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Real Estate Institutes honour property managers

'Unsung heroes' of the pandemic to be celebrated at National Property Managers Day, says REIA president Adrian Kelly.

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Construction

Increase in new home sales in response to HomeBuilder

An increase in new home sales by 77.6 per cent in June, is a direct result of HomeBuilder, according to Tim Reardon, HIA.

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$1 billion in property sales achieved by Openn Negotiation

Tech platform Openn Negotiation has reached a major milestone of $1 billion property sales through their online auction site.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

Coastal beach home with 180 degree views

This immaculate home with views from coastline to headland is for sale via Shaun Cardillo of REAL Specialists.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

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Full-floor Gold Coast skyhome delivers spectacular oceanfront views

Occupying the 14th floor of an exclusive residents-only building, this Coolangatta apartment overlooks world-class beaches. For sale by Wayne Bisgrove of REAL specialists.

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The Economy

All eyes on Melbourne as auctions continue: Market Wrap

Victorian agents prepared to continue auctions and sales as the state goes back into lockdown, according to Ray White managing director Dan White.

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The Economy

John McGrath – Bank loyalty tax & lower rates inspire refinancing

John McGrath, founder of McGrath Estate Agents outlines how to get a mortgage that best suits you.

New South Wales (NSW)

People

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Steven Dale of Steven Dale Real Estate supported by REAL Group

Steven brings a wealth of experience to his role with Steven Dale Real Estate, having been a company director, CEO and CFO in several businesses over the past 20 years.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Spacious riverfront apartment with resort style facilities

This luxurious ground floor apartment in 'One Macquarie' includes an 18 metre (approx.) marina berth lease and lockup accommodation for up to 6 cars. For sale by Judy Goodger of Place New Farm.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Iconic waterfront apartment on the market in Heritage-listed ‘Refinery’ building

One of the most sought after waterfront acquisitions in Brisbane offers subtle, timeless distinction with mesmerising water views. For sale by Christine Rudolph of Ray White New Farm.

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News Roundup

http://www.smh.com.au/business/the-economy/why-we-need-to-worry-about-the-level-of-australian-household-debt-20170407-gvfwel.html

Why we need to worry about the level of Australian household debt

The balance sheets of Australian households with a mortgage are dangerously exposed to any fall in house prices.

The Sydney Morning Herald

http://www.afr.com/personal-finance/blue-chip-borrowers-offered-big-incentives-20170405-gve67s

Blue chip borrowers offered big incentives

Lenders may be cracking down on some borrowers but they're falling over themselves to woo customers they see as a safe bet.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/blocked-beijing-buyers-to-look-to-australia/news-story/dfff57c2b78ade04313dc1fb18af62e9

Blocked Beijing buyers ‘to look to Australia’

Beijing’s moves to dampen speculation in its overheated housing market will stoke the flames of Sydney and Melbourne’s seemingly unstoppable housing prices, says former Macquarie boss Bill Moss.

The Australian

https://www.domain.com.au/news/rag-trader-malcolm-webster-sells-darling-point-terrace-for-about-48-million-20170406-gvero7/

Rag trader sells Darling Point terrace for $4.8m

Malcolm Webster has sold his Darling Point terrace ahead of its scheduled auction, bringing his extensive Sydney real estate holdings to an end, following the decision to place his brands David Lawrence and Marcs into voluntary administration.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/financial-services/fitch-moodys-sp-alert-but-not-alarmed-by-housing-20170405-gveogu

Fitch, Moody's, S&P alert but not alarmed by housing

The world's biggest credit ratings agencies acknowledge the rising threat Australia's unbalanced property market poses for the economy, but are content to watch for further signs of trouble before ringing the alarm.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.wsj.com/articles/farm-to-condo-movement-stakes-its-claim-to-brooklyn-rooftop-1491391801

Farm-to-Condo Movement Stakes Its Claim to Brooklyn Rooftop

It was only a matter of time before the farm-to-table movement merged with the Brooklyn condominium boom.

The Wall Street Journal

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/36000-property-portfolios-risk-income-shortfall-20170405-gve58l

One in three Sydney landlords risk income shortfall

Falling rents or loss of tenants could seriously jeopardise the financial viability of nearly 36,000 property investment portfolios around the country.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-04-05/who-is-to-blame-if-people-are-in-too-much-debt/8418474

Who is to blame if people end up in financial strife after taking out a home loan?

Is it the bank, or the Government, or should people take responsibility for their own money problems?

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