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Hotspots • 19 JUL 2021
Rental yields reach decade high, but not all markets move at the same pace
Changing consumer preferences towards lifestyle destinations and a lack of supply have led to record national price growth, albeit price fluctuations vary...
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Hotspots • 19 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.
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Hotspots • 19 JUL 2021
Australian house prices to expand by 16%, ratings agency says
Ratings agency Fitch has raised its home price expectations for Australia on the back of low interest rates and the extension of government support measures, with prices...
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Finance • 19 JUL 2021
Big 4 extends freeze on foreclosures until 2022
A major bank has announced that it is extending the freeze on foreclosures it first announced in November 2020, until at least February 2022.
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Hotspots • 16 JUL 2021
Meet the regional suburb that’s beating out Perth’s hotspots
A coastal suburb is winning the attention of buyers over Western Australia’s metropolitan and regional hubs.
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Hotspots • 16 JUL 2021
Property market update: Brisbane, June 2021
Brisbane’s strong price growth continued into winter, as market activity in the Sunshine State capital remained heated in June. But experts warn a slowdown may be on...
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Hotspots • 16 JUL 2021
‘World-leading’ construction assurance tool in the works
A new tool will help determine the quality and trustworthiness of NSW residential buildings.
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Hotspots • 15 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.
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Hotspots • 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.
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Hotspots • 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.
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