Homebuyers could be offered grant of $25,000 to build or renovate
Details of the proposed homebuyers grant are still scarce as the government works to finalise the scheme, but early reports say the grant could be around $25,000.
June 03, 2020
7 in 10 Australians think we'll be in a recession in the next 12 months
Seven in 10 Australians expect the country will enter a recession in the next 12 months, according to Switzer Financial Group.
June 02, 2020
Sydney and Melbourne drive national house price falls in May
House prices fell nationally in their first month-on-month decline since June 2019, with five of the eight capital cities recording price drops in May.
June 01, 2020
Government set to unveil new homebuyer grants to boost residential construction
The Federal Government will reportedly unveil new homeowner grants to revive the residential construction sector in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 31, 2020
Australian investors dumping property in favour of stocks
New research shows Australians would prefer to invest in the sharemarket than property at the moment.
May 29, 2020
AHURI announces research projects that aim to improve housing after COVID-19 pandemic
Housing affordability, rent reform and economic stimulus are all on the agenda as the economy recovers from COVID-19, amid fears over high-density living for low-income earners.
May 28, 2020
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme reaches capacity
The Morrison Government's First Home Loan Deposit Scheme has been filled, after the 10,000 limit of borrower guarantees was reached last week.
May 27, 2020
Now that it’s a renters market, should you take advantage and find a new rental?
Vacancy rates are surging and rents are falling, presenting a tempting opportunity for tenants to find a better rental for a potentially cheaper price.
May 26, 2020
Westpac throws lifeline to keep struggling mortgage holders afloat
Westpac has announced it will allow customers to change the conditions of their mortgage repayments without a serviceability assessment.
May 25, 2020
Sydney house prices could tumble 15%, Melbourne 17% in 2021: HSBC
Sydney house prices could fall by 15% in 2021, while Melbourne prices could plummet by as much as 17% according to forecasts from HSBC.
May 22, 2020
