Rowan Crosby

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Rowan Crosby is a business journalist specialising in finance, economics and real estate.

Commercial borrowers struggle as lenders tighten criteria

Credit conditions are tight and lenders are becoming increasingly selective for commercial projects, according to a new survey.

Gold Coast’s Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort sale shows the sector is strong

The premier leisure hotel sector is strong in QLD with increased investment ahead of the Olympics boosting sentiment

Why are Australian house prices bouncing back?

After experts predicted prices would tumble 30% as rates rose, why is the reality so different?

Australian house price growth overtakes units for the first time in 13 months

House price growth was 1.2%, compared to unit growth of 0.9%

Affordable homeownership: Unveiling the “most serviceable” suburbs in Australia

Despite rates rising by 400 basis points, there are still locations around the country were homebuyers can service a mortgage

Property investors opt out of the market

Investors are getting out of the market, with the share of new listings from investors remaining high

How property investors can maximise their returns at tax time

Rising interest rates are making life tough for investors, but there are a number of things you can do at tax time that might help
Mortgage belt suburbs are struggling- Image: Unsplash

Australia’s mortgage belt suffering most from higher rates

Outer subrubs are suffering the most with higher interest rates with over 50% of some locations having a mortgage

Sydney property prices could soar 9%

House prices are set to bounce back in the next 12 months, led by Sydney, Adelaide and Hobart

Demand for share houses doubles in 12 months

The rental crisis is forcing renters into share accomodation, with East Perth and Northbridge some of the tightest locations for share houses

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Avoid the herd for successful property investment in 2025

Property expert reveals which Australian locations are poised for growth in 2025.

Where should you invest: Metropolitan or regional markets?

Explore the pros and cons of metropolitan vs. regional property markets.