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Rent caps do not benefit the market
With rental affordability under pressure, REIWA explains why rent caps may not be the answer for WA renters. Discover why increasing rental housing supply is key to improving affordability and choice.
Perth spookiest streets and suburbs 2026
Discover Perth’s spookiest streets this Halloween, enjoy family-friendly trick-or-treating and explore neighbourhoods that could become your next home.
More choice, more time: a new opportunity for first homebuyers
24 October 2026
With more properties available and less competition, first homebuyers have greater opportunity to explore their options, plan finances and make confident decisions.
Perth vacancy rate drops to lowest level in nearly two years
13 October 2026
Perth’s vacancy rate dropped to 1.7 per cent at the end of September. The fall comes after the vacancy rate decreased from 2.2 per cent in July to 1.9 per cent in August.
Rob Mandanici elected as new REIWA President
8 October 2026
The REIWA Council has elected Rob Mandanici as the Institute’s new President.
REIWA welcomes launch of Keystart’s Pre-sale Guarantee
8 October 2026
REIWA welcomes the launch of Keystart’s $250 million Pre-sale Guarantee scheme.
Make buyers fall in love with your home this Spring
Explore our expert tips for selling your home in a changing market
Is it a buyers market
With negative market commentary out of the east coast impacting sentiment in WA, I felt it was important to give some local context.
Energy-efficient homes show price and rental premiums in new report
23 September 2026
The Efficiency Edge examines the growing role of home energy performance in property decisions as buyers and renters place greater emphasis on comfort, running costs and energy use.
Buying in 2026 - What to know about stamp duty support
For eligible first home buyers in WA, the first home owner rate of duty can reduce the amount of stamp duty payable, or remove it altogether.
Perth property prices declined in June 2026 quarter
22 September 2026
Perth’s median house sale price decreased 2.0 per cent over the quarter to $980,000. This was 18.7 per cent higher than the June 2025 quarter.
I am going to wait for prices to fall
I’m not one to encourage people to buy when they’re not ready, but my question to those on the fence is: how long are you prepared to wait?