Sydney rental market demand remains high through June
Demand for residential properties to rent in Sydney continued to be strong through June 2013, according to the latest vacancy rate data released by the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW).
Extra Assistance for VIC First Home Buyers From July 1
Victorians thinking about buying their first home received some good news back in April, when the state government announced it was boosting assistance available for these buyers.
Sydney Rental Vacancy Rates Still 'Dire', Despite May Increases
Vacancy rates rose across the Sydney metropolitan area in May, yet the city's rental market remains tight, according to the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW).
Melbourne EcoLiving Centre Shows How to Boost Household Energy Efficiency
A new EcoLiving Centre in the western suburbs of Melbourne last week will demonstrate the benefits of sustainable living techniques and home improvements that can save homeowners money on their power bill.
Capital City Median House Prices Flat During March Quarter
Median house prices fell slightly on average across capital cities during the March 2013 quarter, according to a report from Bendigo Bank and the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
Housing Affordability Improves Nationwide Last Quarter
During the first quarter of 2013, there has been a slight increase in the affordability of real estate in Australia, according to the Real Estate of Australia/Adelaide Bank Housing Affordability report.
Victorian Government Proposed Building Changes Challenged – HIA
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has responded to the recently released package of housing industry reforms from the Victorian Coalition government, claiming that there is more room for improvement.
REINSW President Urges New South Wales Government To Cut Stamp Duty Tax
In a statement released today (May 16), Mr Payne urged the NSW government to reduce the transfer stamp duty tax for their upcoming budget - saying that past tax cuts have shown significant increases to government income.
Lower Rental Rates in Brisbane Keeps Market Competitive
Rental rates for real estate in Brisbane have relaxed only slightly over the past quarter according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Rental Vacancy Rate survey for the first quarter of 2013.
