Picture this: you're walking through a beautifully restored 1920s craftsman home, admiring the original hardwood floors and decorative cornices, when suddenly you notice the lights dimming automatically as the sun sets. The heating kicks in without anyone touching a thermostat. Your phone buzzes with a notification that the smart security system has detected movement in the garden.
Joe James
May 07, 2026
Experienced business leader, entrepreneur and investor Sunny Bhasin has expanded his business portfolio and acquired one of Melbourne's most respected cabinetry and joinery businesses, Andave Cabinets, marking a significant new chapter for the 30-year-old company.
Joe James
Apr 24, 2026
U.S. mortgage rates remained largely stable Tuesday amid ongoing uncertainty from Middle East tensions, with the average 30-year fixed rate hovering around 6.38% to 6.50% depending on the lender survey, offering little relief for homebuyers entering the peak spring season.
Mike Clair
Apr 07, 2026
SYDNEY — Sydney's housing market has hit a speed bump in the first quarter of 2026, with home values falling modestly as buyers grapple with higher borrowing costs, cost-of-living pressures and uncertainty from the Middle East conflict, according to the latest data from major property analysts.
Tony Jackson
Apr 07, 2026
SYDNEY — With the Reserve Bank of Australia raising the official cash rate to 4.10% in March 2026, Sydney homebuyers and refinancers face higher borrowing costs, making the choice of mortgage lender more critical than ever for managing repayments on the city's premium property market.
Daniel Lee
Mar 26, 2026
The escalating US-Iran war has delivered a fresh inflationary shock to Australia through soaring fuel prices, forcing the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to hike its cash rate twice in quick succession and casting doubt on expected interest rate relief for mortgage holders in 2026.
Daniel Lee
Mar 26, 2026
The ongoing U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict has injected fresh uncertainty into Australia's housing market, driving up fuel and construction costs while prompting the Reserve Bank of Australia to hike interest rates, leaving potential buyers and sellers weighing whether now is the right time to act or to wait for greater clarity.
Tony Jackson
Mar 26, 2026
A potential interest rate increase by the Reserve Bank of Australia next month could push more than 1.2 million mortgage holders into financial strain, according to new modeling from Roy Morgan Research, as persistent inflation prompts major banks to forecast a February hike.
Daniel Lee
Jan 28, 2026
As housing prices and living expenses continue to climb in Australia's major metropolitan centers, many residents, students, and new migrants are turning to smaller cities and regional hubs for relief.
Daniel Lee
Jan 27, 2026
Sydney's housing market has long been the nation's most expensive, but the latest figures from Domain show the city's median house price has reached $1.76 million, the highest on record. The surge marks the 12th consecutive quarter of growth, defying predictions of a slowdown.
Daniel Lee
Jan 23, 2026
The Queensland government is set to make changes across the construction sector following the report of its productivity commission.
Bella Javier Liamzon
Jan 21, 2026
Australian home prices surged 1.1% in October 2025, the fastest monthly gain in over two years, adding $10,000 to median dwelling values. CoreLogic data shows Perth led with 1.9% growth while every capital city recorded gains. Annual growth hit 6.1% as rate cuts fuel property boom.
Michael Lee
Nov 04, 2025
Even high earners are seeing housing costs eat up more than 30% of their income, particularly in major cities and many regional areas.
Vidhya CK
Mar 18, 2025
Reducing carbon emissions requires a multifaceted strategy. Targeted decisions, from selecting low-carbon materials to rethinking construction processes, can have measurable impacts.
Wu Jun
Feb 13, 2025
"Capital city prices have increased substantially, making them less accessible for many buyers – in contrast, regional markets remain relatively affordable, which has kept demand metrics stronger there," Cameron Kusher, PropTrack's Director of Economic Research said.
Vidhya CK
Jan 21, 2025
AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver attributed the slowdown in the housing boom to high prices and limited housing supply.
Vidhya CK
Jan 10, 2025
According to property data firm CoreLogic, prices across the country dropped by 0.1% in December, while values in major cities fell by 0.2%.
Vidhya CK
Jan 03, 2025
According to Canstar's insights director, Sally Tindall, the cycle of cutting fixed rates appears to have paused for now. However, she suggests that there could be some relief in the new year, with potential rate cuts offering much-needed support to homeowners.
Vidhya CK
Dec 18, 2024
Based on PropTrack figures, homes priced under AU$600,000 are increasingly difficult to find, and properties under AU$400,000 are nearly disappearing in the country's five largest cities.
Vidhya CK
Dec 17, 2024
Located just under an hour's drive north of Melbourne's CBD, Mickleham has seen rapid population growth as young families, priced out of inner-city housing, move to more affordable areas. However, the development has raised concerns among locals and experts alike.
Vidhya CK
Dec 03, 2024
Turnkey Building Group acts as a buyer advocate, guiding clients through land purchases and serving as the main link between them and builders. Though not builders themselves, Turnkey's team helps clients navigate the market and manage the entire process.
Mae Cornes
Oct 24, 2024
The one-year plan, which came into effect from Monday, was aimed at helping the housing industry build more homes for both buyers and renters across the state, Premier Jacinta Allan said.
Vidhya CK
Oct 21, 2024
All have big housing affordability problems, caused by a strong economy and 30 years of largely unregulated speculative housing.
IBT Staff
Sep 28, 2018
Australian home prices have risen 60% in the past five years. That’s great news for the 7 million households who own one.
IBT Staff
Sep 05, 2018
The South African government’s plan to change the constitution to mention land expropriation without compensation could, ironically, end up strengthening the property rights on which investment depends.
IBT Staff
Aug 16, 2018
The Federal Court has fined Meriton Property Services $3 million for breaching the Australian Consumer Law.
Anne Lu
Jul 31, 2018
The Financial Services Royal Commission has exposed some irresponsible lending by Australia’s biggest banks. The question is whether the information brought to light by the commission will further push down property prices?
IBT Staff
May 15, 2018
By the end of this century, the world’s population will have increased by half – that’s another 3.6 billion people. With the global population rising at 45m per year, comes the inevitable rise in demand for food, water and materials, but perhaps most essentially, housing.
IBT Staff
Apr 23, 2018
When this New York millionaire went public with this controversial Amazon prediction...
IBT Staff
Jan 31, 2018
Australia's capital has ranked number three as the most expensive to rent a house behind Sydney and Melbourne's median house price.
Michelle Mapa
Apr 21, 2017
