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NSW residents chime in on rental reforms, the big four banks report residential loan growth, and a Western Australian agent raises a red flag about pets on properties.
Welcome to REB’s weekly round-up of headline stories that are important to both the real estate sector and the state of the Australian property market.
To compile this list, we consider the week’s most read stories and the news that matters to you, collating your need-to-know property report from across our site and sister brands. Here are the biggest stories of the week:
1. What NSW residents think of potential rental reforms
The state government has released the results of its survey on changes it has proposed to the Residential Tenancies Act.
2. All major banks report resi loan growth: APRA
All major banks recorded mortgage loan book growth in January, as the regulator reveals the latest statistics for ADIs.
3. Broome agent raises alarm over dog attack
In the wake of a traumatic attack, a real estate principal has issued a powerful warning to owners and tenants.
4. New shadow assistant minister for home ownership announced
The leader of the opposition has announced changes to his shadow ministry, welcoming a new shadow assistant minister for home ownership.
5. Beware rogue tradies,’ warns SA government
The South Australian government has delivered a warning to those looking to hire a tradesperson.
APRA has confirmed it has removed restrictions to an RADI, allowing it to operate as a fully fledged bank.
7. Brokers are helping FHBs find new ways to enter the market
Lendi Group has found that brokers are helping first home buyers find “savvy” solutions to enter the market in a challenging property and lending environment.
8. How NSW’s new building regulator is impacting the industry
NSW’s new Building Commission is in the process of taking control of the state’s building and construction regulation from Fair Trading.
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