Tag: real estate trends

Measured gains temper landlord optimism

Australia’s housing market continues its steady rise, with national values up 3.3% over the past year. While rental yields remain solid, landlords are urged to take a measured approach amid rising costs, tighter regulations, and softening rent growth. Discover what’s shaping investor returns in 2025.

Growth eases while opportunity widens for patient buyers

Australia’s property market continues to move forward—just not at the same breakneck pace. Cotality’s June 2025 Housing Value Index reveals a welcome cooling, with national dwelling values rising 0.5% in May. Regional differences are growing more pronounced, with Perth leading the way and coastal areas in Queensland and WA still seeing healthy demand. For buyers and sellers alike, this gentler market presents new opportunities—especially for first-home buyers and upgraders ready to make their move with the right preparation.