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Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.

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New Melbourne development linked to CBD by rail

A precinct dubbed “Australia’s largest urban renewal project” will be connected to the Melbourne city centre via...
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Rents plummet in Perth

Perth’s ailing rental market took a further hit in the last quarter as rents dropped and supply edged higher.
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julie cumming
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NRAS: The risks and the opportunities

With the Federal Budget fast approaching, speculation on what will happen to the National Rental Affordability Scheme...
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More growth ahead for Sydney

Despite speculation that Sydney’s value growth may be coming to an end, investors buying in the right locations can...
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Tasmanian market loses steam

The Tasmanian property market began to slide in the March quarter, though activity remains stronger than one year...
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warren dworcan
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Cross-collateralisation versus standalone: Which is the best option?

There are consequences to using equity to expand your portfolio. Find out which option you should avoid.
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Victoria's regional population to boom

Large regional towns like Geelong, Ballarat and Bendigo will see their populations swell in coming decades as more...
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New home building weakens in March

After a period of strong growth, new home construction is beginning to falter, the latest housing data suggests.
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sam saggers
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Demographics provide insight into tenant behaviours

When you're investigating property investment opportunities it's important to understand an area's demographics so you...
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How to decide when it's time for a rent increase

Raising the rent is a delicate balancing act for landlords — you need to keep your property rented and avoid...
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WA regions outperform Perth

Country areas of Western Australia recorded stronger March quarter results than the city, but mining areas continue to...
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marie mortimer
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The conversation to have before you commit

If you're considering investing with a partner, there are some serious questions you need to ask yourself, and each...
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High growth tempers market confidence

While most people have a positive outlook about the property market, expectations have been subdued by rapid value...
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Sales turnover highest in outer suburbs

Buyers are most active in the outer-lying regions of capital cities, a new report has highlighted.
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Demand outstripping supply in cities: RP Data

The current supply of properties in capital cities is struggling to meet an upswell of demand from buyers, causing home...
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paul benion
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Shortage of homes in key capital cities highlighted by new research

Australia’s strong population growth rate over recent years has led to an underlying shortage of housing despite a...
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SPI-sponsored team conquers 4WD challenge

Two women took on a gruelling six-day four-wheel drive adventure to raise money for a children’s charity.
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Values swell in Brisbane's bayside

Suburbs bordering on Brisbane's Moreton Bay are riding a wave of growth, according to data from a national real estate...
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Bendigo targeted for growth

The Victorian town of Bendigo is being promoted as a growth hub under a new government strategy to increase investment...
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rory orourke
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Hot suburbs for apartment buyers

Astute property buyers can now achieve double digit capital growth in Perth through targeting high growth suburbs
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Government urged to save NRAS

While the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS) has come under fire recently by the federal government, a...
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Melbourne's blue-chip suburbs attract most online interest

People searching the web to buy or rent in Melbourne are most interested in affluent suburbs despite the high price...
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New Brisbane hotspots revealed

A number of up-and-coming property hotspots have been identified in Brisbane as the city prepares to profit from $47...
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Melbourne market shows 'encouraging' trends

The Melbourne housing market is seeing capital growth stabilise as confidence returns to the property sector, a...
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Regional Queensland set to take off

Mining families are taking serious notice of regional Queensland in regards to property following a series of recent...
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