Housing market could help balance out future risks for economy: RBA
Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Guy Debelle has identified positive change within Australia's housing market as a potential offset for future risks to the country's economy.
CoreLogic Mapping the Market Report indicates decline in affordable housing "much less severe"
CoreLogic head of research Cameron Kusher said the geographical context of the housing market provides a relevant perspective on the performance of the housing market and the spatial distribution of housing values.
Why winter selling is still a worthwhile option 20 years later
Queensland Auction Services auctioneer Michael Vettoretto believes an article he wrote more than 20 years ago about winter's impact on the New Zealand property market still has relevance today.
When prices are low first home buyers, and even second home buyers, will find they get better value and their money will go a lot further than it would have 12 months ago.
In order to have the best chance of achieving a sale, vendors should set realistic prices, maximise their marketing campaign to ensure their property stands out from the competition, and be prepared to meet market expectations.
30 per cent drop forecast for Sydney and Melbourne, but Hobart outlook is strong: SQM Research
Sydney and Melbourne house prices could fall by as much as 30 per cent, while Hobart house prices could rise by 5 per cent, according to SQM Research Louis Christopher's Boom and Bust Report.