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Could a share market crash cause a property price collapse?

Stock markets around the world have rattled investors over the past week but could a major crash wreak havoc upon the Australian property market?

Rope at breaking point
Would property prices reach their breaking point if global equity markets tanked? (Image source: Shutterstock.com)

Share markets are undergoing a rollercoaster ride and many economists believe a recession is imminent, with experts estimating a 65 per cent chance of it occurring within the next 12 months.

A mind-numbing $6.4 trillion has been wiped off global stocks in three weeks.

But even if those losses are compounded, is it likely to flow through to a property retraction or crash?

During Australia’s last major recession, back in 1990-91, property prices…

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