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Unplanned home buying on the rise as emotions drive decisions

Extra bedroom more achievable as market conditions shift in buyers’ favour

Rental prices easing nationally gives tenants breathing room

Depositor compensation scheme has taken effect

Consent delays ease as councils lift their game

Rising population may drive housing demand

Govt seeks feedback on new rules for overseas building products

Property market remains in “holding pattern”

Nearly half the population changed address between 2018 and 2023

Solar gets a boost as government clears the way for more rooftop panels

Buyers hold the cards in most regions, but sellers still have power in some pockets

Further rate cuts are possible, but not guaranteed

Building approvals to be streamlined under self-certification scheme

Investor sentiment edges up despite global uncertainty
