‘Under pressure’: alarming trend pushing young out of Sydney
Gen Z have slammed Sydney saying the city isn’t delivering a vital thing they need – and many now want to leave.
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Security pulled as Royals’ $57m feud explodes
Disgraced Royal Prince Andrew could be left homeless after a $57m feud between him and King Charles has exploded.
Inner city rentals under $500 a week
New data has revealed the inner city suburbs where renters can snap up a pad for under $500 a week.
Aussie sex, drug den: Pink Flamingo brothel ad exposed
Two rooms within a notorious pink brothel once at the centre of a drug, bribery, kidnapping and police scandal are being offered as a place to live – for a surprising cost.
Landlord superprofits: Rent spikes to $131k a year
Short term landlords are raking in super profits in 13 key local councils, with median rent hitting a shock high of $131k – more than the majority of Aussie wages.
Finally good news for Aussie renters
As Australia’s population grows and demand for rental properties increase, one factor has ensured rental vacancy rates remained relatively steady throughout July.
Rents fall at fastest rate since Covid hit
The ongoing rental crisis has taken a surprise turn, with rents recording the biggest falls since the Covid pandemic first hit in 2020.
Reality of Aussie rental crisis laid bare
One simple detail in recent household behaviour has exposed the reality of the Aussie rental crisis, as rents continue to grow at their fastest pace in more than a decade.
‘Sick joke’: MP blows up on housing
The government’s housing policies have been labelled a ‘sick joke’ in a fiery interview.
Landlord pays renter $6500 in compensation
A bitter dispute has emerged between a young woman and her rental agency over repairs and a rental increase that left her with $18 a week for food.
Cost of a home: Australia’s most expensive rental revealed
The most expensive rental available in Australia is asking tenants to pay a whopping $1.3m a year – the same price it costs to buy your own home.
‘WTF’: Renters rage at real estate’s odd post
A real estate agency has been blasted after tenants were presented with a “highly patronising” award.
‘Unmatched’: Money guru puts $30m Byron retreat up for rent
Money guru Mark Bouris has put his stunning Byron Bay retreat on the rental market but there are a few catches.
‘So scared’: worst people in real estate revealed
When it comes to buying or selling a home or even if you’re just looking for fun, there’s one group of people you shouldn’t be listening to.
Renter gets bond back after years-long fight
A Melbourne renter has won her bond back after almost two years and she says her case serves as a warning to other tenants.
Housing crisis’ harrowing effect on kids
A staggering number of vulnerable children seeking help from homelessness services are being turned away, a new report has found.
Mum ‘shocked’ by landlord’s horror ask
A mum has revealed the “dangerous” situation that appeared in her front yard – at the same time she was slugged with a rent hike.
26yo stunned by landlord’s wild request
The rental crisis isn’t slowing down anytime soon and one desperate tenant has revealed a landlord’s demand that left her fuming.
Renter’s wild fight over $1100 cleaning bill
A Triple J presenter has shared insane details of a legal fight with her landlord over an unnecessary $1100 cleaning bill of their old rental property.
Kardashian insider sells uber trendy Sydney pad
A super cool Sydney pad owned by a personal shopper to the stars has sold for $200k over expectations in just three days.
Embattled Channel 9 boss’ big money move amid strike
With his company embroiled in strike action, embattled Channel 9 boss Mike Sneesby has made a savvy money move.
Scary reason rents could rise by $3000
There are warnings that life could be made “financially harder for younger Australians” with rents to soar and property prices to spike an extra $75,000 too.
Inside the gold medal homes of our Olympic champions
Some of Australia’s greatest Paris Olympians have ploughed their money into the perfect places to live, train and recover. Check them out.
Rent change that will upset bad landlords
A massive change for renters in one Australian state promises to help tenants “build a home and a life on surer ground”.
Shock bank balance you now need to be ‘rich’
Aussies have revealed the amount in savings, plus super, equity and investments, they think you need to be considered wealthy – and it’s not what you’d expect.
Beachside unit for rent for $6500 per week
A billionaire fund manager’s incredible $14m beachside home has just hit the rental market … look what you get for a cool $6,500 per week.
