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Fri, 27 Mar 2020	Read More
Local councils encouraged to support businesses by fast tracking planning applications
REIWA encourages local governments to come together and support local businesses and development projects. Find out more on what this means.

Wed, 25 Mar 2020	Read More
How you can still buy, sell or rent during the coronavirus outbreak
Looking to buy, rent or sell but not sure how it will work with the recent auction and home open restrictions? Find out more on what agents are doing to help during this uncertain time.

Wed, 25 Mar 2020	Read More
Real estate industry supports new coronavirus restrictions
REIWA welcomes the clarification on auctions and home opens, which as of midnight 25 March 2020, will cease until further notice. Find out more information on what this means.

Wed, 25 Mar 2020	Read More
Winners of the 2020 REIA National Awards for Excellence announced
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) have announced the winners of the 15th National Awards for Excellence. Find out who the special WA winners are!

Mon, 23 Mar 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 22 March 2020
Sales activity decreased seven per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 607 transactions. Find out how the rest of the property market performed during the week.

Sun, 22 Mar 2020	Read More
New relief package welcomed but more is needed to ensure housing security
REIWA is pleased that the Federal Government has announced they will introduce a relief package for up to $66 billion however more is needed to ensure housing security.

Fri, 20 Mar 2020	Read More
Relief package needed for property owners and tenants to protect their homes during COVID-19
REIWA is calling on the State and Federal Government to urgently introduce a relief package to ensure all West Australians have a roof over their head during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Wed, 18 Mar 2020	Read More
Safeguards needed to ensure housing security for landlords and tenants during the coronavirus pandemic
REIWA is urging the state government to consider additional rent assistance for residential tenants who lose their jobs and safeguards for landlords if the tenant can no longer afford to pay rent as a result of the Coronavirus.

Tue, 17 Mar 2020	Read More
Did you know that REIWA offers an Affiliate membership?
Did you know that REIWA offers an Affiliate membership? Find out more on what this membership includes and how to join.

Mon, 16 Mar 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 15 March 2020
Sales activity increased in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 657 transactions. Find out how the property market performed.

Sat, 14 Mar 2020	Read More
Has renting in WA started to change?
While the WA property market is not performing as it was during this peak time, there are signs of improvement. Find out more on how the rental market has improved.

Mon, 09 Mar 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 8 March 2020
Sales activity decreased in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 787 transactions. Find out how the property market performed.

Thu, 05 Mar 2020	Read More
Housing affordability declines two per cent nationally
According to the REIA Housing Affordability Report for the December 2019 quarter, affordability has declined two per cent. Find out how WA performed compared to the rest of the nation.

Wed, 04 Mar 2020	Read More
Perth rents increase for the first time since January 2017
Perth’s median rent increased to $360 per week in February and is the first increase the Western Australian property market has seen since January 2017. Find out how the rest of the property market performed in February.

Tue, 03 Mar 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 1 March 2020
Sales activity increased three per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 710 transactions. Find out how the rest of the property market performed last week.

Tue, 25 Feb 2020	Read More
Would you consider a Radburn lifestyle?
The only successful Radburn neighbourhood in the world is located right here in Perth, with Crestwood Estate celebrating 50 years. Find out what a Radburn neighbourhood is.

Mon, 24 Feb 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 23 February 2020
Sales activity decreased four per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 683 transactions. Find out how the property market performed last week.

Mon, 24 Feb 2020	Read More
Revealed: Top suburbs for WA property investors
Medina, Armadale and Parmelia are among the top 10 Perth suburbs for investors to keep an eye out for in 2020. Find out why these are among the top suburbs.

Mon, 17 Feb 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 16 February 2020
Sales activity decreased four per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 683 transactions. Find out how the rest of the property market performed.

Fri, 14 Feb 2020	Read More
REIWA warns against dropping current stamp duty relief
REIWA is warning against dropping the current 75 per cent rebate on off the plan purchases and instead focusing on ways to extend this initiative. Find out more on what these initiatives are.

Thu, 13 Feb 2020	Read More
Owner occupiers driving housing finance numbers
According to REIA, the value of loans for housing continues to be positive with the increase being driven by owner occupiers. Find out what this means for both the Australia and WA property market.

