Australia property market news
Keep up with the latest Australian property market news here at Property Guides. We cover all the updates that matter if you’re looking to buy property in Australia, including legislation, market forecasts, and housing developments. You’ll also find handy tips and insights to help you on your buying journey.
Where to buy in Australia for the best wellbeing
For many, a move to Australia is motivated by the allure of a life in the sunshine: long days out on a bicycle, beach picnics, family-friendly neighbourhoods and a good dose of Aussie charm. While most of the country does indeed offer a high quality of life, we’re digging into the results of a new report to discover the areas ranked as best for wellbeing.Read more...
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5 beautiful beach towns to buy a home in Australia
Television shows like Home and Away, H20: Just Add Water and Reef Break have firmly established Australia as a beautiful location for a dip. And if you feel that Australia’s sun-soaked shores are calling – if you feel the itch to embrace your inner surfer, sand stroller or even mermaid – this is the article for you. We’ll be diving into five fantastic beach towns to look for an Australian home.Read more...
Moving to Australia: how much does it really cost?
Itching to move to Oz but feeling disheartened by reports of how expensive life has become there? Don’t despair – recent reports reveal the cheapest places to rent down under and bargain spots where city beach homes won’t break the bank. We pick out the headline facts for you…Read more...
Live by the world’s best beach: The Pass, Byron Bay
Australia is famous for its beaches. Its soaring waves, superb swimmers, surfers, sun-kissed bathers and even its mermaids. But of all the beaches, which is the best?Read more...
10 quirky small towns to buy a home in Australia
Sydney, Melbourne and Perth tend to dominate the international property buyer’s imagination. But if the blare of the big city is not for you, you might find your feet in one of these small towns. Each offers a gentler pace of life, surrounded by nature, be that the coast, the rainforest or the desert. Discover two towns named after animals, the country’s counter-culture capital and a town that is literally built underground.Read more...
Could you benefit from Australia’s new migration strategy?
In December, Australia released a new and long-awaited migration strategy. Dubbing the current system as “broken”, the new migration system aims to put an end to “back doors” and to be more effective at attracting skilled workers to the country’s shores. We take a look at the key changes.Read more...
Australia’s property market in 2024: a surge for Perth and other insights
Are you keen to buy in Australia in 2024? Here’s an overview of the Australian property market in 2023 and a look at what is in store for the coming year.Read more...
Announced: rule changes for foreign investors in Australia
The Australian government has announced rule changes for foreign investors looking to buy a home there. We look at what this could mean for Australian property plans.Read more...
Buying in Australia from afar: tips for foreign investors
Buying a home in Australia as a non-resident can be complex. Whether you are buying from afar or are only on a temporary visa, you’ll have to seek approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board. There are also restrictions on the type of home you can buy. Let’s unpack it.Read more...
Could your dream home be along Australia’s Sunshine Coast?
Australia’s Sunshine Coast is ideal for overseas buyers looking for a relaxed, family-friendly vibe in…yes, the sun! With a dazzling choice of beaches that you can swim in all year long and wonderful nature to explore, here are ten reasons why your dream home really could be along Australia’s Sunshine Coast.Read more...
What makes Melbourne and Sydney such liveable cities?
Ranking in at third (Melbourne) and fourth (Sydney), Australia did well on the Global Liveability Index. We unpack how they differed and touch on why we think both cities are a great place to call home.Read more...
