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We all worry that problems like water don't get resolved, so it is refreshing to see that our efforts are making a difference.Perhaps if we keep it up, we can s…
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A dire shortage of rental properties in Tasmania has seen reports of A$100 per week rent rises being applied overnight. Some politicians were subsequently calli…
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This extensive feature article takes a colourful and informative examination of the Melbourne property market, and reveals that prices have leapt at an eye-catc…
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Well it had to happen, the stock market is now experiencing some technical correction and we will all be holding our breath to see what happens.Australian prope…
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With all the legal tax incentives that allow foreign investors to keep a tax free status, it is best not to get on the wrong side of the law by trying to overcl…
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The US Sub Prime market collapse has had an indeirect impact on Australia, with the higher cost of funds prompting Australian banks to raise their lending rates…
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The ANZ property market outlook for 2008 was unequivocal in its recent forecast: "A severe and potentially intractable shortage of housing will continue to driv…
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WA has overtaken Queensland as the fastest-growing state in Australia, in terms of population. Realtors predict this will eventually lead to upward pressure on …
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Darwin's young and mobile population has created an environment whereby landlords in the Top End are reaping the highest rent return of any other Aussie capital…
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Renovating a property is a excellent way to improve the value and rentability of the property, however you need to be mindful of respecting your neighbours righ…
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The Federal Government is keen to see househols move to a Solar powered Hot Water System and is offering a cash grant.This applies in both ownership and rental …
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Developers are regaining confidence in the property markets and showing it by gaining approvals on new projects, as evidenced in the latest figures from the ABS…
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