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Queensland reaps rewards of remote work boom

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Buying • 15 Sep 2021

Queensland Reaps Rewards Of Remote Work Boom

The lifestyle shift that’s seeing many Australians trade up for properties better suited to working from home has been...

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Buying • 14 Sep 2021

Why Sydney Is Seeing An Investor Exodus

Sydney’s rental vacancy rate has dropped to a four-year-low – and investor pressures are reportedly to blame. ...

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Buying • 14 Sep 2021

Around The World: How Far Does $1m Stretch?

The price of property in Australia keeps climbing – but how does it compare with the rest of the world? ...

Auction volumes gradually climb across capital cities

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Buying • 13 Sep 2021

Auction Volumes Gradually Climb Across Capital Cities

The combined capital city auction market saw gains in volume and success rate over the week to 12 September. ...

Real estate industry runs newspaper attack on Dan Andrews

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Buying • 9 Sep 2021

Real Estate Industry Runs Newspaper Attack On Dan Andrews

Full-page ads decrying the Victorian Premier’s stance on real estate closures were circulated across major metropolit...

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Buying • 7 Sep 2021

Going To An Auction? Here Are Tips On How To Win

Auctions can be daunting, and it can be hard not to get caught up in the bidding frenzy. Here are our tips on how you ...

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Buying • 6 Sep 2021

70% Vax Rate Will See Victoria Ease Real Estate Restrictions

The Victorian government has announced its intentions for a more lenient policy on house inspections and construction as...

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Buying • 1 Sep 2021

How Do Online Auctions Work?

In light of COVID-19, online auctions are becoming the norm. Here’s what you should know about the process. ...

7 tips for buying your first rental property

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Buying • 31 Aug 2021

7 Tips For Buying Your First Rental Property

If you are aiming to become a successful landlord, read our tips for buying your first rental property. ...

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Buying • 26 Aug 2021

What You Need To Know About Buying An Investment Property Virtually

The recent string of lockdowns, travel restrictions and border restrictions are not stopping Aussies from browsing and i...

Should you use 70% rule when house flipping?

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Buying • 17 Aug 2021

Should You Use 70% Rule When House Flipping?

Should you use 70 per cent rule when house flipping? Is it a realistic rule to follow when buying a fix-and-flip propert...

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Buying • 16 Aug 2021

New Permit System Bars Property Investors From Going Regional

The state government’s new regional permit system means that for the duration of the Greater Sydney lockdown, investor...

Breaking into the market through the bank of mum and dad

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Buying • 13 Aug 2021

Breaking Into The Market Through The Bank Of Mum And Dad

This year, residential property values in major Australian cities and regional areas increased at their fastest rate for...

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Buying • 12 Aug 2021

Pioneering Buyer’s Agent Reveals His Secrets To Building A Fruitful Property Career

Once the top shark in a sea of successful buyer’s agents, today Ben Handler is all about helping others navigate their...

Lockdowns drive rise in online auctions for NSW

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Buying • 12 Aug 2021

Lockdowns Drive Rise In Online Auctions For NSW

Sydney’s sellers have moved to make the most of the current circumstances by embracing online auctions. ...

Victorian property industry calls for looser inspection rules

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Buying • 11 Aug 2021

Victorian Property Industry Calls For Looser Inspection Rules

Ahead of a potential extension to Victoria’s latest lockdown, the REIV is calling for change. ...

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Buying • 30 Jul 2021

Rentvesting Isn’t Just For First-time Investors, It’s Here To Stay

The cyclical sizzling of Australia’s property market has driven more and more Australians to embrace rentvesting. ...

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Buying • 26 Jul 2021

Labor Officially Dumps Shorten’s Negative Gearing Push

Labor has taken a new stance on tax cuts and negative gearing in time for the next election. ...

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Buying • 16 Jul 2021

Melbourne Holds Above $1m Price Point

The lockdowns in Victoria have not dented consumer confidence when it comes to purchasing property, with Melbourne holdi...

3 military principles that will make you a better property investor

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Buying • 13 Jul 2021

3 Military Principles That Will Make You A Better Property Investor

Rising lending could be a sign of more speculative investing, with an industry expert highlighting that it is causing so...

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12 MONTH GROWTH

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Warren

49.59%
Mullumbimby

49.48%
Waverton

49.18%
Blairgowrie

48.97%
Porepunkah

48.95%
Streaky Bay

48.89%
Bruce

48.67%
Koolewong

48.46%
Failford

48.4%
Victory Heights

48.22%

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