What is Build-to-Rent?

May 6 2024

Build-to-rent is often described as an innovative response to the housing shortage. As state and federal governments continue to plan and implement measures to overcome Australia’s chronic housing challenges, we unpack the BTR model and what it means to those working in real estate.

Housing approvals and rental bonds - is there a correlation?

May 6 2024

The link between building approvals and the prevalence of rental bonds in the market is not necessarily an obvious one. However, it is self-evident in some parts of the state that an increase in approvals leads to improvements in housing supply that is then delivered to the rental market.

REIV proposes digitising hard copy documentation at Victorian public auctions

April 30 2024

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has made a submission to the Victorian Government’s review of Sale of Land (Public Auctions) Regulations 2014, calling for an amendment that allows for the digital provision of documentation at auctions.