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John McGrath – First home buying soars

The ABS is reporting the number of new loans issued to first time buyers in December was at its highest level since December 2009

Victoria (Vic.)

Politics

Murders and other material facts to be revealed when selling houses

Recent changes to the Sale of Land Amendment Act in Victoria mean vendors and agents are no longer allowed to deliberately conceal any material facts about a property when selling.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Design

Featured Property

Brand new contemporary residence with stunning Northern Beaches views: 'Eagles Nest'

Iconic design, privacy, and panoramic views combine in this Collaroy residence, for sale by Deborah Cullen of Knight Frank Prestige Residential Sales.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Get to know Deborah Cullen, Partner, Knight Frank Prestige Residential Sales, Head of Brand Relationships

"A big joy for me in working in this part of the market is the friendships and family situations you are able share in."

International National

Design

Rolls Royce owners just became more exclusive

Rolls Royce clients can feel even more exclusive with Whispers: An exclusive digital gateway for owners.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Iconic Sydney apartment offering double water views sold by Knight Frank

A prized residence in the CBD's Quay Apartments building has been sold by Richard Sholl and Adam Ross of Knight Frank Prestige Residential Sales after a 23-day campaign.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Housing affordability expert appointed to head Thrive Homes

'All of us have the right to shelter' is a core tenet of Janelle Goulding who has joined Thrive Homes as their new general manager.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

People

Tiffany joins McGrath Bayside from Canada

With a wealth of experience in North American real estate, Tiffany Sly is ready to shake up the Brisbane market.

National

The Economy

Auction numbers continue their stunning rise

CoreLogic is currently tracking 2,836 scheduled auctions this week.

Victoria (Vic.)

The Economy

Shortest 'Days on Market' just 15 days for 2 Melbourne suburbs

Victorian homes continue to take very little time to sell, according to REIV President Leah Calnan

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News Roundup

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/affluent-suburbs-feel-heat-from-rising-property-costs-20170105-gtmmhc

Affluent suburbs feel heat from rising property costs

Property buyers in some of the nation's swankiest suburbs are among those under most stress keeping up mortgage repayments, according to new analysis.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/logan-residents-reject-750m-resort-project-at-koala-habitat/news-story/8b08db25e1b592621f91f697c88f00fc

Logan residents reject $750m resort project over koala habitat

A $750m resort planned for the koala habitat in Logan, SE Queensland, by a Chinese developer who donated more than $60,000 to the local mayor, has been rejected by the local community.

The Domain

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/concept-for-$3b-gold-coast-casino-revealed?utm_source=Newsletter%20Lists&utm_campaign=831458b552-Architecture%2520and%2520Design%2520Newsletter%2520-%2520201&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_3aac924711-831458b552-100081773

New plans for $3b Gold Coast casino resort revealed

Designs for a new multi-billion dollar integrated resort development for the Gold Coast was revealed late December.

Architecture & Design

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-01-04/victoras-consumer-watchdog-takes-legal-action-underquoting/8160266

Two Melbourne real estate agencies face legal challenge over underquoting allegations

Consumer Affairs Victoria has launched legal action in the Federal Court against two real estate agencies over allegations of underquoting in Melbourne.

The ABC

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/angus-raine-calls-for-stamp-duty-break-to-encourage-emptynesters-to-downsize-20170107-gtnnyg

Angus Raine calls for stamp duty break to encourage empty-nesters to downsize

Real estate agent Angus Raine has called for stamp duty breaks for empty-nesters aged over 70 to increase the turnover of housing stock and improve housing affordability.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.domain.com.au/news/migration-surge-drives-housing-markets-and-economies/

Migration surge drives housing markets and economies

Continuing strong net migration is driving housing demand and housing market activity in both Victoria and NSW.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/generation-reversible-the-harsh-reality-of-buying-a-house-20161222-gtgjr2

Generation reversal: The harsh reality of buying a house

Rather than buy a house in their early 20s, the new generation will start contributing to super as early as they can – and hope the sharemarket thrives for the next 40 years.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/airbnb-squeezing-out-longterm-renters/news-story/3879040e326be335f64e836c1d704b17

Airbnb squeezing out long-term renters

The number of homes and apartments in major cities listed on Airbnb has surged, fuelling fears that landlords will turf out renters for higher-paying short-term tenants.

The Australian