Property market news

Mortgage deferrals almost gone, but risky lending is up

Nearly 100% of deferred loans from the start of the COVID-19 crisis have resumed repayments, but other data shows borrowers are taking on extra risk.

By William Jolly ● March 17, 2021

Federal MP says housing should be a human right

One Federal MP has called on the government to legislate housing as a human right to help alleviate housing inequality and homelessness.

By William Jolly ● March 16, 2021

More borrowers to fall behind on mortgage repayments when support measures end

A growing number of borrowers are expected to struggle to make their mortgage repayments, but surging house prices could curb this.

By Emma Duffy ● March 16, 2021

Regional house affordability falls as boom moves nationwide

Housing affordability has deteriorated in regional areas along with capital cities as living preferences shift in the pandemic.

By William Jolly ● March 12, 2021

Women lag behind men when it comes to home ownership

Australian women have lower rates of property ownership than men, as a new report highlights the impacts of the gender pay gap.

By Emma Duffy ● March 08, 2021

Housing affordability 'obliterated' as first home buyers flood market during COVID

First home buyers raced to enter the property market during the COVID-19 pandemic, but extra demand and rising house prices could "obliterate" housing affordability.

By Emma Duffy ● March 03, 2021

Rental vacancy rate holds steady at 1.9% in February

Empty rental listings remain low across Australia, with only Sydney and Melbourne tenants having an easier time finding a place at the moment.

By William Jolly ● March 02, 2021

What is a housing bubble and are we in one?

It’s a phrase that gets tossed around a lot, but what is a housing bubble? Depending on who you ask, Australia either is or isn’t in one.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 01, 2021

How will JobSeeker changes impact the property market?

With the temporary supplement to JobSeeker payments set to finish in March, what impact could this have on the housing market?

By Emma Duffy ● February 25, 2021

Study shows pet-friendly rental properties good for landlords as well as tenants

Allowing pets in a rental property has more benefits for the landlord than negatives, according to a new report.

By Emma Duffy ● February 19, 2021

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Refinance home loans.
Rates from 1.69% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
Rates from 3.94%

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of up to 1.50%

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of up to 1.60%

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