Real Estate Institute of Australia - REIA

Name: Real Estate Institute of Australia - REIA
Address: 16 Thesiger Court, Deakin, ACT, 2600, AU
Telephone: +61262824277

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Since 1924, the REIA has worked to represent the real estate sector on a range of varied and important issues.

Established in 1924, REIA is the national advocate for the real estate industry, guided by our Board of state and territory representatives and a dedicated team. REIA has an excellent reputation as the most credible source of knowledge and considered opinion regarding the commercial and residential property markets in Australia. REIA has seven members, these members are the state and territory Rea

l Estate Institutes, through which about 80 per cent of real estate firms and licensed agents are collectively represented. The work of the REIA is carried out by the CEO and an experienced management team with the necessary knowledge and qualifications to put the strategic direction of the REIA into practice. REIA is a politically non-aligned organisation that provides research and well-informed advice to the Federal Government, Opposition, members of the real estate profession, media and the public on a range of issues affecting the property market.

25/06/2026

REIA National Awards for Excellence 2026 Winner Spotlight

Community Housing Canberra was awarded this year's Agency Sustainability Leadership Award - Recognising outstanding agencies furthering sustainable outcomes through residential and commercial real estate practices.

Congratulations CHC - Homes for the community!

Swipe to see what our judges said about Community Housing Canberra.

21/06/2026

REIA National Awards for Excellence 2026 Winner Spotlight

Gypsea Youngsmith was awarded this year's Achievement Award - Recognising excellence amongst newcomers to the industry in all sectors of the real estate
profession.

Congratulations Gypsea Youngsmith!

Swipe to see what our judges said about Gypsea.

19/06/2026

What an incredible celebration of talent, dedication, and passion across the real estate industry at the National Awards of Excellence 2026.

Take a look back at some of the highlights from an unforgettable evening.

Thank you to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIV) for hosting a spectacular event.

17/06/2026

REIA's latest Real Estate Market Facts are out for the March Quarter 2026

The national median house price rose 2.2% over the quarter to $1,146,864, the highest annual increase since March 2022.

Australia's rental market is running critically short of supply, with national vacancy sitting at just 1.7%, as rents hit $643/week for 3-bedroom houses and $674/week for 2-bedroom houses in the March quarter

In a market already running critically short of supply, reducing the tax competitiveness of residential property investment will mean fewer rentals, lower vacancy rates and higher rents.

Read the media release here: https://www.reia.com.au/industry-news/Media-Release-REMF-Mar2026

16/06/2026

Today, REIA President Jacob Caine appeared before the Senate Economics Legislation Committee, presenting a clear position that the proposed Tax Reform Bills will result in decreased housing supply and should not be passed in their current form.

Read the Opening Statement here.

https://www.reia.com.au/industry-news/Opening-Statement-Senate-Economics-Legislation-Committee

11/06/2026

REIA Housing Affordability Report Released

REIA's Housing Affordability Report for the March quarter 2026 shows housing affordability has deteriorated for the second consecutive quarter, with rising interest rates placing renewed pressure on Australian households.

The proportion of median family income required to service the average home loan has risen to 50.8 per cent, up 2.9 percentage points over the past year. Housing affordability declined in every state and territory. The RBA raised the cash rate twice during the quarter, pushing the standard variable rate to 8.5 per and the average monthly repayment to $5,927.

The report also showed a moderation in first home buyer activity over the quarter after a huge influx of first home buyers in the December quarter as a result of the expansion of the Australian Government’s 5% Deposit Scheme.

Rental affordability held relatively stable at 23.9% of median income. But REIA has cautioned that proposed tax reforms could place upward pressure on rents, with independent modelling suggesting increases of up to $9/week over four years.

Our report was featured on news.com.au, highlighting affordability implications for homebuyers and renters. https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/housing-affordabilitys-shock-new-low-as-loans-take-half-family-wage/news-story/9c49ce1ff173889514f289f28b561299?btr=a733a997c9d44000a9c8fe0b7919722f
Link to Media Release: https://www.reia.com.au/industry-news/Media-Release-HAR-Mar2026
Subscriber to HAR: https://www.reia.com.au/research/har

03/06/2026

REIA President, Jacob Caine, recently joined leaders from across the building and property sector to discuss the Federal Budget’s impact on the industry 👇

Latest modelling points to rising rents and an increasing housing shortfall. The industry had hoped the Budget would prioritise measures to remove supply barriers and boost the delivery of new homes.

29/05/2026

Independent modelling released today has revealed that the overall impact of the Federal Budget will see new home construction go backwards, and higher than anticipated rental inflation.

Read the Joint Statement by REIA, Master Builders Australia and the Property Council of Australia here:
https://www.reia.com.au/industry-news/Media-Release-Independent-modelling-Federal-Budget

22/05/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Australasian Auctioneering Championships 🏆

Competing on home soil in Melbourne, Greg Brydon (VIC) has been crowned the 2026 Australasian Auctioneering Champion following an exceptional performance under the hammer against an elite field of finalists from across Australia and New Zealand.

The Australasian Novice Auctioneering Championships (ANAC) also showcased outstanding emerging talent from across the industry, with Sharni Bichan (NZ) crowned the 2026 Australasian Novice Auctioneering Champion - becoming the first woman to win across both AUSTROS and ANAC competitions.

Thank you to everyone who made the event possible!
Real Estate Institute of Victoria [REIV]
Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ)

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16 Thesiger Court
Deakin, ACT
2600

Telephone

+61262824277

Website

https://reia.asn.au/

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