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Property Development guide part 3 – Surround yourself with an “A” team

In this third installment of the Property Development Series, Bryce walks us through the professionals you need on your side throughout your property development project. The property development process has become more complicated over the last few years due to the increased influence of the state government, local councils and various interest groups in the…

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6 Things first-time renovators need to know

Renovation is a hot item right now. Investors are making good money by updating old properties, manufacturing equity and increasing the rent. It can be a risky business, though… What if your finances blow out? What if you make costly mistakes along the way? And what will you do if the project doesn’t make any…

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How to manage a renovation

For the uninitiated, a renovation can at times be daunting. Where to begin? Who to hire? And in what order? Here we spell out the most common steps involved in project managing a renovation, and throw in some expert tips that even seasoned renovators will appreciate. 1. FEASIBILITY The first question to ask is: which…

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Property Development guide part 2 – Donning the property developer’s hat

In his continuing series of articles, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole Projects, takes readers on a step by step journey through the process of property development and reveals how to become one of the success stories. Following on from Part 1 – A Guide to the Property Development Process – Bryce explains what property development…

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4 common questions I’m asked about today’s property markets and some answers you can use right now!

With so many mixed messages currently surrounding property I thought I should give you some insights based my 40+ years experience in property and having built what some would suggest is a very substantial property portfolio. I guess if you’re reading what I’m reading in the media you know some are saying the market has run…

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How to get started in property development

I’ve recently noticed a trend in budding developers – they are looking for an overview of the property development process and they want it in a simple and accessible way. That is why I’ve created this comprehensive guide covering the topic. I want to make finding the right information as easy as possible. If you’re…

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Deciphering the RBA speech in Matusik Speak

Two minute read The RBA guv, Philip Lowe, delivered an important speech last week titled, “The Labour Market and Monetary Policy”. Go here to review. And for those with a life, here’s what it means in Matusik speak. The RBA is in no rush to do anything – that’s lift or cut interest rates. What a great job…

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10 tips to reduce your property develop planning risk

If your next property development project pushes the development envelope and is likely to run into objections and planning concerns, you need to understand how to reduce risk. Investment in residential property is one of several options for long-term financial gain. It has advantages over other forms of investment including relative stability over time,…

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Building boom was the biggest ever; but it’s ending

Building boom ending. It’s been Australia’s greatest ever building boom, but the end of the boom is nigh. Let’s take a run through the latest numbers released this morning in the usual three parts. Part 1 – Housing starts drop sharply Seasonally adjusted housing starts fell sharply by 11 per cent to 50,395 in the…

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Your complete guide to easements on property

When you buy real estate for the first time, you sometimes come across a bunch of unfamiliar terms. What’s conveyancing? What’s a pre-settlement inspection? What’s a trust account? And another term that is probably relatively unusual to new developers or investors is “easement”. So, in this article we’ll outline what an easement on property…

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