Where Canberrans could be most at risk of distressed sales Data shows distressed sales could already be occurring in some regions. The Canberra Times · Oct 7, 2023
Latest home price data shows positive signs for spring sellers Canberra's modest growth lagged behind most other capitals. The Canberra Times · Aug 31, 2023
Compromise key to affording a home "The challenge was to find something when it came to budget and area." The Canberra Times · Jul 21, 2023
Rent Increases Are Forecast To Decrease Soon So Here’s Why And Everything We Know So Far Finally some good news. Pedestrian.tv · Jul 20, 2023
Rental rises tipped to slow as housing market cools off Vacancy rates have already started to ease and price growth has begun to slow with analysts tipping further tempering in the market for rental homes. AAP · Jul 19, 2023
ACT home values rise again, putting sellers back in 'driver's seat' 'Sluggish' selling conditions are starting to turn around. The Canberra Times · Jul 2, 2023
More Australian homeowners offloading properties at loss as interest rate rises take toll, new data shows Unit owners particularly vulnerable as profitable national housing sales sank to 92.3% in the three months to March 2023, according to CoreLogic data The Guardian - AU · Jun 27, 2023
Top FOMO suburbs: where no one is selling and demand is high See our list of all 99 suburbs in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie Newcastle Herald · Jun 18, 2023
Renters asked to ‘pre-apply’ before inspecting properties in Australian cities Applicants asked for proof of identity, rental and financial history, and references, as listings are snapped up before first showing The Guardian - AU · Jun 8, 2023
‘I’m obviously not first choice’: rental crisis forcing older Australians back into share houses As the vacancy rate drops to 1.2%, the Reserve Bank chief advises renters to consider sharing – but that is a very difficult option for many people The Guardian - AU · May 31, 2023
Family living in one room as new report shows 'extreme' rental stress gripping New South Wales A new report from ANZ and CoreLogic shows since the pandemic rental prices have increased dramatically, and low-income earners would need to spend more than half their pay to secure a rental property. ABC News · May 29, 2023
Rents to income levels reach near decade highs Rental demand is fast outrunning supply and low-income households are bearing the brunt of the rental affordability crisis, analysis shows. The New Daily · May 28, 2023
Economists say rental price caps are a 'viable' short-term solution to the housing crisis, but some fear it could backfire Despite increased rental assistance measures in Tuesday's budget, calls to cap rents are growing louder, with economists saying that step has been successful overseas, however, analysts warn it may make the housing crisis worse. ABC News · May 11, 2023
Sydney oceanfront property sells for close to $45 million amid cost-of-living crunch The bungalow was owned by late radio star Harry Griffiths and has been held by the family for more than six decades. ABC News · May 11, 2023
ABC News · Apr 6, 2023 It's touted as one solution to Australia's housing crisis, but what is build-to-rent? And can it live up to the hype? Is it possible to have affordable housing and good rental conditions in Australia? It has to be something embedded by design, housing researchers say.
Newcastle Herald · Apr 5, 2023 The most expensive and cheapest suburbs to rent in Newcastle Eleebana has the highest median rent in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 24, 2023 Australian banks predict another interest rate rise despite hopeful investor outlook Big four banks believe RBA will lift cash rate by at least another 25 basis points though many predict rises are close to a peak
Newcastle Herald · Mar 16, 2023 Top 20: Newcastle and Lake Macquarie suburbs whose prices have skyrocketed since the pandemic Dwelling values across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie recorded growth of 29.6 per cent since March 2020.
AAP · Mar 6, 2023 Rentals under $400 disappearing as prices surge Affordable rentals are becoming increasingly hard to find as strong demand for rental accommodation continues to outstrip supply.
Newcastle Herald · Feb 28, 2023 Newcastle house prices up but it might be short-lived The median house value is $818,893.
The New Daily · Feb 28, 2023 Falls in home prices are slowing, but have not hit rock bottom Tight housing stock has muted home value falls, but experts warn this isn't the end of the road for declines this year.
Newcastle Herald · Feb 20, 2023 'The market is forever changing': Property prices adjusted in Newcastle's top end to meet the market The house was previously on the market for 127 days.
ABC News · Feb 15, 2023 Byron Bay property prices plunge as some regions buck trend, according to CoreLogic data In a case of what goes up must come down, property prices in Byron Bay have plunged 25 per cent in the past 12 months. But not all regions have fallen. Here's how they performed.
AAP · Feb 14, 2023 Albanese calls out Greens 'fantasy' housing idea A multi-billion dollar plan for social and affordable housing could be derailed if the federal government is unwilling to work with the Greens on changes.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 14, 2023 Soaring property prices in Australia’s most sought-after regional areas come tumbling down Rising interest rates and city folk staying put post-lockdowns reverse real estate demand, new data reveals