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Builder’s own timeless family home

This sophisticated residence in Paddington, Queensland, offers space, privacy and high-end finishes. For sale by Daniel McGahan of Belle Property Wilston.

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John continues on pathway to professionalism

John Cunningham has reached another milestone in his quest for higher training standards in the industry, taking out the President's Award the REIA Awards for Excellence.

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People

How to succeed in your new job

Starting a new job is stressful and exciting. Simon Browne, Managing Director and Founder of Longreach Recruitment shares his tips for succeeding in a new role.

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8 spectacular Australian resort-style homes

Incredible houses, fabulous views, and amazing facilities for residents and their guests. Take a peek at some of Australia's top resort-inspired homes, as seen on Luxury List.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

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Modern sophistication in leafy Toorak

This brand new Melbourne home offers spacious living and stylish sophistication in a premium location. For sale by Anthony Grimwade and Oliver Booth of RT Edgar Toorak.

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PCA and REIA speak out after Labor announces start date for proposed negative gearing changes

Labor's announcement that January 1 will be the start date of its proposed negative gearing and capital gains tax changes has drawn condemnation from the Property Council of Australia and the Real Estate Institute of Australia.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

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Meet Tom Vlahos: Advice from a Real Estate Veteran

Having been in the Perth property industry since 1986 and selling over 2500 homes, Tom Vlahos of Xceed Real Estate knows a thing or two about the business.

Victoria (Vic.)

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Pimbaacla: private coastal sanctuary

Set on approx. 1.09 ha, this modern family home offers a stunning outdoor lifestyle within walking distance of the beach and local shopping village. For sale by Dean Phillips and Alexandra Otte of McEwing Partners Mornington.

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The Economy

6 questions you should ask before buying off-the-plan

If you've never bought off-the-plan before, it can be an overwhelming experience. We asked the director of Marshall White Projects, Leonard Teplin what questions buyers need to be asking.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

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Transformed Victorian in Dulwich Hill - auction tomorrow

Victorian heritage with contemporary practicality, this Dulwich HIll home is for sale by Rhonda Yim and Benjamin Martin of Belle Property Annandale.

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/mansion-prices-tumble-in-port-douglas-20160505-goncc1

Mansion prices tumble in Port Douglas

Vendors have slashed millions from the asking prices of some of the most expensive and extravagant mansions in Port Douglas and the nearby Daintree in tropical north Queensland.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/childcare-centres-leased-to-g8-education-for-sale-could-fetch-30m-20160509-gopr1u

Childcare centres leased to G8 Education for sale could fetch $30m

A private investor has offered for sale four childcare properties leased to listed education group, G8 Education in Queensland and South Australia.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/rentcomau-on-a-roll-as-it-gathers-bill-moss-and-charles-tarbey/news-story/480602d0f5929e99062b313a00916f1f

Rent.com.au on a roll as it gathers Bill Moss and Charles Tarbey

High-profile former Macquarie executive Bill Moss has joined the investor list at online rental property service Rent.com.au after the ASX-listed group successfully wrapped up a $5.5m capital raising yesterday.

The Australian

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/citi-downgrades-mirvac-on-fears-foreigners-cant-borrow-money-20160509-gopnkw

Citi downgrades Mirvac on fears foreigners can't borrow money

Citi has downgraded Mirvac because it believes foreign buyers might struggle to secure loans to buy the apartments being built by the listed real estate group.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/rate-cut-budget-changes-add-fizz-to-flat-property-market-20160505-gonmr8

Rate cut, budget changes add fizz to flat property market

Rate cuts, budgetary changes to superannuation and unchanged negative gearing rules will add fizz to a property market flattened by a squeeze on local and overseas lending, say property analysts, brokers and agents.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/anz-westpac-hit-by-hundreds-of-chinese-home-loan-frauds-20160508-gop6n1

ANZ, Westpac hit by hundreds of Chinese home loan frauds

ANZ and Westpac have discovered they have each approved "hundreds" of home loans backed by fraudulent Chinese income documents, which were allegedly manufactured with the help of dodgy mortgage brokers.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/mortgage-brokers-to-remain-in-spotlight-after-asic-review-20160506-goo666

Mortgage brokers to remain in spotlight after ASIC review

The corporate watchdog is ready to follow this year's review of mortgage broker commissions with detailed investigative work in the sector, including shadow-shopping or file reviews, after consumer groups said the initial probe was too narrow in scope.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/bank-demands-1000-buffer-before-lending-20160506-goo7hz

Bank demands $1000 buffer before lending

A lender is weeding out unsuitable local house buyers by warning they need minimum monthly surplus income of $1000 after deduction of all taxes, costs and expenses to qualify for a loan.

The Australian Financial Review