Has the Market Peaked? Perth’s property market has experienced remarkable growth since 2020, outpacing every other capital city until now, but recent data suggests the pace of growth may be slowing. This analysis unpacks whether Perth’s market is past its prime or if there’s still price growth ahead by examining
Homeownership remains a cornerstone dream for many Australians, but with property prices climbing across major cities, understanding the income needed to purchase a median-priced home has become critical. Let’s break down exactly what it takes to enter today’s property market. Current Property Market Snapshot As of June 2025, the Australian
Australia’s population growth rate ranks among the highest in the developed world, with net overseas migration (NOM) serving as the primary driver of this growth. For property investors, understanding the origins of new Australian residents can provide an insight into future housing demand. Australia’s Migration Boom: The Numbers Recent data
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85% on May 20, 2025, a move which was expected by most of the forecasting industry. Why the RBA Cut the Interest Rate in May 2025 This decision comes as inflation has returned
Australia’s property market is responding to Labor’s 2025 Federal Election victory against a backdrop of chronic housing shortages, worsening affordability, and interest rates that are relatively high compared to the average of the last decade. With Labor’s housing-focused policies now moving from promise to implementation, both immediate and long-term impacts
Australia’s current housing shortage is frequently attributed to high population growth rates. But is this growth a recent situation, or has Australia always experienced high population growth? Understanding the drivers behind our population trends will help to clarify the situation now, but also what we can expect in the future
The 2025-26 Federal Budget has introduced a substantial $33 billion housing initiative, marking Australia’s largest government intervention aimed at addressing the housing crisis. Despite this significant commitment, key indicators suggest that housing challenges may not only persist, but could potentially worsen in the coming years due to fundamental supply constraints.
Australia’s property landscape is experiencing a significant transformation driven by changing demographics and sustained population growth. With projections indicating the national population will reach 31 million by 2035, understanding population movements has become crucial for property investment strategy. Recent demographic shifts are creating new patterns of housing demand with direct
Rental yields play a crucial role for property investors, driving the cashflow equation and can make all the difference in the investor’s ability to hold onto the asset over the long run and benefit from capital growth. With returns varying across both capital cities and regional hotspots, it pays to
Australia’s property landscape is undergoing significant change as major infrastructure investments reshape both cities and regional areas. The government is set to commit $120 billion over the next decade to projects that transform transportation, energy, and urban development. This wave of funding is changing the way Australians live, work, and