Green 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 MoreEarly 2014 trends in Sydney’s residential property market over $1 million – the party, if there was one, is coming to an end
March 18th, 2014
As the Sydney residential property market closed for Christmas last year, the question on many selling agents’ lips was whether or not the so called party, especially over $1 million, would continue in the New Year.When that market opened six o
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
Read MoreThe Best Apps and Websites for Property Investors
February 27th, 2014Becoming technologically savvy can be rewarding if you are a property investor. Apps and web-based tools can make it easier for investors to do things like sourcing properties, reviewing returns and expenses, and much more. Property Observer listed s
Read MoreWill People Buy Property in Bushfire Prone Areas?
February 26th, 2014The warmer months often bring a strong reminder of the risks of buying into bushfire prone areas. In October 2013, bushfires led to the loss of more than 248 buildings. As such, buyers should carefully weigh up their options when considering whether
Read MoreDemand for Medium-Density Housing Reaches Record Highs
February 25th, 2014A new study by Bankwest has shown that Australia’s demand for medium-density housing has reached record levels. In the past year, market demand for property in this category – that's units, townhouses, and semi-detached housing – rose steadily.
Read MoreInvestors Choose ‘Comfort’ in Investing in Property Over Shares
December 30th, 2013Investors are choosing ‘comfort’ as the key reason to invest in property over shares, according to Property Observer. A new online survey found that out of the 600 people that participated, around 50% find the property market a more attractive
Read MoreWhat’s in Store for the Property Market in 2014?
December 29th, 2013Property experts predict what’s in store for the property market in 2014 for Property Observer. Terry Ryder5-10% growth in Sydney and Melbourne, with an even distribution in the middle and outer suburbs Over 10% growth in Brisbane Perth w
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