'Sledgehammer' approach to risky lending could hurt economy: REIA
Malcolm Gunning, president of the REIA, has warned that the combined actions of APRA, ASIC and the banks could decrease demand for new properties to such an extent that housing supply dwindles and the construction sector weakens.
This is what the average Aussie household looks like
2016 Census data shows that household ownership is in decline: the 'typical' house is owned with a mortgage, while in 2006 the average home was owned outright.
Buyers' agent Cohen Handler opens LA office
Rowan Isaacs will head up buyers’ agency Cohen Handler's first US office.
Mount Eliza home for sale
This home has natural northern light and panoramic views across Canadian Bay and to the city skyline. The property is for sale by Michelle Skoglund of Aqua Real Estate.
Investor loans tumble 6% in February
ABS home loan data was weaker during February, in what could be an early sign that tighter lending rules are beginning to bite.
Australian real estate sector vulnerable to money launderers, report shows
A new report by Transparency International, 'Doors wide open', shows that Australia is weak in all 10 ways that money laundering can flourish.
Vale: Edward John Kristian (Kris) Callaghan
Kris Callaghan, who had a long and distinguished career in real estate, passed away on 4 April.
Birchgrove waterfront house for sale
'Obelia' is an absolute waterfront home with uninterrupted views down to Sydney Harbour and is for sale by Monique Dower and Lynsey Kemp of Belle Property.
Affordable housing in, negative gearing stays, says Treasurer
Treasurer Scott Morrison has spoken of his commitment to home ownership as an achievable ambition for Australians.
Auction sales strong ahead of holidays
More properties went to auction last week than in any other week of the year, but the increase in supply did nothing to dampen demand - the nation-wide clearance rate rose to 77.6 per cent.