Apr 28, 2023

Evidence of real estate revival in many of the previously struggling city markets continues to mount.

 The CoreLogic figures published earlier in April showed significant improvement in a number of the capital cities of Australia, led by a big increase in Sydney house prices.

The latest figures from SQM Research,...

Apr 26, 2023

One of the recurring themes in news media about real estate affordability is the claim that today’s young buyers have it a lot harder than their parents did when they were buying their first home, perhaps a quarter of a century ago.

But, like so many things espoused in mainstream media about residential property, it...

Apr 21, 2023

Consumer confidence, that rather intangible but nevertheless important component of the property market, is showing signs of serious improvement.

And the area in which consumer sentiment has improved the most is with the outlook for property prices.

It’s the latest in a series of indicators showing evidence...

Apr 19, 2023

Prospects for markets across Greater Melbourne will improve as 2023 progresses.

The key factor that will drive a return to higher market activity and prices is the impact of migrants and overseas students.

And this will build on the recovery which is already under way.

International borders re-opened in 2022 and this...

Apr 19, 2023

Regional Victoria continues to display resilience and consistency in line with its reputation, although the overall trend in the market lately has been weaker.

And we continue to see good prospects for specific locations in Regional Victoria, with the impact of 2026 Commonwealth Games a significant factor.

Over the past...