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Fewer property listings a result of higher prices

Five of Australia’s eight capital cities have recorded declines in property listings during the past year.

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Property crash looms as prices keep rising

One third of real estate agents have predicted a property crash within a decade, while a majority believe home ownership is becoming increasingly unattainable.

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RBA decision may reflect property concerns

The Reserve Bank’s decision to leave the cash rate unchanged yesterday could signal its concern about rising property prices, according to a senior investment manager.

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Brisbane property market booms while other capitals struggle

Melbourne has been overtaken as Australia’s second-fastest growing market, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

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Vertical integration: no good for brokers or consumers

If you haven’t read through the Financial System Inquiry’s final report released in November last year, you should try to find time to do so.

Troy McErvale
Fears grow for future of Sydney property prices

A leading property analyst claims it is now “virtually impossible” for the average Sydney family to afford a home in the NSW capital.

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Sydney property boom won’t stop further rate cuts

The Reserve Bank of Australia has admitted that while Sydney house price growth is “concerning”, it is not strong enough to deter further easing of monitory policy.

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Analyst issues strong warning to property investors

One prominent property analyst has criticised last week’s rate cut and warned that some buyers will inevitably get burned.

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Sydney property bubble to pop when rates rise, says HSBC

A fresh round of cheap credit is further inflating Sydney’s investor-driven property prices.

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Property market weakens, but underlying demand to remain resilient

It’s no secret that Australia’s housing markets have reactivated over the past two years following a period of subdued buyer activity.

Dr Andrew Wilson
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