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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.
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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.
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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.
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Finance • 25 SEP 2013
Rates will continue to fall: Residex
Australia will see further interest rate reductions, according to Residex.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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Hotspots • 18 SEP 2013
Top metro market revealed
Property expert Sam Saggers shared which metropolitan market he believes offers the best prospects for investors.
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Hotspots • 18 SEP 2013
Sydney housing to boom in 2014
Australia’s housing market recovery is set to accelerate next year, with Sydney to experience significant price rises of between 15 and 20 per cent, according to SQM...
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