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The biggest property myth of 2011

The biggest property myth of 2011

Probably the biggest property myth of 2011 was the claim that Australia was in a “property bubble” that was about to burst. It was only a few years ago when “doomsday economist” Steve Keen predicted Australian house prices would plummet. Awkwardly for him, average house prices went up 40% rather than down. Interestingly he now [...]

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Asian investors set sights on Australian apartment market

February 9, 2012

Australia’s natural resources are not the only asset in demand from Asian markets right now, as an increasing number of foreign … read more..

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Inner city housing prices pushing more families into the ‘burbs

February 8, 2012

If you could live anywhere in the world, and money was no object, where would you choose to live? That is a question posed by … read more..

Land banking – the property development strategy of the pros

February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

How many times have you driven past a property and said to yourself, “If only I had bought that property when it was for sale five years ago?”  Who wouldn’t have bought more properties 10 years ago if they knew they would have doubled in value, like many well located real estate has done over [...]

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Asian investors set sights on Australian apartment market

February 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Australia’s natural resources are not the only asset in demand from Asian markets right now, as an increasing number of foreign investors set their sights on residential apartment development in our major cities. According to CBRE  property group, around a third of all new apartment developments currently in the pipework for Sydney and Melbourne are [...]

The insider’s top six property management tips

February 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

When it comes to managing your investment property to ensure you get the best possible returns, nothing beats the inside scoop from a property management professional who knows the ins and outs of looking after landlords. So we thought…why not share our top six tips on how to best manage your investment property, compiled by [...]

The homebuyers’ secret weapon – Having a buyer’s agent on your side

February 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Normally buying a home is a major experience, filled with excitement, pleasure, pride, stress and fear and will consume much of your precious time, money and energy. Choosing the right property for your family comes down to knowing what you need, knowing what you can afford and knowing exactly what’s available at the time you [...]

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Asian investors set sights on Australian apartment market

February 9, 2012 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintAustralia’s natural resources are not the only asset in demand from Asian markets right now, as an increasing number of foreign investors set their sights on residential apartment development in our major cities. According to CBRE  property group, around a third of all new apartment developments currently in the pipework for Sydney and Melbourne are [...]

Inner city housing prices pushing more families into the ‘burbs

February 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If you could live anywhere in the world, and money was no object, where would you choose to live? That is a question posed by the Sydney Morning Herald and the largest group of readers – 36 per cent to be exact – said they’d prefer to live in the inner suburbs of our cities. [...]

Interest rates remain at 4.25%

February 7, 2012 · 2 Comments

Australian borrowers will have to wait at least another month for more interest rate relief after the Reserve Bank many  by leaving its key rate unchanged. The RBA kept interest rates on hold today, suggesting that they are relatively happy with the way inflation and our economy is performing. This was a massive surprise for [...]

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Land banking – the property development strategy of the pros

February 2, 2012 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintHow many times have you driven past a property and said to yourself, “If only I had bought that property when it was for sale five years ago?”  Who wouldn’t have bought more properties 10 years ago if they knew they would have doubled in value, like many well located real estate has done over [...]

The Benefits of Becoming a Property Developer

February 1, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Many investors have become wealthy through property investment, very wealthy. But the real profits in the property market are at the wholesale end – in property development. So let’s look at some of the benefits of becoming a property developer:  

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The insider’s top six property management tips

February 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintWhen it comes to managing your investment property to ensure you get the best possible returns, nothing beats the inside scoop from a property management professional who knows the ins and outs of looking after landlords. So we thought…why not share our top six tips on how to best manage your investment property, compiled by [...]

The Secrets to Getting the Best Tenants in Town

February 2, 2012 · Leave a Comment

When I ask property investors what qualities they are looking for in a tenant, they usually come up with a list that looks something like this: “I don’t want any property management headaches. I want a tenant who pays on time. I also want a tenant who takes care of my investment property. Then I want a [...]

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The homebuyers’ secret weapon – Having a buyer’s agent on your side

February 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintNormally buying a home is a major experience, filled with excitement, pleasure, pride, stress and fear and will consume much of your precious time, money and energy. Choosing the right property for your family comes down to knowing what you need, knowing what you can afford and knowing exactly what’s available at the time you [...]

13 Common Mistakes Home Buyers Make – and how to avoid them

February 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Buying your next home can be a daunting task, especially if it’s your first home. It’s exciting but full of complexities. While it’s likely to be the largest financial transaction you will ever make, we’ve found that many home buyers are poorly prepared to ensure they make a good purchase decision. And it’s not their fault. [...]