As we move on into the spring, it is an opportune time to take stock and see where the Australian economy, and its housing market, are heading, writes Christopher Joye of Property Observer.
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Schwab: Joye brings himself no joy with coloured views
Property may be fairly priced and “Conflicted Chris” Joye may well be right — but it’s a shame though that he isn’t able to articulate a single coherent argument to support his theory, writes Adam Schwab.
Crikey Counterpoint: the Australian property market
Australia’s residential property market delivered a resilient performance during the first quarter, with the RP Data-Rismark National Dwelling Value Index rising 1.6%, writes Christopher Joye. Poppycock, says Adam Schwab.
Housing prices through the looking glass
Droves of first home owners are being convinced to enter into life-long debt to purchase a property that they cannot afford, writes Adam Schwab.
Should government bail out credit lending casualties?
A joint paper released this week has called for more Federal Government aid to help prevent the big banks regaining dominance of the home lending sector. Sounds sensible but who will benefit? asks Glenn Dyer.
