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Nov 09, 2026
House price forecasts have weakened: what that means for your suburb
House price forecasts have weakened. Understand peak-to-trough estimates, compare local sales and pl...
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Nov 08, 2026
Sydney auction results: prepare your offer before a home passes in
Sydney auction results remain mixed. Prepare finance, comparable sales and contract checks before ne...
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Nov 07, 2026
NSW apartment approvals rebound: check the path from plans to finished homes
NSW apartment approvals lifted in September, but approved plans are not completed homes. What Wester...
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Nov 06, 2026
Lower Sydney house prices do not guarantee a lighter mortgage repayment
New Domain analysis separates lower Sydney house prices from mortgage affordability. Check deposit n...
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Nov 05, 2026
More homes for sale, not a rush of new sellers: read the listings numbers carefully
October listings grew as unsold homes accumulated. What the national figures mean for a careful West...
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Nov 04, 2026
RBA raises rates to 4.85%: seek mortgage support before repayments fall behind
The RBA raised the cash rate to 4.85% on 3 November. A practical guide to seeking early mortgage sup...
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Nov 03, 2026
RBA decision day: check your lender's notice before changing your property budget
A morning preview for 3 November: separate the RBA decision from lender rates, effective dates, repa...
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Nov 02, 2026
Sydney values fell in October: plan the sale and purchase together
October Cotality figures show Sydney dwelling values fell 1.6%. For households selling and buying, t...
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Nov 01, 2026
Refinancing in November? Keep your remaining loan term in view
Moneysmart has refreshed its refinancing guidance. NSW homeowners should compare switching costs, us...
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Oct 31, 2026
Slower new-home sales put the housing pipeline in focus for NSW buyers
Recent developer sales and ABS approvals figures put future housing supply in focus. A practical che...
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Oct 30, 2026
Sydney rents are losing momentum, but tenants still need a local plan
Sydney house rents eased and unit rents held steady in the September quarter. What the latest Domain...
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Oct 29, 2026
Inflation reaches 4.3%: put everyday costs back into your home loan budget
September inflation puts household expenses in focus. A practical budget check for NSW home buyers a...
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