Sydney the second-best place in the world to visit, according to U.S. News
Sydney has been ranked second in the 'World's Best Places to Visit' by U.S. News, which says the city is "both a laid-back beachside town and a thriving metropolis".
Residential vacancy rates were again influenced by the summer holidays and festive season, according to the latest data released by the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales.
The City of Sydney's Safe City team has released a list of tips to help residents secure their home from crime, particularly as many of us pack up and head out of town for the holidays.
CEO of the REIV, Geoff White, expects strong Melbourne sales to continue into December, and, after the traditional holiday slow-down, for the market to pick up again in 2017.
Short real estate auction campaigns tempting sellers ahead of holidays
Property sellers are hoping to capitalise on strong real estate activity, opting for short auction campaigns ahead of the Christmas holiday period, says James Pratt of Raine & Horne.
There is a window of opportunity for property buyers in the remaining 60 days until Christmas, according to James Pratt, Director Auction Services, Raine & Horne.
