REINSW: You can’t tax something to make it cheaper
With voters heading to the polls on Saturday, housing affordability will be top of mind for many. But the NSW Government’s plan to introduce a new tax on property to somehow make it more affordable defies basic logic, says the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW).
$30 million kickstart for regional housing - NSW Government
The delivery of homes will be fast-tracked in regional communities experiencing housing pressure, ahead of the NSW Government’s initial response to the Regional Housing Taskforce recommendations.
Changes to money laundering laws should consider home buyers, tenants and impacts on small business - REIA
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has urged the Inquiry into Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regime to deliver recommendations that target sophisticated money launderers without creating a financial burden on home buyers, tenants and real estate...
Easier access to Residential Tenancy Support Package Rebates
The NSW Government has made the Residential Tenancy Support Package more accessible from today, with COVID impacted tenants now able to apply directly for a rebate of up to $4,500, as long as their rent has been reduced by at least that much.
REIA delivers a three point plan to tackle big picture housing supply and affordability issues
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has made the case for tax and supply reform through a simple three point plan to the Standing Committee on Taxation and Revenue.
Building shutdown disappointing and challenging says HIA
The HIA says the decision by the Victorian Government to shutdown all building sites in Melbourne and certain municipalities for the next two weeks is both disappointing and challenging for the residential building industry.
WA Budget misses opportunity for bold housing reform - REIWA
REIWA President Damian Collins said the Institute was pleased to see the $875 million investment in social housing and a two-year extension to the off-the-plan stamp duty rebate but was disappointed the WA Government had not committed to stamp duty reform.
REIA welcomes inquiry to housing affordability and supply
Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has welcomed the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Tax and Revenue inquiry into housing affordability and supply in Australia.