Property driving family of Olympic swimming champ Ariarne Titmus
As if they don’t have enough on this weekend, Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus’ family are seeing her take on the world in Paris, have an open home plus an apartment up for rent.
Simple add-on that can add huge value to your home
More and more Aussies are realising this often neglected aspect of their home is now a must-have.
Trade-offs renters are making to get a home
There are glimmers of hope for Aussie renters amid the housing crisis, new data shows, but many are still making sacrifices to get a home.
33yo’s mortgage ditching exposes 2024 truth
A former landlord has revealed why she ditched her mortgages to become a renter in 2024.
‘Sprawling’ crisis leaves Aussies on brink
New analysis has revealed key Aussie workers are being priced out of homes further and further away from the city, as the rental crisis begins to “sprawl”.
Graph reveals harsh rental reality
Australia’s rental market remains in a severe shortage and things are not expected to get better for some time. However, there is a slight silver lining.
Group hit hardest by the rental crisis
Overcrowding could be on the rise again as experts warn one group may be particularly vulnerable to sub-par accommodation amid the rental crisis.
‘This is why you’re not getting a rental’
A Sydney real estate agent has come under fire for offering one piece of brutal advice to would-be renters.
‘Dystopian’: Tiny apartment listed for $300
A capsule “apartment” listed for $300 per week has sparked criticism, with renters questioning whether the property meets minimum living standards.
‘Worst’: Blow for Aussies earning $110k
With Australia’s housing and rental crisis set to get worse before getting better, there’s one quick fix that can government can do right now.
40yo that can’t even afford to rent anymore
A Melbourne comedian has revealed the landlord act that left her feeling “worthless”, branding the city’s rental crisis a “dumpster fire”.
Mum told to ‘manifest’ self a house
A “frantic and desperate” mother says their desperate search for a rental included being shown safe places to pitch a tent and being told to ‘manifest’ a home.
Paparazzo, ex-mayor’s weird unit up for rent for $3500 a week
The unusual pad of flamboyant celebrity photographer and reality TV star Darryn Lyons has hit the market asking $3500 per week rent. But his interior stylings may not be everyone’s cup of tea.
Homeowners enjoying record selling conditions
Homeowners are revelling in profitmaking conditions not seen in almost two decades, however there is evidence of increased stressed sales, the latest research reveals.
Surprise change making it easier for renters
Tenants have been delivered some rare good news, with the supply of available homes increasing over recent months – and it’s due to the actions of one group.
Best city to get a cheaper home
With home prices continuing to rise despite high interest rates, where is the best place to buy a home?
Celebrity real estate agent reveals biggest mistake you can make
Celebrity real estate icon Ryan Serhant, who recently visited Australia, explains the biggest mistake he sees people making when it comes to property.
Woman wakes to find realtor in bedroom
A long-term tenant was left ‘terrified’ by a trespassing real estate agent who woke her and her two-year-old son in their bedroom during an inspection.
Home loan guru’s big money warning
Home loan guru Mark Bouris has issued a stern warning for Aussie homeowners.
‘Every corner:’ Figures reveal Aussie crisis
Data on Australia’s precarious housing crisis has revealed the hot spots where rents are soaring, with some tenants slapped with rises above $350 a week.
Grim salary reality that left 24yo sobbing
A young Aussie earning what many might consider a dream salary has revealed why it’s no longer enough to cover the most basic of needs in 2024.
‘10 years’: Dire prediction for Aussie homes
The government is spending tens of billions of dollars to address Australia’s housing crisis, but will it move the needle? A top economist has issued a grim prediction.
One group to get cheap rent in major city
A key group of capital city workers will be able to access cut-price rent in brand new apartments under a new subsidy program.
Landlord reveals Aus city he’ll ‘never’ buy in
Furious landlords are vowing to flee one Aussie state, with one claiming selling is the only way to “end the nightmare”.
Surprise rent news for Aussie tenants
Aussie renters have been offered some relief after a surprising decline was recorded in advertised rents in capital cities.
New skyscraper granted ‘unlimited’ height
This could just be the never-ending skyscraper.
‘Bloody joke’: Landlords lose it over new rules
Unhappy landlords in one Aussie state are raging over proposed changes to rental laws, with some going as far as threatening to sell their properties.
