Property News And Guides

Guides and market updates written by the RentBuy team for buyers, renters and sellers across Australia.

Market
Buyers gain more choice, but the house affordability gap remains wide
Homes are taking longer to sell and total listings have increased, strengthening buyers’ negotiating position. New Domain research nevertheless finds detached houses remain far above typical search budgets.
RentBuy Team18 Sep 20264 min read
Market
NAB and ANZ lift fixed home loan rates before the September RBA decision
Two major banks have raised fixed mortgage rates before the RBA meets on 28 and 29 September. Borrowers should compare the cost and flexibility of fixing rather than treating a fixed rate as a forecast.
RentBuy Team18 Sep 20264 min read
Market
Sydney Inner West opens alternative housing plan for public feedback
Proposed zoning, height and density changes across numerous Inner West suburbs are now open for consultation, with residents able to check how individual properties may be affected.
RentBuy Team17 Sep 20264 min read
Selling
Resale profits retreat as apartment owners carry more of the downturn
Most sellers are still making nominal gains, but Cotality data shows profitability has passed its peak and apartment resales in Melbourne and Sydney face greater risks.
RentBuy Team17 Sep 20264 min read
Market
New home sales fall 10% as the 2027 construction pipeline weakens
New home sales have fallen for four consecutive months, raising the risk that fewer detached homes will start construction in 2027 despite Australia’s continuing housing shortage.
RentBuy Team17 Sep 20264 min read
Market
Spring selling season 2026: what buyers and sellers should expect
More homes hit the market between September and November than at any other time of year. Here is how to make that work for you, whichever side of the deal you are on.
RentBuy Team10 Sep 20263 min read
Buying
First home buyer grants and schemes explained
Between the federal deposit guarantee, state grants and stamp duty concessions, there is real money on the table for first home buyers. Here is how the pieces fit together.
RentBuy Team7 Sep 20263 min read
Renting
How to write a rental application that stands out
Property managers often have a dozen applications for one home. Here is what they look for, and how to be the one they call back.
RentBuy Team3 Sep 20263 min read

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Property News And Guides

Buyers gain more choice, but the house affordability gap remains wide

NAB and ANZ lift fixed home loan rates before the September RBA decision

Sydney Inner West opens alternative housing plan for public feedback

Resale profits retreat as apartment owners carry more of the downturn

New home sales fall 10% as the 2027 construction pipeline weakens

Spring selling season 2026: what buyers and sellers should expect

First home buyer grants and schemes explained

How to write a rental application that stands out