Higher debt as territory axes stamp duty
Stamp duty will be abolished for ACT first home buyers in an Australian first, despite the territory budget set to surpass $12 billion in debt.
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Stamp duty will be abolished for ACT first home buyers in an Australian first, despite the territory budget set to surpass $12 billion in debt.
Anthony Albanese has not revealed whether carve outs for businesses are on the table for controversial tax changes from the federal budget.
New study shows half of the family income is needed to pay a home loan as interest rates continue to hit hard.
Comparison firm says Australians are still spending on their cards but mainly due to the increased price of many goods.
Treasurer says his budget is about 'supporting younger generations of Canberrans to own their home'.
But some economists say concerns are 'overplayed' and any instances of negative equity 'would be rare'.
Peak real estate body calls on government to be transparent about overcharge as it prepares for state budget.
Politicians on all sides are listening to opinion polls and the voice of the people, promising a positive response.
NAB joins CBA and ANZ to revise their forecast and expect the Reserve Bank to keep interest rates on hold.
Consumer and business sentiment surveys are the highlight of an otherwise quiet week on the economic front in Australia, as global turmoil casts a shadow.