Bleak outlook for state’s renters
The number of homes occupied by renters in one state has plummeted by more than 10,000 as rents continue to rise.
Struggling renters could have extra say in next election
Cash strapped tenants could play a decisive role in the next federal election, with key marginal seats now recording some of the worst rental affordability in the country.
New $280m hope for Sydney renters
New build-to-rent project is coming to a sought over Sydney suburb set to inject 291 apartments into the rental market.
Under $500pw: Where to find Sydney’s cheapest rents
These are the Sydney suburbs with the most affordable rentals, including where rents are still below $500 per week.
Landlords smashed with new rules
A bigger battle is shaping up between landlords and renters, but one property owner has argued they should combine forces to fight against the government.
Boomers urged to leave Australia
A bold new housing proposition calls for older Australians to leave the country to help fix a major crisis.
State with worst housing stress revealed
Renters and first home buyers are facing the “sharp end” of a hostile housing market, with one Aussie state revealed to have the worst housing stress than anywhere else in the country.
‘Rogues’ try to swindle 82yo out of ski lodge
A couple who befriended an elderly bachelor and moved into his six-bedroom ski lodge have been blasted as manipulative “rogues”.
Logan investors: ‘Our leap of faith paid off’
Hard work and dedication have landed a migrant couple keys to their first investment property to have a go in ‘the country of opportunity’. FIND OUT MORE
Terrible news if you’re trying to buy a house
Aussie house prices have reached record highs in May with one capital city spiking a whopping 20 per cent in the space of a year.
‘F*** you’: Influencer slams landlords
A jaw-dropping post in a secret Facebook group for landlords has sparked fury among renter advocates, amid Australia’s worsening housing crisis.
‘Don’t blame us’: Foreigners hit back
Almost 900,000 migrants have descended on Australia in the past two years but they reject “appalling” claims they’re to blame for the housing crisis.
Terrifying news for one-in-three Australians
A horror warning has been sent out for one-in-three Australians who are about to fork out a significant amount more money.
Aussie landlord’s insane rent increase whinge
An Aussie landlord has had her fellow property owners turn on her after whinging about not being able to get around a “frustrating” rental rule.
Aussie takes on landlord, wins $7k
Millions of renters have dreamt of taking on their landlord and, even better, scoring cheaper rent. Now one Aussie has revealed how he did it.
‘Nothing left’: Mum crushed by rent crisis
A single mum has shared her devastating experience at the heart of a worsening crisis that shows few signs of easing.
Vacancy rate drops in Darwin
The Darwin rental market tightened in April with new data showing the Territory capital recorded the sharpest monthly vacancy rate decline in Australia.
More choice for Townsville tenants
The Townsville rental market eased in April with new data showing the vacancy rate increased for the month alongside national figures. SEE HOW TOWNSVILLE COMPARES.
Essential item Aussies are ditching revealed
Desperate Aussies struggling due to the cost of living crisis are resorting to ditching essential items to manage their money.
Insane reason renter had to do this
A family-of-four has been in a desperate battle to get one simple change made to their rental.
‘Gotta go’: Locals react to Albo renter
The Prime Minister’s tenant has asked for mercy but his story hasn’t attracted much sympathy among neighbours.
Truth behind Albo’s ‘ruthless’ eviction
Anthony Albanese’s defence of his eviction plans for his investment home tenant have centred around rental costs, but are they on the money?
First homebuyers charge back into the market
First home buyers are flooding back into the property market, seeing opportunities not witnessed since before the Covid pandemic.
Neverending storm: Brisbane remains a renter’s nightmare
Brisbane’s rental storm shows no signs of ending as vacancy rates barely rise, according to the latest PropTrack Market Insight Report.
Albo’s tenant’s ex’s bombshell claim
The ex of Anthony Albanese tenant has let slip a massive claim about the PM’s eviction drama.
Grim rental effect of Aussie WFH trend
The rise of Australians with their own home office has contributed to Australia’s rental property shortage, a senior RBA official has warned.
‘Sims-like’ rental pic taken down
A notorious housing justice campaigner has revealed his newest target that has caused the internet to erupt in laughter.
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