Agent selection service commissions should be transparent: REIA banking royal commission submission
Agent selection services, while appearing to be a free service, are actually paid for by agents, who often pass on the cost in the form of higher charges to the vendor.
High immigration levels boost economy, but housing impact must be managed: government report
A new report by Treasury and Home Affairs says Australia's high immigration intake boosts economic growth, but the flow-on effects on infrastructure and housing must be carefully managed.
Home renovation lending at three-year lows
ABS lending finance data shows loans for home renovations dropped 10.7 per cent in February, the largest decline in seven years.
Outstanding three-residence Beachfront Mirage estate comes to market with price guide of $10,950,000
This exclusive opportunity, for sale by Barbara Wolveridge of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, has been FIRB Approved for international buyers.
Brisbane home on acreage sells prior to auction for near record price
Though the overall auction market is more subdued, agents are still recording top results for highly desirable properties.
Aussie families choosing to renovate rather than move: Westpac survey
Owners are choosing to stay put, rather than sell up and move, in part because the costs associated with buying and selling are so high.
Sydney vacancy rate shows market positive for renters
“A vacancy rate above 2 per cent is positive for those seeking rental properties,” said REINSW president Leanne Pilkington.
Space and light in exclusive headland enclave
This charming home’s prime ridgeline position between Palm and Whale Beaches offers spectacular panoramic views. For sale by Peter Robinson of LJ Hooker Palm Beach.
Villawood Properties' virtual display village brings planned communities to life
Villawood Properties’ virtual reality tour of Rathdowne community will allow customers to walk down virtual streets, thoroughly inspect hi-res, cutting-edge homes, and pace out land sizes.
The new training academy for property managers that will produce job-ready graduates: TPMAA
The demand for quality, trained property management staff greatly outweighs the supply, says Jody Marsden, co-founder and managing director of The Property Management Academy Australia.