Market Insights Opportunities abound: Over a third of homes in Australia cheaper to buy than rent Report shows housing market opportunities persist, with over a third of homes cheaper to buy than rent despite rising prices. Thierry Ng29 November 2023, 5:29 pm2 minute read
Market Insights New report reveals surging interest in energy efficiency amid Australia’s cost-of-living crisis New survey shows that Australians are turning to energy-efficient homes amid rising living costs and environmental concerns. Thierry Ng29 November 2023, 3:38 pm2 minute read
Business & Industry Equifax’s iCIRT rating system helps Australians choose reliable builders in an industry mired in insolvency Equifax’s iCIRT star-rating system assesses building and construction industry professionals, helping consumers make the right choice. Thierry Ng28 November 2023, 5:42 pm4 minute read
Commercial Real Estate Can pets help bring workers back into Australia’s offices? Remote work’s popularity poses challenges for office owners, pushing unconventional solutions like pet-friendly spaces to entice employees. Thierry Ng28 November 2023, 3:42 pm2 minute read
Business & Industry Australia’s material prices find stability in Q3 2023 after 16 consecutive quarters of hikes Despite falling material prices, Australia’s construction companies face tight margins, with some still going bust. Thierry Ng24 November 2023, 1:46 pm3 minute read
Business & Industry Turning the tables: ‘Know Your Landlord’ project challenges rental application practices in Australia Sydney’s experts unveil ‘Know Your Landlord,’ shedding light on unequal practices and privacy issues in rental applications. Thierry Ng23 November 2023, 4:17 pm4 minute read
Market Insights Property Values Australian home values hit a new high in November, marking a V-shaped return to form November marks a triumphant return for Australian home values, soaring to unprecedented heights, signaling a robust market rebound. Thierry Ng23 November 2023, 1:20 pm3 minute read
Commercial Real Estate Australian offices bounce back, with occupancy rising to 71% of pre-pandemic levels Australian CBDs rebounded impressively, with the office occupancy rate reaching 71% of pre-pandemic levels in Q3, signalling a resurgence. Thierry Ng22 November 2023, 5:11 pm2 minute read
Market Insights Australians at risk of mortgage stress briefly dipped last month, but the mortgage relief might not last for long Several factors were behind the dip. Henry Thai22 November 2023, 1:13 pm3 minute read
Commercial Real Estate Australian commercial property update: Industrial and tourism assets lead the pack in trying times Commercial assets have faced volatility recently, driven by financing changes and demand fluctuations from institutions and funds. Thierry Ng22 November 2023, 1:09 pm4 minute read
Opinion Expert tips on how to be a successful property investor Property expert and buyer's agent, Lloyd Edge, shares his insights. Henry Thai November 23, 2023, 8:45 am
Commercial Real Estate Australian commercial property update: Industrial and tourism assets lead the pack in trying times Commercial assets have faced volatility recently, driven by financing changes and demand fluctuations from institutions and funds. Thierry Ng November 22, 2023, 1:09 pm
Market Insights WA has emerged as a property investment hub, and why that's a good thing Eastern investors chase Perth's affordability, doubling the distance between home and investment in 2023, reveals MCG research. Thierry Ng November 22, 2023, 4:01 pm