01/10/2026
On Tuesday the Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to 4.60%. It’s a move most of the market saw coming, and the upside is that much of the uncertainty that kept people waiting through September is now behind us. Rates are also rising partly because the economy and jobs market are holding up, which isn’t a bad backdrop for anyone thinking about a move.
For buyers there’s less competition at open homes, more time to do your homework, and more room to negotiate than we’ve seen in years.
For sellers homes that are well presented and priced right from day one are still selling, especially when owners are open to working with the buyers in front of them. There’s still time to get a great result before Christmas.
And the reasons people fall in love with the South Coast haven’t changed one bit. Views like this one in Berry are still here
Buying, selling or just thinking ahead? Send us a DM or call the team on 0414 157 794 for a confidential chat.