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NSW Passes Rental Reforms: No-Grounds Evictions Banned, Rent Increases Capped
The state’s peak real estate body has cautioned against making conditions too onerous for landlords citing the situation in New Zealand and Victoria.
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Capital City Renters Paying an Extra $15,000 Per Year Since the Pandemic: Analysis
Sydney house rents have risen by $356 weekly, adding $18,512 annually, while Perth rents climbed by $352, increasing $18,304 a year.
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Coalition, Greens Block Government’s Shared Equity Scheme for Housing
The motion was suspended after receiving 19 ‘yes’ votes and 41 ’no' votes in the Senate.
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Adelaide, Perth Median Dwelling Prices Surpass Melbourne
Melbourne’s home values have declined for 6 consecutive months, influenced by the increased tax burden on investment properties.
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ACT Introduces ‘Calculator’ to Help Tenants Determine Fair Rent Increases
The calculator allows users to determine the maximum permissible rent increase based on their specific circumstances.
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Second-Home Owners Will Need Planning Permission for Short-Term Holiday Lets
The government will also introduce a mandatory national register of short-term lets so local councils can have greater information on housing in their area.
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Australia’s Migrant Intake Must Be Better Controlled, Peter Costello Warns
An economist said the supply of immigration has long exceeded the demand for it.
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NSW Passes Rental Reforms: No-Grounds Evictions Banned, Rent Increases Capped
The state’s peak real estate body has cautioned against making conditions too onerous for landlords citing the situation in New Zealand and Victoria.
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Capital City Renters Paying an Extra $15,000 Per Year Since the Pandemic: Analysis
Sydney house rents have risen by $356 weekly, adding $18,512 annually, while Perth rents climbed by $352, increasing $18,304 a year.
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Coalition, Greens Block Government’s Shared Equity Scheme for Housing
The motion was suspended after receiving 19 ‘yes’ votes and 41 ’no' votes in the Senate.
|
Adelaide, Perth Median Dwelling Prices Surpass Melbourne
Melbourne’s home values have declined for 6 consecutive months, influenced by the increased tax burden on investment properties.
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ACT Introduces ‘Calculator’ to Help Tenants Determine Fair Rent Increases
The calculator allows users to determine the maximum permissible rent increase based on their specific circumstances.
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Second-Home Owners Will Need Planning Permission for Short-Term Holiday Lets
The government will also introduce a mandatory national register of short-term lets so local councils can have greater information on housing in their area.
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Australia’s Migrant Intake Must Be Better Controlled, Peter Costello Warns
An economist said the supply of immigration has long exceeded the demand for it.
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