Mon, 10 Feb 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 9 February 2020
Sales activity increased 22 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 721 transactions. Find out how the rest of the property market fared this week.

Mon, 10 Feb 2020	Read More
reiwa.com rewards Scorchers fans this season
As major partner, reiwa.com celebrated the Perth Scorchers this season by rewarding fans with the chance to win a money can’t buy match day experience – simply by subscribing to the weekly reiwa.com newsletter.

Wed, 05 Feb 2020	Read More
2020 REIA National Awards for Excellence finalists announced
The finalists for the 15th National Awards for Excellence has been announced by REIA. Find out if your local agent or agency are a finalist.

Tue, 04 Feb 2020	Read More
Third month of positive news for Perth’s property market
Perth’s housing market is showing further signs of recovery after CoreLogic’s home value index has increased or remained stable for a third consecutive month. Find out more on how both the sales and rental market performed.

Mon, 03 Feb 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 2 February 2020
Sales activity decreased five per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 597 transactions. Find out how the rest of the sales and rental market performed.

Thu, 30 Jan 2020	Read More
Median weekly rent increases in seven WA regional centres
Seven of Western Australia’s nine regional centres recorded an increase in median weekly rent according to the latest reiwa.com’s data. Find out how regional WA performed in the December 2019 quarter.

Tue, 28 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 26 January 2020
Sales activity increased 11 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 595 transactions. See how the rest of the property market fared last week.

Thu, 23 Jan 2020	Read More
Vacancy rate continues to lower in December quarter
The Perth rental market continued its recovery in the December 2019 quarter, with the vacancy rate declining to 2.4 per cent and average days to lease falling to only 39 days. Find out how the rest of the rental market performed.

Wed, 22 Jan 2020	Read More
Check out the latest commercial market research reports
Looking for the latest information on the commercial property market? The latest reiwa.com research reports have been released.

Mon, 20 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 19 January 2020
Sales activity increased 11 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 595 transactions. Find out how the rest of the property market fared last week.

Thu, 16 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth properties selling quicker in December 2019 quarter
reiwa.com data has revealed that properties are selling 16 days quicker than they were in the September quarter. Find out how the rest of the sales market performed in the December quarter.

Tue, 14 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth's top selling suburbs in 2019 revealed
According to the latest reiwa.com data, Perth’s top selling suburb saw a 36 per cent increase in sales activity. Find out which were the top selling suburbs in 2019.

Mon, 13 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 12 January 2020
Sales activity increased in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 542 transactions. Find out how the property market performed last week.

Mon, 13 Jan 2020	Read More
Real estate industry responds to devastating bushfires
REIWA and REIA are proud to be part of an industry wide response to the devastation caused by the bushfires. Find out what this means and how you can help.

Wed, 08 Jan 2020	Read More
Back to school: finding your next home close to a good school
For some house hunters, finding the right home that is close to a good school is one of the most important factors. Find out which suburbs have new schools opening and how to see nearby schools on reiwa.com listings.

Tue, 07 Jan 2020	Read More
REIWA’s Community REInvest to help those impacted from the bushfires
From now, any donations that are made to REIWA’s Community REInvest program will now be going direct to the Disaster Appeal. Find out how you can donate.

Mon, 06 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 5 January 2020
Sales activity increased 16 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 249 transactions. See what were the property market performed last week.

Thu, 02 Jan 2020	Read More
Perth market stabilises in December
After solid gains in November, reiwa.com data reveals 64 per cent of Perth suburbs with statistically significant activity, saw stable or increased median house price movement during December.

Thu, 19 Dec 2019	Read More
Budget revisions show the state economy is looking up
REIWA is pleased the WA mid-year budget review has revealed that Western Australia’s economy is expected to grow by three per cent in 2019-20. Find out how the property market contributed to the budget during the mid-year review.

Mon, 16 Dec 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 15 December 2019
Sales activity decreased 14 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 568 transactions. Find out how the property market performed last week.

