdown.

National

The Economy

REIA and nbn join forces to help Aussies have a better move in experience

Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) and nbn have joined forces to assist real estate agents and property managers in keeping nbn™ connection boxes at properties when they are sold or leased.

National

People

Openn releases top digital agents of the quarter

Online property sales platform, Openn, has released its first quarterly agent performance report of the new financial year, providing a snapshot of key market trends and the rankings of top agents using the platform.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – Sydneysiders triple their income by owning a house

According to John McGrath founder and executive director of McGrath Estate Agents, many Australians are earning more per year in capital gains than work income and nowhere more so than Sydney.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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Rose Bay beachfront for sale first time in 35 years – The Agency

The spectacular Sydney Harbour front home for sale by Ben Collier of The Agency, delivers panoramic views across the Harbour, the city skyline, Harbour Bridge, and Bradley’s Head.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Design

Victoria Whitelaw Beautiful Flowers: bringing joy during difficult times

Melbourne florist Victoria Whitelaw designs award-winning floral arrangements, from flowers by subscription to incredible standalone pieces using taxidermy pieces for private events.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Italian villa inspired Woollahra for sale - The Agency

This architectural tri-level Woollahra home for sale by Ben Collier of The Agency, was over 20 years in the making.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Paddington terrace sold by The Agency for $8.35m prior to auction

The three-level Elizabeth Street terrace sold by Ben Collier of The Agency, features a stunning Pohio Adams transformation.

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Richard Meier takes leave of absence following sexual harassment allegations

Pritzker Prize-winning architect Richard Meier says he was "deeply troubled and embarrassed" by accusations of sexual harassment against him, and has temporarily stepped down from his company.

Dezeen

https://theconversation.com/home-ownership-foundations-are-being-shaken-and-the-impacts-will-be-felt-far-and-wide-91664

Home ownership foundations are being shaken, and the impacts will be felt far and wide

Growing numbers of Australians clearly face an uncertain future in a changing housing system.

The Conversation

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/western-sydney-s-aerotropolis-a-game-changer-says?utm_source=Industry%20Newsletter&utm_campaign=fd79aff43e-Industry%2520Newsletter%2520-%252020180313091947&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b6d140c101-fd79aff43e-136160237

Western Sydney's Aerotropolis a game changer

Western Sydney's City Deal is a 'game changer' and could mean 200,000 new jobs, says the Property Council of Australia.

Architecture & Design

https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/national/2018/03/10/gum-trees-palm-trees-perils-investing-property-pacific-islands/

The perils of investing in property in the Pacific Islands

Retirees interested in buying homes in the Pacific are being warned they need to be very careful to avoid losing their money.

The New Daily

https://www.perthnow.com.au/business/property/reiwa-forecasts-upturn-in-wa-home-building-in-latest-sign-the-property-market-has-bottomed-out-ng-b88770883z?utm_campaign=AP-RED-13mar2018&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua

REIWA forecasts upturn in WA home building in latest sign the property market has bottomed

Tradies say they are starting to see an upturn in demand for their services.

Perth now

http://www.news.com.au/finance/money/costs/are-we-living-together-too-soon/news-story/7e8ed7776ef3dada6bce953ca161c573

Are we living together too soon?

With Sydney and Melbourne now two of the world’s most expensive cities for housing, many newly dating couples don’t feel they have much choice other than shacking up sooner than they’d planned.

news.com.au

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-03-12/australia-is-struggling-to-handle-its-swelling-population/9535116

'We've done an abysmal job'

Australia is struggling to handle its swelling population.

ABC

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/greystar-optimistic-on-tax-treatment-of-buildto-rent-units/news-story/4d09ff39f745a1f5e3472dc2450fb6f7

Greystar optimistic on tax treatment of build-to rent units

The local boss of US real estate giant Greystar is hopeful the federal government will reconsider the tax treatment of the build-to-rent apartment sector.

The Australian