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Contemporary architecture in quiet country setting

With the charm of a genuine Village community, this modern acreage offers a relaxed country lifestyle just 24km from Brisbane CBD. For sale by Chelsea Perry and Ronni Grevell of Craig Doyle Real Estate Dayboro.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

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European sophistication with Bond-style hidden entry garage

“It’s one of the highest levels of detail – in terms of an international standard renovation – that we’ve seen in Toorak.” For sale by Robert Fletcher and Michael Gibson of Kay & Burton.

Remote homes

These amazing Australian residences take working remotely to another level! As found on Luxury List.

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People

So you want a career in real estate?

The real estate industry is varied and is more than just selling property, according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia.

The Economy

Update on the job market for October 2019

Follow the trends that have been emerging in the job sector throughout the past month based on data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

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The Economy

Super Saturday as Christmas draws near

Despite CoreLogic figures showing fewer house listings, Devine Real Estate is bucking the trend and prepares for Super Saturday tomorrow.

Queensland (Qld)

The Economy

Large development site on the market for $2 million

Ray White is marketing a 49 lot rural residential development at Rosenthal Heights.

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The Economy

Increased investor activity could make APRA act

As investors use rate cuts to pay down mortgages and be more active in the market, this may see a tightening to credit restrictions, according to Riskwise

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Palatial Brisbane home inspired by Masterchef

The ultimate in 6-star opulence. For sale by Tyson Clarke of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty - Brisbane.

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The Economy

How to buy a blue-chip property bargain this Christmas

Buyer's agent Nick Viner, has revealed his guide to securing blue-chip property bargains this Christmas – and why purchasers need to act now.

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News Roundup

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/companies/dexus-exits-martin-place-tower-as-sydney-metro-plan-takes-shape/news-story/11ea358c2dd23efef7464511177e9ee6

Dexus exits Martin Place tower as Sydney Metro plan takes shape

Dexus has sold its office tower at 39 Martin Place, Sydney, as part of the NSW government's compulsory acquisition for its metro rail.

The Australian

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/look-to-perth-for-a-luxury-bargain/news-story/f0535770355f16d616c873527aa6aea2

Look to Perth for a luxury bargain

Perth is offering up some of the best luxury bargains on the Australian property market.

The Australian

http://www.domain.com.au/advice/privacy-options-dont-impose-light-style/

Privacy options that don’t impose on light or style

How to maintain your privacy while still keeping your space light, bright, and stylish.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/vic/in-melbournes-suburbs-townhouses-and-big-apartments-are-the-new-black-20161110-gsmnsy

In Melbourne's suburbs, townhouses and big apartments are the new black

In the 12 months to September, nearly 34,000 new semi-detached, row or terraced dwellings were given the nod by planning authorities nationally, a 14% increase on the same period a year earlier.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/nation/buyers-agents-on-the-rise-as-battle-for-homes-heats-up/news-story/0949b2849276c789a5cfc7cf4be71e0a

Buyers’ agents on the rise as battle for homes heats up

Buyers’ agents are increasingly striking deals before homes have been listed for sale.

The Australian

http://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/not-all-of-gen-y-have-given-up-hope-of-buying-property/news-story/84a10a3b47ac33c9ee3bb09ced40f1f1

Not all of Gen Y have given up hope of buying property

A new survey reveals many of Generation Y have become property investors.

news.com.au

http://thenewdaily.com.au/life/home/2016/11/12/renting-a-house-tenants-guide/?utm_source=Responsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20161113_SUNDAY_BEST

Why renting a home is nearly as hard as buying one

The Australian dream is steadily shifting from home ownership towards tenancy, with almost one third of the nation renting – and that proportion is rising.

The New Daily

http://www.accountantsdaily.com.au/tax-compliance/9677-bizarre-claims-for-2016-revealed?utm_source=AccountantsDaily&utm_campaign=10_11_16&utm_medium=email&utm_content=1

‘Bizarre’ claims for 2016 revealed

Accounting firms and the Tax Office have revealed some of the stranger deduction claims that have crossed their desks this tax time.

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