Fri, 13 Dec 2019	Read More
REIA re-elects President for second term
REIA has welcomed the re-election Adrian Kelly from Tasmania as President and Hayden Groves from WA as Deputy President for another 12 months.

Thu, 12 Dec 2019	Read More
Home open planner is now open for inspection
Home opens are a most common way for you to inspect a property and truly get a sense of if you can feel yourself living there. Find out how to make this part of your real estate journey as easy as possible.

Wed, 11 Dec 2019	Read More
New year, new market: positive signs expected for WA
REIWA’s 2020 outlook indicates the Western Australian property market should experience better conditions in the New Year. Find out what is expected for the sales and rental market in WA.

Mon, 09 Dec 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 8 December 2019
Sales activity decreased two per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 662 transactions compared to 683 the previous week. Find out more on how the property market performed last week.

Thu, 05 Dec 2019	Read More
Find out the latest commercial trends with these reports
The latest reiwa.com commercial market research reports which cover showrooms, warehouses, offices and retail sales for the March 2019 quarter, are now available to view online.

Wed, 04 Dec 2019	Read More
First home buyers take advantage of low interest rates
Housing affordability has improved across the country, seeing the highest percentage of first home buyers in the marketplace in eight years. Find out how affordability has improved in Western Australia.

Tue, 03 Dec 2019	Read More
Housing investment package a win for all West Aussies
REIWA welcomes the McGowan Government’s announcement for a new $150 million housing investment package as a means of stimulating the Western Australian economy. Find out what this means for the property market.

Mon, 02 Dec 2019	Read More
Perth dwelling value records first rise since April 2018
CoreLogic’s November Home Value Index has revealed that Perth’s dwelling value has increased 0.4 per cent in the last month – the first increase in over 18 months. Find out how the rest of the WA property market performed in November.

Mon, 02 Dec 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 1 December 2019
Sales activity remained stable in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 683 transactions compared to 647 the previous week. Find out how the property market fared last week.

Sat, 30 Nov 2019	Read More
It’s time to review our state tax system
In the lead up to the WA Mid Year Budget review, REIWA is once again appealing to the State Government to commit to undertaking a state tax review. Find out more on how REIWA believes this will help to boost the state's economy.

Mon, 25 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 24 November 2019
Sales activity remained stable in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 647 transactions compared to 648 the previous week. Find out more about how the market performed, including latest rental stats.

Mon, 25 Nov 2019	Read More
Stop violence against women
16 Days in WA to Stop Violence Against Women launches today, aiming to galvanise the Western Australian community into speaking out and shining a spotlight on all forms of abuse.

Mon, 18 Nov 2019	Read More
Let's dig deep for those struggling this holiday season
As partner of The Salvation Army, REIWA is encouraging West Australians to get behind the Salvos’ Annual Christmas Appeal to help bring holiday cheer to those families in WA this festive season.

Mon, 18 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 17 November 2019
Sales activity one per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 648 transactions. Find out more about how the Perth market performed, including the latest rental stats.

Mon, 11 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 10 November 2019
Sales activity increased five per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 664 transactions. Find out more about how the market performed, including latest rental stats.

Fri, 08 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth's rental market continues to stabilise
For the second quarter in a row, Perth’s rental market has continued to improve with the vacancy rate lowering to 2.5 per cent. Find out how the rest of the rental market fared in the September 2019 quarter.

Fri, 08 Nov 2019	Read More
Stamp duty concession for seniors a no brainer
In a struggling economy, many are finding it hard to enter or move within the property market. REIWA together with other property associations, has asked the Western Australian Government to take action in order to stimulate WA's economy.

Mon, 04 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 3 November 2019
Sales activity decreased slightly by 0.7 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 639 transactions compared to 649 last week. Find out which suburbs performed well last week.

Fri, 01 Nov 2019	Read More
Perth sales and rental activity on the rise
Activity has improved across Perth’s sales and rental markets, with October reiwa.com data revealing an increase of two per cent in sales transactions and 16 per cent in leasing transactions.

Thu, 31 Oct 2019	Read More
CPI continues to be good news for home buyers and renters
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figure continues to be good news for home buyers and renters, according to REIA. Find out how this has improved during the September quarter.

