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Feb 21, 2020

The Economy

Optimism is ramping up in the auction sphere

Ray White Victoria's Jeremy Tyrrell says there are many indicators pointing to a positive year in the property market.

Feb 21, 2020

The Economy

Competition for Perth rentals heats up as vacancy rates fall

More than 15 people on average are vying for rental properties in WA, according to Andrew Graham of Rental Management Australia

Feb 21, 2020

The Economy

Huge auction numbers this weekend

A major jump in the number of auctions this weekend will have buyers, sellers and agents very busy, according to CoreLogic.

Feb 20, 2020

The Economy

Customers find being loyal a taxing affair

Joust's Mark Bevan suggests home owners do some research to see if they are paying a 'loyalty tax' to the big banks.

Feb 20, 2020

The Economy

People

Agents

Expansion of Canberra sees The Agency move in

The Agency Canberra launches with Peter Micalos and a significant project pipeline marking a bright future for the nation's capital.

Feb 19, 2020

The Economy

Rental market remains tough through January

Another month of low vacancy rates has left Victoria's rental market toughing it out, according to REIV President Leah Calnan.

Feb 19, 2020

Politics

Brokers not happy with legislation over Best Interests Duty Bill

The clawback system means mortgage brokers are often working for free, according to Zippy Financial Director and Principal Broker Louisa Sanghera.

Feb 19, 2020

Politics

Regulations

Compliance

NT investors barking mad at legislation changes

The Gunner Government has thrown the cat amongst the pigeons by introducing changes to the Residential Tenancies Act, according to REINT CEO Quentin Kilian.

Feb 18, 2020

People

John McGrath – Early bird sellers catch the worm

Welcome to the first of my regular columns for The Real Estate Conversation in which I’ll share my insights on the residential property market in Australia.