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Hotspots • 27 SEP 2010
Auction activity down this weekend
The threat of rising interest rates put a dampener on auction activity over the weekend.
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Hotspots • 24 SEP 2010
Coastal property prices slump
While Australia capital cities continue to record strong property price growth, it seems the coastal cities are not tracking as well.
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Finance • 24 SEP 2010
Big four banks predict October rate rise
CBA has joined NAB, ANZ and Westpac in predicting an October rate rise.
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Finance • 23 SEP 2010
NAB says October rate rise likely
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) could hike interest rates as early as next month, NAB chief economist Alan Oster has said.
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Finance • 23 SEP 2010
Fixed interest rates to rise
After months of cuts, lenders may be starting to once again raise the interest on their fixed rate mortgages.
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Finance • 22 SEP 2010
REIV calls for stamp duty cuts
Making headlines today, the Herald Sun reported that the REIV is calling for reforms to Victoria’s stamp duty payments.
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Finance • 22 SEP 2010
FHB incomes dedicated to deposit saving, rent: RAMS
Almost nine in 10 prospective home buyers are having to pay rent while they save for a home loan deposit, a new survey has found.
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Hotspots • 21 SEP 2010
Brisbane market hot for investors: Chan & Naylor
Residential investment opportunities are swelling in Brisbane as clearance rates drop well below other capital cities, accounting firm Chan & Naylor has said.
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Finance • 21 SEP 2010
Fixed rates not so popular
Despite attempts by lenders to attract borrowers, fixed rates continue to make up only a small portion of all loans financed.
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Hotspots • 20 SEP 2010
Regional markets show strong signs of life
While capital cities tend to take the limelight when it comes to property market analysis and commentary, many regional markets are performing well.
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