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The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 17 January.
To compile this list, not only do we consider the week’s most-read stories and the news that matter most to you, but we also curate it to include stories from our sister brands that also have an impact on the Australian property landscape.
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Here are the biggest property stories of the week:
Expected rate cuts lift housing sentiment
Consumer sentiment towards housing improved in January, driven by growing optimism about potential mortgage rate cuts, according to new data.
Australian dwelling price growth uninterrupted for 7 quarters
Despite slow growth, national dwelling prices continued to increase in the December quarter, marking the longest period of uninterrupted quarterly growth since 2012–15.
‘Restoring the dream of home ownership’: Coalition pledges $50k scheme to first home buyers
The Coalition has pledged to allow first home buyers to access their super early to help fund their home ownership dreams.
Vacancy rates ease in December
Vacancy rates showed a slight easing in December, but the Real Estate Institute of NSW said it was too early to determine whether rents will decrease longer term.
Mortgage stress mounts amid prolonged wait for rate relief
Mortgage stress is on the rise as the extended wait for interest rate cuts impacts borrowers.
Rental data paints more vivid picture into Perth property fortunes
Perth’s property fortunes for 2025 could be hidden in rental data, as the Western Australian capital comes off mammoth growth for both property and rental prices.
Renewed confidence pushes spending up for mortgage holders
Mortgage holders have increased spending more than those who own their home outright, in a possible sign that financial pressure is easing on borrowers.
Is insurance the next big challenge for home owners?
OPINION As wildfires devastate Los Angeles leaving an insurance bill in the tens of billions of dollars, could the rising risks from natural disasters make home insurance the next big crisis for home buyers?
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