Domain’s Dr. Nicola Powell revealed the shocking shift that has made Brisbane units more expensive for first home buyers than those in Sydney. Discover why interstate migration and a “missing middle” of housing are pushing young couples into extreme mortgage stress and a decade-long savings climb. Hear more highlights from Afternoons below and download the […]
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