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Falling rates actually make it harder for FHBs: AHURI

Long periods of low-interest rates can hinder first home buyers, as they encourage more buyers into market thus pushing up prices, AHURI has found.

Surging construction costs stall residential builds

A 30 per cent increase in building charges means a rising number of projects are being put on hold, says KPMG.

‘Digital banking is paramount’, regional bank closure inquiry hears

A major bank has told a Senate inquiry into regional bank closures that only “1 per cent of transactions are over the counter”, justifying regional closures.

Qld state government welcomes new Housing Minister

The Palaszczuk government has made housing a stand-alone cabinet portfolio and announced the inaugural minister leading the portfolio.

Regional property values show signs of recovery

Property values across regional Australia are beginning to stabilise, new data reveals.

New home sales bumped up in April

Western Australia bucks the trend with notable growth, while other states face significant challenges.

Major bank flags ‘remarkable’ housing sentiment lift

Despite consumer confidence plummeting to record-low levels, housing-related sentiment posted a sharp lift in May.

Will structural inflation be the end of property growth?

Australians like to believe property values double every 10 years. It doesn’t, and the next decade could see annual growth rates of around 3 per cent as we navigate a new era of structural ...

PEXA appoints chief growth officer

The data analytics company has announced the appointment of Scott Butterworth in the newly expanded role.

WA apartment loan scheme expanded

The Urban Connect Home Loan, delivered by low-deposit lender Keystart, has been expanded to incorporate more apartments.

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