We are seeing good competition at auctions this Autumn, with the national combined capital city clearance rate holding above 60%, which is considered the benchmark for a balanced market. Looking ahead, we’ll see a pause in market activity over the Easter school holidays in mid-April. In addition, with the Federal Election…
The National Housing Accord is a federal initiative designed to address Australia’s housing shortage, aiming to build 1.2 million homes over five years says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Cyclone Alfred serves as an important reminder to all home owners and investors to keep your property insurance policies up to date to protect what are usually your biggest financial assets, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
A new CoreLogic survey shows 63% of Australian adults own at least one property – either their own home or an investment, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
With more than 2,500 homes nationwide going under the hammer each week early signs are very positive, with the national clearance rate hovering around the mid-65% mark in February. By John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Prestige Australian waterfront residences are among the world’s most valuable and sought-after properties says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Hobart has a reputation for being a vibrant food and culture destination, with a beautiful coastline and fascinating history. Now the Tasmanian capital may be about to earn another label – the home of a comparatively affordable housing market. As discussed in the McGrath Report 2025, softening median home values meant…
Last year was a landmark year for Brisbane, with the Olympics host city briefly taking the silver medal position among Australia’s capital cities in the property price stakes, says John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents.
Price growth was generally strongest in the more affordable suburbs of the capital cities and regions last year. CoreLogic data shows that in every capital city bar Canberra, growth was highest in the lower price quartile of the market. A key reason for this is higher-for-longer interest rates, which continued to…