Wed, 30 Oct 2019	Read More
Start your career in real estate from as little as $450!
If you’ve been thinking about a career in real estate, now is the time to get started thanks to REIWA Training’s limited time offer which can have you saving up to 50 per cent off training.

Tue, 29 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth reinstated as a regional city in a bid to boost population
As of the 16 November, the Federal Government will reinstate Perth’s status as a regional city. Find out what this means and how it will potentially help our state's economy.

Mon, 28 Oct 2019	Read More
Five regional centres record sales activity growth in September quarter
Sales activity has improved in the September 2019 quarter, with five regional centres recording an increase of more than 19 per cent. Find out which regional areas showed the biggest growth.

Mon, 28 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 27 October 2019
Sales activity increased 10 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 649 transactions compared to 597 last week. Find out how the property market fared last week.

Sat, 26 Oct 2019	Read More
First home buyer threshold needs to be increased
Housing affordability ensures that first home buyers, downsizers, lifestyle seekers or any household can make the right housing decision. Find out what REIWA are asking the WA Government to do to make housing affordability a priority.

Wed, 23 Oct 2019	Read More
Stamp duty rebate gains traction with off-the-plan purchases
REIWA congratulates the McGowan Government for listening to the advice from industry bodies to look at the unfair stamp duty penalty from off-the-plan purchases. Find out what this might mean for you.

Tue, 22 Oct 2019	Read More
What does the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme mean for WA?
Last week the National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation Act 2018 was passed which will establish the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme. Find out what this means for WA first home buyers.

Mon, 21 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 20 October 2019
Sales activity increased 18 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 586 transactions compared to 502 last week. Find out how the property market fared last week.

Fri, 18 Oct 2019	Read More
September quarter reveals improvement in affordability
Affordability in Perth’s residential sales market has improved during the September 2019 quarter, with reiwa.com data showing that house and unit prices have softened marginally. Find out how the property market fared during the quarter.

Thu, 17 Oct 2019	Read More
WA property industry stands together seeking government support
Unprecedented alliance of property industry bodies call for market support. Find out what we are asking the WA Government to take leadership on in order to help boost WA's economy.

Wed, 16 Oct 2019	Read More
REIWA welcomes changes to protect children from toppling furniture
REIWA and its members are delighted that the Consumer Protection Legislation Amendment Bill 2018 has been formally passed which allows renters to fix furniture to walls. Find out more on what this might mean for you.

Tue, 15 Oct 2019	Read More
Energy-saving hacks when you’re on the move
Whether you’re moving because you need more room for your growing family, downsizing or decided to rent your own place for the first time, it’s worth thinking about how you will be using energy in your new home.

Mon, 14 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 13 October 2019
Sales activity increased 18 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 586 transactions compared to 502 last week. Find out how the property market fared last week.

Wed, 09 Oct 2019	Read More
Auctioneers ready for annual show down
Australian state and territory Real Estate Institutes and the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand will compete in annual Australasian Auctioneering Championships at the end of this month. Find out more on the national event.

Wed, 09 Oct 2019	Read More
REIWA launches six-point plan to boost WA’s economy
The decline in sales activity from 89,000 in 2005 to less than 39,000 in 2018 is a clear sign that the property industry needs a stimulus to attract buyers and investors back into the market. Find out more on REIWA's six-point plan.

Mon, 07 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 6 October 2019
Sales activity decreased in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 502 transactions compared to 675 last week. Find out how the property market fared this week.

Sat, 05 Oct 2019	Read More
REIWA supports changes to strata manager education
REIWA backs the proposed educational requirements put forward by Landgate for strata managers, due to come into effect as part of the reforms to the Strata Titles Act. Find out more about the proposed changes.

Tue, 01 Oct 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 29 September 2019
Sales activity increased 24 per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 675 transactions compared to 551 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Fri, 27 Sep 2019	Read More
How affordable is Australia’s most liveable region?
We have all heard someone complain that things are better on the east coast, yet a survey conducted by IPSOS has found that Perth’s inner suburbs are the most liveable metropolitan areas in Australia. Find out how affordable these suburbs are.

