Registration of housing properties in the Mumbai municipal region has jumped over threefold so far this month at 9,037 units as against the year-ago period with fresh sales contributing more than half, according to Knight Frank India. Mumbai BMC region (i.e. Churchgate to Dahisar and Colaba to Mulund) recorded property registrations of 9,037 units till 12 noon on Friday.

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Property buyers in the nation’s booming residential markets could find it harder to qualify for a loan from Monday as major lenders buckle down in response to growing concerns about the impact of COVID-19.

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A Melbourne real estate agent who took nearly $100,000 out of his agency’s trust account and splurged on luxury cars and private school fees should be able to continue working in the industry, a court has heard.

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You’ll need to pay an additional 2% to 5% on top of your home loan to cover closing costs, according to financial advisor Winnie Sun. Watch this video to learn about the other expenses you may face when purchasing your first house.

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Builders in a Taranaki district will continue to wait with tools down while their council seeks advice on a building guideline that could cost customers thousands of dollars.

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There is a growing divide between the housing haves and have-nots and, without outright house price falls, it will be difficult to rectify, ANZ economists say.

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Rental yield is one of the most important considerations for any new or existing buy-to-let landlord.

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