13
Jan
Will interest rates rise in 2022?
Chatter about rising interest rates is set to slow property price growth in 2022, although the cash rate is expected to stay on hold until late in the year or 2023, economists say. After years of ultra-low interest rates, slashed to near-zero to support the economy through the pandemic, the next move is likely to…..
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10
Jan
How the Brisbane Olympics could cause a high jump for property prices
The Brisbane 2032 Summer Olympics could fuel the biggest real estate renaissance in the city’s history, with industry experts predicting a gilded decade of property price growth that will push the median house price past the million-dollar mark and see key infrastructure suburbs soar. Houses and units in a 10-kilometre radius of the CBD –…..
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04
Jan
Housing values end the year 22.1% higher with the pace of gains continuing to soften as multi-speed conditions emerge
Australian housing values were 1.0% higher in December, slowing from a 1.3% rise in November, continuing the softening trend in the monthly growth rate that has been evident since the national index moved through a cyclical high of 2.8% growth in March 2021. As dwelling value appreciation slows, conditions are becoming more diverse amongst the capital…..
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04
Jan
How to set up your home for multigenerational living
A rise in multigenerational living driven by the ageing population and deteriorating housing affordability is fuelling demand for large properties, as more buyers seek sizeable homes for extended families. And with societal changes caused by the pandemic accelerating the trend, experts say the need for suitable homes is set to increase. Why live together? Multigenerational…..
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04
Jan
Real estate advice: mistakes buyers, sellers should avoid in 2022
Property market across Australia showed their strength this year, as house prices surged amid the adversity caused by Covid. But real estate experts have warned buyers and sellers not to expect history to repeat itself in 2022, with early signs of softening demand. Here are the property mistakes to avoid in the new year. DON’T…..
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04
Jan
How to have a home that is both dog-friendly and stylish
Eternally loyal, always keen to please and often hilarious, dogs have brought untold comfort and joy to the lives of Australians during what will be remembered as one of the most challenging times in recent history. It’s no surprise that the demand for pooches has soared during the pandemic, with breeders and animal shelters around…..
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