Construction crisis just about over says Ray White Group Chief Economist
It is therefore good news that construction costs are finally starting to ease. So much so that in Perth and Hobart, construction costs are actually declining. What has turned conditions around? By Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Group Chief Economist.
John McGrath – Why home values are likely to keep rising from here
According to John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents, there are many supportive factors pushing home values higher this Spring season across many areas of Australia.
Real Estate Agent's Interactive Marketing Strategy
Thomas Coussens of Place Nundah has used a "Selfie Wings" banner around his children's future school in a sponsorship agreement. It has gone nuts - kids, parents and the public have been standing in front of the wings posting photos of themselves, all the while spreading Thomas' brand locally....
Auction volumes rebound from long weekend lull - CoreLogic
Led by a rise in Melbourne, auction activity across the combined capitals is set to more than double this week, with 2,553 homes scheduled to go under the hammer.
Professionals raise more than $4m to end breast cancer
Professionals real estate offices across Australia will turn pink in October to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a cause close to the hearts of the entire network that has raised more than $4.2 million for research.
Vacancy rates reach new record lows despite rental growth easing - CoreLogic
Despite worsening affordability easing the pace of rental growth in Australia, rental availability tightened in September, with vacancy rates falling to new record lows across the country.
REIA welcomes an ‘action not talk’ approach for energy by crossbench
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has welcomed the calls by Independent for Wentworth, Ms Allegra Spender MP, to introduce an instant tax write off for family investors to implement energy upgrades in rental properties.
Performing on stage to outperforming in the market: The Geelong Agency launches, powered by UrbanX
Like many ambitious entrepreneurial agents, Nathan Brown embarked on his real estate career within a prominent "big brand." However, it didn't take long for him to recognise his potential for something greater, all with the support of UrbanX.
New owner-occupiers make a return but concerns remain - REIA
Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President, Mr Hayden Groves welcomed the return of home buyers but said that whilst the latest new owner occupier loan commitments for housing has grown, it remains worryingly low for future trends.
The Agency's CEO Geoff Lucas said today’s interest rate decision came largely as expected, and will be welcomed by borrowers, recent data suggests there are increasing forces pointing to another increase before any cuts to rates.