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Reform coming for housing debate's 'forgotten people'

Reform coming for housing debate's 'forgotten people'

Renters comprise about one-third of households and the NSW government promises they will get better treatment under planned changes.

Rent squeeze adds extra juice for first-home buyers

Rent squeeze adds extra juice for first-home buyers

Rent squeeze adds extra juice for first-home buyers

Rent squeeze adds extra juice for first-home buyers

Renters across the nation face increasing rent hikes despite varied rental conditions, which is leading to some buying a home.

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Local council performance in approving housing development has been ranked in a "league table" as part of government efforts to accelerate home construction.

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Family claims $1.4m loan 'blighted' 89yo woman's life

Family claims $1.4m loan 'blighted' 89yo woman's life

Pepper Money has been sued over an "unjust" $1.4 million home loan which allegedly threw an elderly woman and her family into financial and emotional distress.

Home lending slips but still well ahead over the year

Home lending slips but still well ahead over the year

Both owner-occupier and investor lending slid in May after three months of growth, yet the total value of loans is holding up as property prices rise.

Average Australian house price hits almost $800,000

Average Australian house price hits almost $800,000

Soaring house prices might please home owners but for those trying to enter the market the odds are stacked against them as chronic housing shortages persist.

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

Open door for lenders on climate risks at 11m homes

A data-rich tool will gauge the energy efficiency and climate profile of the nation's 11 million homes, with some already risky for mortgage lenders.

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Chilly residents wonder why Australian homes so cold

Chilly residents wonder why Australian homes so cold

Chilly residents wonder why Australian homes so cold

Chilly residents wonder why Australian homes so cold

As more residents take to social media complaining about cold homes, experts warn chilly interiors can impact people's health and wellbeing even if they rug up.

Mortgage arrears hit three-year high amid uncertainty

Mortgage arrears hit three-year high amid uncertainty

Mortgage arrears hit three-year high amid uncertainty

Mortgage arrears hit three-year high amid uncertainty

The number of Australians behind on their mortgage has reached a three-year high with many making repayments by dipping into savings and working more.

Stubborn economic challenges hang over RBA rates call

Stubborn economic challenges hang over RBA rates call

Stubborn economic challenges hang over RBA rates call

Stubborn economic challenges hang over RBA rates call

A June interest rate meeting comes as the federal government defends its budget management in an economy facing slow growth and persistent inflation.

Commercial buildings next on the block for carbon cuts

Commercial buildings next on the block for carbon cuts

Commercial buildings next on the block for carbon cuts

Commercial buildings next on the block for carbon cuts

Saving on emissions and energy bills for commercial premises is a "no brainer", according to the Property Council, as a push begins for greater electrification.

'We have a plan': state reacts to housing crisis outcry

'We have a plan': state reacts to housing crisis outcry

'We have a plan': state reacts to housing crisis outcry

'We have a plan': state reacts to housing crisis outcry

A real estate body has called on authorities to provide an accountable delivery plan, describing the Queensland's housing crisis as "woeful".

Treasury boss backs the young to navigate housing mess

Treasury boss backs the young to navigate housing mess

Treasury boss backs the young to navigate housing mess

Treasury boss backs the young to navigate housing mess

The ever-increasing cost of housing is one of the big challenges facing young people but their future is not bleak, the Treasury secretary says.

Supply shortfalls set to exacerbate housing crisis

Supply shortfalls set to exacerbate housing crisis

Supply shortfalls set to exacerbate housing crisis

Supply shortfalls set to exacerbate housing crisis

Housing affordability has worsened in Australia and could be set to deteriorate further but there is no easy fix on the horizon.

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Wealth guru misled clients with 'deceptive' programs

Students undergoing wealth and property programs have been left disappointed after a businesswoman's broken promises for real estate success.

Property profits up as prices keep ticking higher

Australia's real estate resilience has kept on keeping on despite higher interest rates and gloomy consumer sentiment.

Renewable land grab leaves prime paddocks in production

A renewable energy land agent says farmers are happy with projects on paddocks they can't see from their porch, as long as it's their land making the money.

Most want energy-efficient homes but are stuck on price

Most Australian buyers, renters and builders want energy-efficient homes, a study has found, but high prices and a lack of knowledge are holding them back.

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Rental reforms go too far: real estate body

The Queensland government's sweeping rental reforms go too far and diminish a property owner's rights, a peak real estate body says.

Fraudster Melissa Caddick’s penthouse finally sells

A luxury penthouse apartment formerly owned by Sydney conwoman Melissa Caddick, 49, has been sold for an undisclosed sum with settlement expected next month.

Scammer jailed for stealing close to $400k from cousin

Angela Liberatore, 50, has been sentenced after she was found guilty by a jury of 33 counts of obtaining financial advantage by deception.

Older Australians may win big from homebuyer scheme

Australians expected to retire in the next decade could avoid the renting on a pension thanks to the government's first homebuyer scheme.

Court backs $2.7 million payout to couple hit by fraud

A couple who lost their newly purchased home are "incredibly relieved" to again be able to claim $2.7 million in damages from the Queensland government.

Home prices climb and rate cuts could fuel more growth

The Australian market is stuck between the competing forces of poor affordability and a supply demand mismatch.

Accused crepe assailant's real estate licence revoked

Legal troubles have continued for a woman accused of assaulting the former Northern Territory chief minister, now having her real estate licence revoked.

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