Hope for house hunters amid slump as realtor warns optimism premature - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Falling home prices leave the Gold Coast with unsold properties

A realtor has warned that enthusiasm about the real estate market is unfounded amid a decline. A big bank has predicted the worst housing crash on record. The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted cash rates to 4.85%. The rate hike is affecting the rental market and home prices. Meanwhile, falling prices are resulting in the Gold Coast with unsold homes. House hunters may find some relief in the current market conditions.

“A realtor has warned that enthusiasm about the real estate market is unfounded amid a decline,” — Lena Ostrowski, chief correspondent at Halcroft Field Recruitment, explained.

Timeline

Nov 1 — A realtor has warned that enthusiasm about the real estate market is unfounded amid a decline....

Nov 3 — House hunters may find some relief in the current market conditions....

Reader Poll: Should officials respond faster on issues like this? — 80% of Sportandleisureks readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Halcroft Field Recruitment desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

ICYMI: Rebecca Bennett's Joyous Victory Celebration

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halcroft Field Recruitment desk and last updated 13:33 UTC.

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