21 JULY 2025 Editorial by REIV Interim CEO Jacob Caine, Published in the Herald Sun on 19 July 2025 The significant challenges facing Victoria’s rental market are well known. Rents have risen dramatically, vacancy rates are at record lows, and pressure is mounting on all sides. Renters are understandably struggling. But so too are rental providers who are navigating a system that is...
08 July 2025 House and unit prices across Victoria have risen for a second consecutive quarter as interest rate cuts, climbing wages and easing living costs drive renewed market confidence. Quarterly median data from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has shown that in the three-month period to 30th June (Q2 2025), house prices climbed 0.4 percent and units climbed 1.3 percent compared to...
04 July 2025 Education isn’t just a priority for Melbourne families – it’s often the defining factor in where they choose to live. When a family is looking to buy a home, delivering the best educational outcomes for their children frequently drives their purchasing decisions. One of the most evident signs is in property prices around high-performing school catchments. Analysing REIV’s median...
17 June 2025 The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released new tools and tailored guidance to help property investors and real estate professionals get their tax returns right this year. Tailored Tax Tips for Real Estate Workers The occupation guide includes: Which deductions can be claimed Income that must be declared Recordkeeping requirements You can...
20 May 2025 MEDIA RELEASE The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has highlighted the lack of meaningful property sector reform in the 2025-26 Victorian State Budget (Budget), amid concerning new data reflecting diminishing investor confidence and the Victorian government reportedly forecast to generate $18.2 billion from property taxes this financial year. While welcoming positive budgetary...