The Australian property market is continuing to shift—but not in a simple up or down cycle. Instead, we’re seeing a more complex, location-driven landscape where borrowing power, affordability, and supply are shaping buyer decisions. In this update, we break down what’s happening across the country and what it means for you as a buyer or investor in today’s market.
The RBA’s rate hike to 3.85% has tightened lending, yet buyer demand and prices remain strong. Success now favours prepared buyers who know their budgets and act decisively. With the right guidance, opportunities still exist for confident, strategic decisions in this market.
Understanding the difference between auctions and private sales is key when buying property in Australia. Auctions provide transparency, speed, and potential bargains but require quick decisions and have no cooling-off period, while private sales offer more time, negotiation flexibility, and a cooling-off period but can be slower and less transparent. A Moove Buyer’s Agent can guide you through either process, providing expert research, strategy, and negotiation support to help you buy smarter and with confidence.
Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. Many first-home buyers struggle with budget uncertainty, deposit planning, and choosing the right suburb. At Moove, we help you cut through the stress and create a clear plan from strategy to settlement. We guide you on what you can afford, how to access government schemes, and where to buy to suit your lifestyle. With Moove, you can start your home-buying journey with confidence and clarity.
Understanding your borrowing power helps you plan, buy smarter, and avoid surprises. Family support—through guarantor loans, gifted deposits, or co-buying—can boost your borrowing power and get you into the market sooner. At Moove Buyers Agents, we provide personalised guidance, research, and negotiation to help you make confident property decisions.
As we move into 2026, the Australian property market is faster and more competitive than many expected. Looking back at the key lessons from 2025, this article explores what buyers and investors should prepare for in the year ahead and why the right guidance can make all the difference in a fast-moving market.
As 2025 draws to a close, Australia’s property market is finishing the year with stronger-than-expected momentum. National home values rose 0.5% in November, pushing annual growth to its fastest pace since mid-2022. With demand remaining high, supply tight and buyers increasingly turning to smaller capitals and regional hubs, the market is showing clear signs of a late-cycle surge. For buyers and investors, the months ahead may bring both opportunity and renewed competition as we move into 2026.
Brisbane’s property market is evolving. Buyers are seeking lifestyle and investment opportunities, while outer-city areas gain attention. With expert guidance, you can find strategic properties across Brisbane and beyond.
We’re thrilled that Moove is ranked 13th on the AFR Fast Starters 2025 list, joining Australia’s fastest-growing young companies.
This milestone reflects the hard work of our team, partners and the trust of our clients: helping Australians navigate one of life’s biggest purchases with confidence.
If you thought housing prices were spooky, brace yourself, momentum is back. Prices are rising at their fastest pace in four years. Buyers are flooding open homes while sellers hold tight.
Queensland’s property market offers a unique mix of coastal living, vibrant cities and growing regional hubs making it an ideal choice for both homebuyers and investors. Whether you’re considering Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast or other parts of South East Queensland, understanding the market is essential before buying property in Queensland.
At Moove, we understand that buying property isn’t just about finding the right home or investment, it’s also about ensuring the finances align with your goals. An essential component of that process is finance and that’s where mortgage brokers play a crucial role.
A guide price is the estimate the agent or vendor publishes to suggest what the property might fetch under current market conditions. However, the reality is that these guides are often designed to generate interest rather than represent the actual market value.
The Australian Government has systematically dismantled housing affordability over the past decade. Their actions have created relentless upward pressure on prices through three distinct waves:
Originally slated for a January 2026 start, the Albanese government has brought forward its expanded First Home Guarantee (FHG), which allows first-home buyers to purchase with a low deposit by three months, launching the scheme on 1 October 2025.
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