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Hotspots • 10 JUL 2013
Falling dollar attracts overseas investors
A senior economist has warned that the falling Australian dollar will hurt local businesses, but may entice foreign property investors to our shores.
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Hotspots • 09 JUL 2013
Consumer sentiment bleak
The pessimistic outlook of many Australians on the economy is affecting financial decisions, a survey by CUA has found.
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Finance • 08 JUL 2013
Clearance rates spark seller's market
With auction clearance rates around the country rising, it’s quickly becoming a seller’s market according to the director of wHeregroup, Todd Hunter.
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Finance • 05 JUL 2013
Mortgage rates driving capital growth
Annual capital city dwelling values have risen by 3.8 per cent over the 2012/2013 financial year, according to the RP Data-Rismark Home Value Index.
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Tax & Legal • 04 JUL 2013
Tax tips for the new financial year
There are a number of steps investors can take to ensure they get the most out of the end of the financial year, according to Propell National Valuers.
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Tax & Legal • 04 JUL 2013
New auction laws to hurt buyers and sellers
New laws that will reveal the reserve price to bidders in South Australia will damage both the buyer and seller, according to members of the real estate industry.
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Hotspots • 03 JUL 2013
New home sales moving away from record lows
Monthly sales of new homes are at their highest level in 18 months, research from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has shown.
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Finance • 03 JUL 2013
Rate cut on the cards
While the Reserve Bank (RBA) is holding tight this month, the current environment doesn’t rule out the prospect of future rate cuts, according to Mortgage Choice.
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Finance • 02 JUL 2013
Cash Rate on Hold - July 2013
The cash rate has been left on hold at 2.75 per cent, in a decision made today by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
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Tax & Legal • 02 JUL 2013
Rising state taxes send cost of living skyward
A sluggish mining sector is being blamed for new price hikes across WA, increasing yearly expenses by $218 on average per household.
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