Mon, 23 Sep 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 22 September 2019
Sales activity decreased five per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 551 transactions compared to 583 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Thu, 19 Sep 2019	Read More
2019 REIWA Awards for Excellence winners announced
The Western Australian real estate industry’s best were recognised this evening at the prestigious 2019 REIWA Awards for Excellence. Find out if your local agent or agency took out an award.

Tue, 17 Sep 2019	Read More
Perth’s top 10 most affordable coastal suburbs to rent
With coastal suburbs in high demand leading into warmer months, reiwa.com revealed the top 10 most affordable coastal suburbs. Find out which suburbs made the list.

Mon, 16 Sep 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 15 September 2019
Sales activity increased five per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 583 transactions compared to 560 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Wed, 11 Sep 2019	Read More
June quarter stats from REIA see bottom of the market
The decline in property prices continued in the June quarter and will most likely mark the bottom of the cycle, according to the latest research from REIA.

Mon, 09 Sep 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 8 September 2019
Sales activity decreased five per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 560 transactions compared to 599 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Mon, 09 Sep 2019	Read More
Property industry trio calls for umpire for developer contributions
REIWA, UDIA, and Property Council of Australia WA have joined forces to outline how developer contributions can be better managed in their response to the draft State Planning Policy 3.6: Infrastructure Contributions.

Wed, 04 Sep 2019	Read More
Rental affordability hits 11 year high
Rental affordability improved during the June 2019 quarter to the lowest proportion of income required to meet rent payments since June 2008. Find out more on how WA fared compared to other states.

Mon, 02 Sep 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 1 September 2019
Sales activity remained stable in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 599 transactions compared to 553 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Mon, 02 Sep 2019	Read More
Sales and rental listings lowest since late 2014
The number of properties available for sale and rent have dropped to the lowest levels since late 2014. Find out how the property market fared in August.

Wed, 28 Aug 2019	Read More
Illicit drug use on the rise in Western Australia
Latest statistics reveal Western Australia has continued to report the highest average use of methamphetamine in the country. Found out how this impacts tenants, landlords and property managers.

Mon, 26 Aug 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 25 August 2019
Sales activity remained stable in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 553 transactions compared to 577 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs this week.

Mon, 26 Aug 2019	Read More
REIWA calls for less talk and more action around stamp duty
REIWA urges the WA Government and the Opposition to put stamp duty on the agenda at the next state election. Find out more on how stamp duty impacts property buyers.

Sun, 25 Aug 2019	Read More
Real estate professionals recognised at reiwa.com Awards
The Western Australian real estate industry’s top performers were recognised at the 2019 reiwa.com Awards Ball held at Crown Perth. Find out if your local agent or agency was a winner.

Wed, 21 Aug 2019	Read More
Keep up-to-date with the latest news on the reiwa.com app
It’s been one year since the launch of the new reiwa.com app and over that time nearly 43,000 West Aussies have downloaded the app to help with their real estate journey. Find out what the new features are.

Tue, 20 Aug 2019	Read More
The countdown is on until the prestigious reiwa.com Awards
The reiwa.com Awards Ball is an annual industry event which has been part of REIWA for over 30 years. Find out more about the awards and when the winners will be announced.

Mon, 19 Aug 2019	Read More
Perth market snapshot for the week ending 18 August 2019
Sales activity increased by three per cent in Perth this week, with REIWA members reporting 577 transactions compared to 547 last week. Find out which were the top suburbs for the week.

Wed, 14 Aug 2019	Read More
The latest reiwa.com commercial market research reports are out now
The latest reiwa.com commercial market research reports are now available to view online. Find out more on how showrooms, warehouses, offices and retail sales fared for the year to December 2018.

Wed, 14 Aug 2019	Read More
WA Government launch new planning reform action plan
REIWA commends the McGowan Government on its decision to release a 19 point plan to simplify and improve Western Australia’s planning system. Find out more on what these changes are.

Tue, 13 Aug 2019	Read More
WA's strata reforms are available for viewing
Lands Minister Ben Wyatt announced at a media conference with Landgate and REIWA that the new strata regulations will be available for public consultation from 1 September.. Find out what this means for you.