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SQM research is showing that nationally, the number of listed properties has increased three per cent to the end of August to 373,510.

Housing Industry Association NSW executive director David Bare says there is good reason to be hopeful in the real estate sector despite the number of building approvals falling in New South Wales through the month of July.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has elected to keep interest rates on hold after cuts in previous months, which should aid the recovery of the real estate sector.

Sourcing information on building, buying, selling or renting a property in Queensland has just been made easier, thanks to a state government initiative which has consolidated information about housing on its website.

Buying a house for the first time can be an expensive exercise,however - careful planning can help you reach your goal of owning a home.

Housing affordability is on the rise according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).

Properties have been selling quickly in the first days of spring as the market looks to make a recovery from last year.

Typically spring is where the real estate market really heats up, and experts are predicting that Perth's market will have its best sale season in years.

The release of the Housing Supply and Affordability Reform (HSAR) report on Thursday (August 30) has generated debate about how well the report's recommendations suit individual states.

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is offering a helping hand to non-English speaking people trying to find a rental property.

The idea of selling your own home may sound good but there are a few pitfalls you should watch out for.

Home buyers may be interested to hear about the release of a report which offers suggestions on ways state governments can further improve housing affordability and supply across Australia.