Rising prices are making it increasingly difficult to get on the property ladder in Australia, with younger generations finding it the hardest. Proptech startups like BrickX are making it possible to own a piece of the Australian Dream through fractional investing.

A lack of affordable housing means that home-ownership is a pipe dream for many young adults. In the UK, Pocket is helping first-time buyers get a foothold in this hostile market, catering to the teachers, health workers and creatives that make a city. But do people really want to live in tiny homes?

According to a survey that compares average property prices with household income, Australia is the third-most expensive country to buy a home. With ownership in decline for the majority of age demographics, there's room for alternative brands to provide affordable housing solutions.

A study finds Australians are spending more time researching property than being outdoors and exercising. Struggling with the knowledge that only 2.2% of rental listings are accessible for a single person earning minimum wage, Aussies are looking to alternative options and brands to secure housing.