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Despite surging house prices, housing affordability has risen to its most favourable level in 12 years in the first quarter of this year, thanks to record low …
NEWS & INSIGHT
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Australia and New Zealand were recently reported as having some of the most unaffordable properties around the globe.
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New infrastructure could boost Queensland's property sector.
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The Queensland Government has announced that it is looking to develop plans that aim to enhance the experience of visitors.
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Property prices in Australia's major cities are booming, driven by record low interest rates and strong demand from overseas buyers.
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Auction volumes were up but house values were down across the major capitals, as markets struck a balance between demand and reality last week.
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Cities might offer style and fashion but when it comes to rental returns, it is Queensland’s country towns that offer the best rental returns.
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A sprawling mansion in the Gold Coast hinterland complete with a helipad, airstrip, grand ballroom and a bullet-proof panic room has been put on the market for …
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Rent and property prices are outpacing salaries, causing Australian homes to be ranked fifth among the world's most ''overvalued'' housing markets, according to…
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Nervous shoppers are threatening to close their wallets following the Coalition's hard-hitting budget, with consumer confidence falling at the fastest rate sinc…
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It does appear to be the age old question, which season is it best to buy or sell.
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Growth in the number of loans for residential investment properties is outstripping lending for owner-occupier homes, a survey reveals.
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