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The government must support the residential construction sector given its role in the overall economy, says UDIA

This proposed move will encourage Australians to continue buying and selling homes amid the outbreak, REIWA says

An expert says the housing market entered the period of uncertainty with strong foundations

There is a need, however, for policies that can assist Australians to continue paying their rents, experts say

This will assist homeowners in accessing the equity of their properties amid the COVID-19 outbreak

Dwelling values are likely to be insulated from the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak

REIV believes the industry needs to continue its "vital" work amid the COVID-19 outbreak

This could solidify the housing market's position as it weathers the impacts of the outbreak

Around two in three Australian agents said now is a good time to buy a home given the less competitive market

Property groups must adopt an "innovative thinking" amid the COVID-19 outbreak, says an expert

They must, however, pledge not to terminate leases or evict tenants

A surge of withdrawals was recorded after the ban on public auctions was announced, figures show

Real estate professionals think buyer sentiment has fallen sharply

The government needs to find a way to help tenants to keep paying their rents in order to help property managers affected by the outbreak, industry body says

They are calling for support from the government to equip them with the capacity to help their tenants during the outbreak