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It’s tax time again!

The new financial year started last week, which means that not only is it time to start preparing those tax returns, but also a range of government measures affecting household budgets and property transactions have taken effect. Read more

Survey suggests property upswing looms

Property professionals and investors believe Australia is approaching the next upswing in its property cycle, according to a survey conducted by Colliers International. Read more

Buyers turn to fixed-rate loans

Fixed interest rates have started to climb in recent months, but so too has the demand for fixed-rate home loans from Australian borrowers, according to Mortgage Choice lending figures. Read more

Broadband plan raises questions for developers

Property developers are calling for the Federal Government to clarify planned moves to require the installation of fibre-optic connections directly to all premises in large-scale new developments. Read more

Poorly installed insulation poses fire risk

Ceiling insulation must be professionally installed to strict safety guidelines or it may become a serious fire hazard, the West Australian Commissioner for Consumer Protection has warned. Read more

And on a lighter note...

Why are they called apartments, when they're all stuck together? Read more

Property prices up 4 per cent this year

House and unit prices climbed 3.9 per cent over the first five months of 2009, all but cancelling out the losses incurred last year, according to figures from RP Data and Rismark International. Read more

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