There is evidence Australia’s housing markets are following the share market as first home buyers try to get their foot in the door and as investors chase rental returns that are better than keeping money in the bank.
There is evidence Australia’s housing markets are following the share market as first home buyers try to get their foot in the door and as investors chase rental returns that are better than keeping money in the bank.
Sky News Business Editor Steph Nash head out to find out where the value lies.Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
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