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Debunking housing myths	7/18/2008 6:45 PM
AN econmist wants to refute two housing myths - that house prices never fall, and strong demand means prices will keep rising.
Trump sells mansion for $103m	7/18/2008 6:30 PM
THE US real estate market might be slumping, but not for Donald Trump, who has sold a mansion for $US100m ($102.7m).
DIY can knock down value	7/16/2008 10:47 AM
POORLY finished do-it-yourself home renovations are adversely affecting house prices, the Housing Industry Association has warned.
Find the best property investment suburbs	7/10/2008 8:00 AM
IF you?re thinking of diving into the property investment market, Sydney and Canberra offer the best rental yields.
Biggest mistakes property investors make	7/13/2008 5:08 PM
THERE are plenty of dangers and traps for would-be landlords. Take a look at the 10 biggest mistakes investors make.
Tax tips for property investors	7/14/2008 4:50 PM
FOR uneducated property investors it can be easy to make mistakes at tax time. Here are some tips to avoid common pitfalls.
Water could affect property prices	7/7/2008 8:01 AM
WATER availability could become an important selling factor in the property market in coming years, according to a forecaster.
Mortgage battlers told to get out now	6/30/2008 4:33 PM
HOMEOWNERS already struggling with mortgage repayments need to cut their losses and sell up before it is too late, an industry insider has warned.
A million houses needed to avoid shortfall	6/29/2008 8:27 PM
A MILLION new homes need to be built over the next five years to cope with Australia?s booming population.
Rent rises through the roof	7/23/2008 9:06 AM
Rents have risen by up to 25pc in a year Biggest rises have been in Sydney and Perth More property news in our Money section

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Not much change for first-home owners	7/23/2008 8:00 AM
DESPITE the perception that home-ownership is becoming an unrealistic goal for the young, the demographic make-up of first-home owners has not changed much in the past decade.
Goodman investors to pocket less	7/23/2008 8:00 AM
GIANT industrial property landlord Goodman Group is expected to be the next big listed property trust to cut its distribution for the 2009 financial year, according to analysts and fund managers.
RACV takes $60m drive into Royal Pines	7/23/2008 8:00 AM
THE invasion by motoring associations into the tourism property sector continues, with the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria buying Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast this week for about $60 million.
Paramor prepares to depart Mirvac	7/22/2008 8:00 AM
MIRVAC is rumoured to have appointed a headhunter to replace Greg Paramor, who appears to be on the verge of retiring.
Developer belted by homes slump	7/22/2008 8:00 AM
THE woes in sections of Australia's housing market have broken out of the auction rooms and bludgeoned the profits of one of the country's biggest developers.

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APG receives Burleigh DA	7/23/2008 4:50 PM
Amalgamated Property Group is set to begin construction of its $80 million luxury beachfront apartment project following approval by the Gold Coast City Council.
Mirvac wins UDIA award	7/23/2008 4:40 PM
Mirvac’s $130 million Waterline-Bulimba development has won the award for best residential subdivision at the Queensland Urban Development Institute of Australia Awards.
Relief for first home buyers?	7/23/2008 4:30 PM
A survey by information website, firsthomesaver.com.au, has found 74% of young Australians believe that housing affordability is going to worsen over the next five years.
Property slowdown could herald collapse	7/23/2008 4:00 PM
Adviser Edge has released its July property update, identifying key concerns for investors with forecasts for the commercial and residential property markets in 2008 and 2009.
Driving group at golf resort	7/22/2008 4:50 PM
In what has been described as a vote of confidence in the Gold Coast tourism market, the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria has acquired the Royal Pines Resort in South East Queensland.

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