Property

WA tops house-building rankings, but supply pressures persist
30 April 2026

Western Australia has retained its position as the strongest home-building market in the country, according to the latest Housing Scorecard from the Housing Industry Association.

Reforms could drive investors out and worsen rental shortage, expert says
28 April 2026

CGT and negative gearing changes could push investors out, cut rental supply, worsen shortages, and lift rents, according to a property expert.

WA unveils $250m guarantee to unlock housing supply
16 April 2026

The Western Australian government has committed $250 million in the 2026–27 state budget to underwrite apartment pre-sales and accelerate housing supply.

Brokers react to new property ladder data
15 April 2026

A new dataset tracking property ladder movement across Australia’s major capitals is providing fresh insight into how borrowers are navigating shifting rate environments.

Why lenders are reluctant to finance modular homes
9 April 2026

While Australians are increasingly turning to modular homes, lender appetite for financing the sector remains limited.

NSW development guarantee gains momentum, brokers question efficacy
9 April 2026

The NSW government has backed another apartment project with its $1 billion Presale Guarantee project, as part of its push to unlock development.

Yield vs. Growth: Brisbane’s Middle-Ring Suburbs in 2026
1 March 2026

If you are researching Brisbane property in 2026, your attention has probably moved beyond the inner suburbs. Prices close to the CBD have risen steadily over the past few years, which means ...

Expansion-led borrowing signals SME confidence
5 February 2026

New data from digital non-bank lender OnDeck indicates that SME activity is returning to growth, with figures showing a rise in borrowing for expansion rather than short-term survival.

What does Australia’s housing market look like for 2026?
5 January 2026

As 2026 begins, housing conditions remain stable on the surface, but uneven beneath.

Housing Australia rebrands funding programs
23 December 2025

Housing Australia has streamlined and rebranded its suite of social and affordable housing funding products in a move aimed at making it easier for applicants to navigate funding pathways ...