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Hotspots • 29 JUL 2015
Investors under increasing pressure
A third big four bank has announced loan rate changes in an attempt to curb investor borrowing activity. 
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Hotspots • 28 JUL 2015
Sustained slump in two capitals
The prospect of a recovery in two of Australia’s suffering capital city markets is a distant one, according to a leading property commentator.
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Finance • 28 JUL 2015
Auction clearance rate lowest in 13 weeks
Auction clearance rates have dipped below 80 per cent in Sydney for the first time in 13 weeks, although the market remains strong.
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Finance • 27 JUL 2015
Loan rate hike announced
The lending market for property investors continues to tighten, with another major bank announcing significant rate increases for investor home loans.
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Hotspots • 27 JUL 2015
Next boom market revealed
A new property survey has revealed the locations in which Australian investors are most likely to purchase next, with one state emerging as the preference of more...
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Hotspots • 27 JUL 2015
Bush capital posts surprise performance
Australia’s capital city experienced the third-highest median house price growth rate over the past financial year according to a recent housing report.
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Hotspots • 24 JUL 2015
Sub-$200,000 SMSFs attract ASIC attention
New guidance on SMSFs released by ASIC aims to ensure investors receive advice that's in their best financial interests.
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Hotspots • 24 JUL 2015
Pessimistic outlook for major city
A new survey has revealed the state of the Australian housing market, highlighting the performance of capital cities and identifying areas tipped to experience...
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Finance • 24 JUL 2015
Major bank to ask more of investors
A big four bank has announced it will make significant adjustments to its fixed-rate products, with investors bearing the brunt of the changes.
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Hotspots • 23 JUL 2015
First-timers choosing investment over ownership
The number of first home buyers turning to investing is on the rise as they’re priced out of buying properties they want to live in.
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