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Low interest rates not the key driver of price growth: PIPA

While record-low interest rates are usually linked to strong property price growth, new analysis from the Property Investment Professionals of Australia revealed that ...

HOTSPOTS • Thu, 22 Jul 2021

The most successful auction day in Australia revealed

Saturday might be the most popular day for property auctions, but it isn’t the most successful, new data has revealed.

HOTSPOTS • Wed, 21 Jul 2021

4 gaps in the COVID-19 support for renters

The Tenants’ Union of NSW has called for a ‘better and permanent hardship protections’ for renters across the state following the NSW government’s announcement of a ...

HOTSPOTS • Tue, 20 Jul 2021

Auction activity stays steady amid lockdowns

The auction market has remained resilient despite lockdowns hampering both of Australia’s largest capitals, new data has revealed.

HOTSPOTS • Mon, 19 Jul 2021

‘World-leading’ construction assurance tool in the works

A new tool will help determine the quality and trustworthiness of NSW residential buildings.

HOTSPOTS • Fri, 16 Jul 2021

Auction volumes set for 15% climb

After weeks of subdued activity, capital cities are set to see a double-digit rise in auction volumes over the week, according to new data.

HOTSPOTS • Thu, 15 Jul 2021

Spring market set to be ‘fantastic’ as appraisals surge 30%

In a show of confidence for Australian real estate, property appraisals are up over 34 per cent year-on-year for one network.

HOTSPOTS • Thu, 15 Jul 2021

Australia’s least populated cities are now the fastest-growing

Canberra, Hobart and Darwin led the annual price growth in Australia, recording double-digit rises over the year, new research has revealed.

HOTSPOTS • Thu, 15 Jul 2021

More than 1 in 3 Aussie properties cheaper to buy than rent

Having a mortgage is even more likely to be cheaper than renting than it was pre-pandemic, new research has revealed.

HOTSPOTS • Wed, 14 Jul 2021