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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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Economist predicts house prices will fall this year

February 3, 2012

Late last year economist Steven Keen predicted house prices will drop 5 to 10 percent this year. More recently he suggested … read more..

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Blue skies ahead for residential property?

February 2, 2012

Given the problems and the position of global economies, Australia has done well by comparison and in global stakes it remains one … read more..

Land banking – the property development strategy of the pros

September 29, 2011 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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Economist predicts house prices will fall this year

February 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Late last year economist Steven Keen predicted house prices will drop 5 to 10 percent this year. More recently he suggested that house prices will be 10% lower by the end of the year. Is he right? Well…2012 will be a tough year for property, and I’ve given my thoughts on this in some of [...]

The insider’s top six property management tips

August 4, 2011 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 [...]

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

December 31, 2011 By 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. [...]

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Economist predicts house prices will fall this year

February 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintLate last year economist Steven Keen predicted house prices will drop 5 to 10 percent this year. More recently he suggested that house prices will be 10% lower by the end of the year. Is he right? Well…2012 will be a tough year for property, and I’ve given my thoughts on this in some of [...]

Blue skies ahead for residential property?

February 2, 2012 · 1 Comment

Given the problems and the position of global economies, Australia has done well by comparison and in global stakes it remains one of the few bright spots. Adverse comments and the position currently surrounding European economic problems have certainly had an impact on Australia’s economy; however it is important to recognise the position Australia holds, [...]

The final word on Australian house prices

February 2, 2012 · 2 Comments

There is an enormous amount of time wasted debating whether Australian house prices are over- or under-valued. The vast bulk of everything that is written on this subject is, unfortunately, both factually flawed and misleading. So what are we meant to believe about the future of our property markets?

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Land banking – the property development strategy of the pros

September 29, 2011 · 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

September 17, 2011 · 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

August 4, 2011 · 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

May 13, 2011 · 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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13 Common Mistakes Home Buyers Make – and how to avoid them

December 31, 2011 · Leave a Comment

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emailprintBuying 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. [...]

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

December 29, 2011 · 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 [...]