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Hotspots • 27 SEP 2013

Rents in Dubbo, NSW soar

The regional New South Wales town of Dubbo has recorded substantial growth in both price and activity over the past three years, according to new research.

Hotspots • 26 SEP 2013

Suncorp to recommence insurance in Roma

Suncorp will recommence writing home and contents insurance policies in Roma after a 16 month embargo.

Finance • 26 SEP 2013

Investors warned to look beyond rates

While low interest rates may be tempting, property investors must consider their long-term financial future, Consumer Affairs Victoria has warned.

Hotspots • 25 SEP 2013

Cairns market awaits tourism development

The Aquis, a tourism based development just north of Cairns, has caused a stir in the local property market – despite not receiving final approval yet.

Hotspots • 25 SEP 2013

Lending trends at odds with ‘property bubble’ talk

Speculation about a housing ‘bubble’ in Australia doesn’t align with overall consumer demand for housing finance, according to a leading mortgage industry source.

Finance • 25 SEP 2013

Rates will continue to fall: Residex

Australia will see further interest rate reductions, according to Residex.

Hotspots • 24 SEP 2013

Canberra market set to decline

All capital cities are now effectively reporting price gains except for Canberra, with this trend set to continue into next year, according to new forecasts.

Hotspots • 24 SEP 2013

High demand for low prices in Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour is seeing a rise in demand for low priced stock, according to PRDnationwide research.

Hotspots • 23 SEP 2013

Cash-flow positive properties on the rise

Low interest rates and reduced first home buyer activity have made it easier for investors to find cash flow positive properties, according to a leading mortgage...

Hotspots • 23 SEP 2013

Concord values to increase by 10-15pc: Agent

Real estate values in Sydney's Concord will jump by 10 to 15 per cent following the announcement of the WestConnex motorway, according to Raine & Horne Concord Principal...