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Hotspots • 21 JUL 2014

High-rise construction activity soars

Apartment living is becoming more popular across Australia, as new housing figures point to a surge in high-density construction.

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Hotspots • 18 JUL 2014

Sydney's luxury market bounces back

The top-end of the Sydney property market is returning to strength after a prolonged post-GFC slump.

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Hotspots • 18 JUL 2014

New suburbs planned for Victorian town

The state government has approved a new suburb in Geelong to accommodate the growing number of residents shifting to the town.

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Tax & Legal • 17 JUL 2014

Government inquiry highlights negative gearing dangers

Property incentives have created a “significant source of risk” for the economy, according to the Financial System Inquiry.

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Finance • 17 JUL 2014

Investors warned about kickbacks to finance professionals

Some mortgage brokers, accountants and financial planners may be receiving a commission for recommending properties to investors, a Brisbane-based buyer’s agent has...

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Hotspots • 16 JUL 2014

Growth in housing market cooling off: RBA

Rapid growth in property prices may be beginning to ease, according to an analysis by the Reserve Bank of Australia.

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Hotspots • 15 JUL 2014

Prices in Adelaide hit record high

The median price in Adelaide has reached a historic peak, though sales figures across the city remain flat.

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Hotspots • 14 JUL 2014

Perth over-supply fears unfounded

Despite elevated building activity in Perth, the market is not in danger of over-supply, a senior real estate expert has said.

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Hotspots • 14 JUL 2014

Melbourne sales pick up speed

Melbourne’s suburban market is moving fast, with properties in the outer ring selling more quickly than in previous years.

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Hotspots • 11 JUL 2014

Perth rental market weakens further

The rental sector in Perth has taken another hit in June, with high-end properties affected worst.

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