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Asian investors driving Sydney apartment supply

Asian investors are snapping up off-the-plan apartments in Sydney, which is starting to have a positive impact on...
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Still scope for growth in flat market: RP Data

Over the next year, the market is most likely to be flat, however savvy investors should see some capital gains,...
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Check your insurance this weekend

Now is the time to be checking your insurance to make sure you’re well prepared over the Christmas season, according...
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Auction Clearance Rates 8th December 2012

Sydney and Melbourne clearance rates were strong over Saturday, according to recent data from Australian Property...
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One simple trick to get more rent

When it comes to renovating, there’s a simple rule of thumb that can almost guarantee you extra rent and lower...
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Investors to capitalise on CBD developments

Developments set to take place in Sydney’s CBD could present ample opportunity for savvy investors, with tenant...
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Glad to hear that we are retaining some of what makes Adelaide great

With all this development planning in Adelaide it is comforting to know that there is a policy in place to protect the...
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To self manage, or not to self manage? That is the question.

To self manage, or not to self manage? That is the question
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Shine has come out of the SA market

Confidence in South Australia is down, but with resources announcements and other major projects totaling $94 billion,...
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More stimulus needed for first time buyers

First home owner grants are only moderately helping the housing market, according to a mortgage broker network.
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Further signs of recovery in Queensland

Finance commitments have risen in Queensland by 1.3 per cent over October, figures from the Australian Bureau of...
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Mining projects to be approved quicker

Mining projects may come to fruition quicker than ever before, indicating the importance of investors getting in early,...
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More Gov't buyer's grants to come

One property analyst expects the state governments to launch further housing stimulus packages in a bid to attract more...
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Investors confident of property outlook

A recent survey has found that 68 per cent of people believe Australian property prices are either set to increase over...
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Auction Clearance Rates 1st December 2012

Clearance rates at auction dipped very slightly on Saturday, compared to the weekend before, perhaps signaling a slow...
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September quarter shows increase in housing affordability

The September 2012 quarter has been the latest in five consecutive quarters to record an improvement in housing...
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Outer suburbs seeing greater rent hikes than CBD

The outer suburbs of Sydney are seeing a higher increase in rent than inner city suburbs, according to PRDnationwide.
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Do you really know what you are signing when building?

Some builders are offering extended warranties to their clients with many builders offering from 25 to 50 year...
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Gold Coast suburbs tipped for growth

A revival of property prices is expected in some areas of the Gold Coast on the back of billions of dollars of...
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How to raise rents without vacancies

If you’re anything like me, at some point, you’ve had difficulty deciding whether or not to raise the rent and how...
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Strata 101: Understand your scheme

Units, apartments and townhouses can present a great opportunity for investors looking to expand their property...
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Increased demand for affordable homes in Qld

Demand is rising across Queensland for affordable homes, according to data from the Real Estate Institute of Queensland...
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Property values record growth

While seven of Australia’s capital cities recorded growth in home values over the month of November, a one per cent...
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Be clear on your goal

Different investment goals yield different results, so be clear on your goal if you want to see success.
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Proximity to popular schools drives demand

Property demand in Sydney’s suburbs is driven by its proximity to popular schools, according to a major real estate...
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