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04/05/2026

FYI re Home Values

Today Cotality Australia released their Home Value Index, revealing the index rose 0.3% in April, the slowest pace of growth since January 2025, just ahead of last year’s rate-cutting cycle. The national result was dragged lower by Sydney and Melbourne, where values fell 0.6% over the month. Sydne...

01/05/2026

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Cotality Australia's April housing stats were released this morning. There are a lot of moving parts at the moment, but it’s not surprising to see the market losing momentum. The 0.3% month on month rise in the national index was the smallest since January last year (the month prior to the first o...

29/04/2026

Here is a spot-on observation from a coach/trainer on LinkedIn

Most sellers think the first offer is just the warm-up… but in real estate, it’s often the main event. That early buyer isn’t lucky, they’re loaded, ready, and emotionally invested after months of searching. When you ignore that moment, you don’t just lose a number… you lose the premium ...

05/04/2026

FYI

03/04/2026

26/03/2026

Sharing again!

From $12,500 Homes to $1M Deals — What 5 Decades in Property Taught MeThe first-ever podcast episode of Bertram Daniel – a journey through time, technology, ...

26/03/2026

Dr Nicola Powell
Chief of Research and Economics

Melbourne has seen an increase in total listings, improving choice for buyers, although stock levels remain marginally lower than a year ago following a period of elevated supply. Conditions are more balanced than other capitals, and the level of available listings is beginning to weigh on competition. Auction clearance rates declined to their lowest February level since 2019 and have softened further into March. This is starting to show in broader market conditions, with days on market and discounting edging higher. As interest rates rise, Melbourne’s more price-sensitive market is likely to see a slower and more uneven pace of growth.

11/03/2026

Auction clearance rates for last week

15/02/2026

This might be of interest

The difference between the most expensive and the cheapest is quite stark, new data shows, but the priciest in some capital cities isn't even $1 million.

13/02/2026

Wow! Check this one out!

Great location! Good floor plan!

Positioned in the highly sought-after Hawkstowe precinct, this beautifully presented three-bedroom residence offers an exceptional opportunity for first-home buyers seeking quality and for downsizers wanting comfort without compromise.Surrounded by the natural beauty of Plenty Gorge Parklands a...