Category: OTHER PROPERTY NEWS AND VIEWS
Double Bubble Trouble Predicted for China
April 29th, 2014The Economist has predicted that a second property bubble may be in store for China. The publication noted that the first bubble burst in the spring of 2011, when prices in nine major cities fell. The Wall Street Journal also declared at the time tha
Read MoreGreen Square Precinct Project to Start with 20-Storey Tower
April 21st, 2014Plans for Sydney’s Green Square Town Centre (GSTC) have been unveiled by Crown Group. According to the Sydney Morning Herald, the construction of 10 key buildings ranging from 3 to 28 storeys in the planned GSTC will commence by the end of 2014.
Read MoreLower Consumer Confidence to Affect Property Market
March 30th, 2014Recent data on consumer sentiment from Westpac and the Melbourne Institute shows a slight decline in consumer confidence, which may in turn have a negative impact on the property market. Consumer confidence has fallen for four consecutive months,
Read MoreData Shows No Chinese Real Estate Invasion
March 15th, 2014There seems to be a major story every week on the Chinese real estate invasion that is threatening local first-home buyers. Commentators warn of the rise of China’s middle class negatively impacting housing affordability in major cities such as Syd
Read MoreThings to Know About Investing in Property through Your SMSF
February 28th, 2014A growing number of Australians have invested in property through a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF). Owning property through a SMSF can be a tax effective way to build wealth and plan for retirement. However, it is important to be aware of the rules a
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