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Apr 16, 2019
What Happened to the Property Market this March?
The housing market trends through to the end of March showed a moderate in the rate of value decline, but a broadening in the geographic scope of weaker conditions. Although the CoreLogic national
Apr 9, 2019
Styling you bedroom for better sleep
For many reasons, between 33% and 45% of Australians are suffering from inadequate sleep. Considering we spend a whopping a third of our lives sleeping – its important we give sleeping more thought.
Apr 9, 2019
Deal Breakers for Buyers
Prices inconsistent with market perception, poor maintenance and embedded water and construction issues are among the top deal breakers turning buyers off purchasing a home. In the last 3 months, A
Apr 9, 2019
Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold at 1.5%
The Reserve Bank board once again kept the cash rate unchanged at 1.5%. But a slowing economy means it’s likely the RBA will cut the cash rate this year, with a growing possibility of two 25 basis poi
Apr 2, 2019
Labors Plan to Axe Negative Gearing Expected to Impact Brisbane
A leading analysit warns the cost of renting in Brisbane could jump by more than 20% in just two years if federal Labor’s plan to axe negative gearing goes ahead. SQM Research modelling reveals the
Apr 2, 2019
National Consumer Sentiment and Foreign Demand
The consumer mindset is another factor working to dampen housing conditions. The consumer sentiment survey from Westpac and the Melbourne Institute has consistently highlighted a pessimistic view from
Apr 2, 2019
Mortgage Rates and an Uncertain Economy
Helping to offset the headwinds are mortgage rates which are still tracking around the lowest level since the 1960’s. Further cuts to the cash rate are looking like a growing possibility. However,
Apr 2, 2019
Supply Levels Place Buyer's in Strong Position
Supply levels are elevated in some areas, especially in the high unit sector, causing buyers to be firmly in the driver’s seat and in a good position to take advantage of the strong buying position.