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Contributed By: Stuart Crombie on

The Queensland property market in early 2026 continues to make headlines as one of the most competitive and growth-oriented real estate environments in Australia. Fueled by strong demand, limited supply, interstate migration and major infrastructure projects, housing values across both metropolitan and regional areas have been on the rise – presenting a complex picture for buyers, sellers and investors alike. Rising Prices & Tight Supply: What Buyers Are Facing For prospective homebuyers in Queensland, the market remains challenging. Low inventory and high demand have kept prices climbing, particularly in Southeast Queensland where Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are key drivers of state growth.Read More →

Contributed By: Claire Ryan - REIQ on

The Queensland region with the tightest residential vacancy rate in the state is primed for a turnaround, after its Council cut fees to incentivise multi-dwelling construction. Goondiwindi Regional Council (GRC) is introducing a year-long rebate for all Council fees and charges associated with constructing new multi-dwelling buildings such as units, townhouses, duplexes and granny flats. Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) COO Dean Milton said the move, welcomed by the real estate peak body today, was an exemplary way Council’s could help incentivise much-needed new housing supply. “With the Goondiwindi region hovering barely above the ‘no vacancy’ line at just 0.1 per cent for theRead More →

 QLD MANAGEMENT RIGHTS MARKET REPORT — APRIL 2026Data sourced from TheOnsiteManager.com.au | 512 total listings, ~180 QLD listings analysed with remuneration & letting pool data ─── Queensland’s management rights market remains one of the most active and unique property-business hybrid investment sectors in Australia. With over 500 management rights currently listed for sale nationally — the vast majority in QLD — the Sunshine State continues to dominate this niche industry. Here’s what the numbers tell us right now: ───  AVERAGE REMUNERATION PER LOT (IN LETTING POOL) — BY REGION | Region | Avg Remun./Lot | Listings Analysed | Range/Lot | | Gold Coast | $5,830 | ~55Read More →

Buying an investment property in another state or territory can open the door to a range of new opportunities. From more affordable price points to higher rental yields and market diversification, there are plenty of reasons to look beyond your own backyard. But investing interstate also requires careful planning, local insight, and the right financial support. Here are 7 practical tips to consider if you’re thinking about taking that next step. 1. Define your investment strategy Before exploring property listings, it’s helpful to think about what you want to achieve – whether that’s long-term value growth, consistent rental income, or managing cash flow. These goalsRead More →

Contributed By: Jane Garcia on

Queensland’s rental market has started 2025 with even fewer options for tenants, as vacancy rates continue to tighten across most of the state in the March 2025 quarter, with the number of tightening regions outweighing those that eased. According to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland’s (REIQ) latest Residential Vacancy Rate Report, released today, 24 of the 50 regions tightened, 12 held steady, and just 14 saw any relief. The statewide vacancy rate has slipped from 1.0% to 0.9% – breaking a three-quarter period of steady conditions and reinforcing the entrenched strain on rental supply. Notably, the pressure is being felt across most of theRead More →

Contributed By: Claire Ryan on

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) stands in solidarity with the residents, businesses and communities of North Queensland as they face devastating flooding. While the situation is still unfolding, the REIQ is anticipating extensive resources could be required for property assessments and helping those displaced from their homes. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said that in the aftermath of flooding, there were often many questions as to how to address the immediate and longer-term needs relating to housing. “Real estate professionals will be focused on helping their clients and community through this disaster,” Ms Mercorella said. “Sales agents and property managers in the affected regionsRead More →

Contributed By: Claire Ryan on

Queensland’s rapidly rising residential property prices stabilised over the September 2024 quarter (July – September 2024), as a wave of Spring sales began settling. The latest median sales results released by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) today, reveals a modest 0.26% increase in Queensland’s median house prices for the quarter, lifting to $772,000. While annual house price growth remains impressive across the state, some regions saw slight quarter-on-quarter dips, suggesting a slowdown rather than a halt in price growth. The Gold Coast, Brisbane, and Cairns were among the house markets showing signs of stabilisation, while regional areas like Mackay (8.83%), Noosa (7.37%), TownsvilleRead More →

Contributed By: Claire Ryan on

Making the dream of home ownership a reality for more Queenslanders is the overarching aim of the State Election policy suite launched today by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). From stamp duty reform, incentives to free up housing stock, through to removing barries to supply, the REIQ’s vision is to take Queensland to the top of the home ownership table by 2032. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the peak body’s policy paper ‘Levelling the playing field’ called on all political parties to rebuild the pathways to home ownership in Queensland. “The REIQ is advocating for an overall target of a home ownership rateRead More →

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We talk with Nick Buick the founder CEO of the Onsite Manager about the very start of what you need to do when thinking of becoming an Onsite Manager. https://www.theonsitemanager.com.au/ Listen here: https://apple.co/3wub8Lehttps://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/4GxcHWI5iCPTZk0uwZPZ1u?utm_source=generator ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/user-xyelbri7gupo ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealestatepodcast/?hl=en ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070592715418 ► Email:  myrealestatepodcast@gmail.com The latest real estate news, trends and predictions for Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. We include home buying tips, commercial real estate, property market analysis and real estate investment strategies. Including real estate trends, finance and real estate agents and brokers. Plus real estate law and regulations, and real estate development insights. AndRead More →

Contributed By: Claire Ryan on

The REIQ has weighed in following the Treasurer Cameron Dick’s announcement last night that a review of state property taxes and charges will be conducted after the election. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the peak body for real estate is expressing cautious support for the review, noting some reservations. “It’s promising that the goal of increasing housing supply has been identified as the focus of this review into state-based taxes and charges for the housing market,” Ms Mercorella said. “However, we know that ambiguous announcements such as these can rattle the confidence of the investment community and destabilise the property market. Moreover, it can have anRead More →

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