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Investing in property in Australia

Australia stands out as a great place for investing in property – both in comparison to other nations and in its own right. While the real estate market is far from perfect, the keen investor has ample opportunity to make their mark andRead More...

Steve McKnight

October 2nd, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

Super Trade Mission to China may bring investment opportunity

As the largest trade mission ever to leave Australia, there was plenty of thought behind Victoria’s Super Trade Mission to China. Australia’s largest international trading partner has a lot to offer in terms of investment opportunity, business, market potential and future prosperity. HavingRead More...

Steve McKnight

September 27th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

Property investment highlighted as retirement adequacy falls

A recent report from AMP Australia reveals that the nation’s retirement adequacy has fallen to global financial crisis (GFC) levels, underlining the need for a broader approach to wealth accumulation. Released to the public today (September 26), the latest AMP Retirement Adequacy IndexRead More...

Steve McKnight

September 26th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

New paper calls for strata law reform

Property investors may wish to take note of a recent discussion regarding the strata law reform in New South Wales. A paper released on Saturday (September 17), entitled Making NSW No 1 Again: Shaping future communities, inspired 1200 comments and more than 600Read More...

Steve McKnight

September 19th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

Advantages of smaller household property investments

The recent release of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) June quarter median unit and townhouse price report helps to highlight some advantages of investing in single occupant housing versus multi-tenant dwellings. REIQ data reveals that median prices of units and townhousesRead More...

Steve McKnight

September 10th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

RBA takes ‘wait and see’ approach to monetary policy

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board members met last week to discuss monetary policy and ruled that staying the course was the best route for the time being. RBA governor Glenn Stevens issued a statement on September 4, outlining the reasons forRead More...

Steve McKnight

September 10th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

Increase in labour mobility may support construction industry

Proposed reforms to Australia’s licensing regulations may provide a boost to the construction industry. In an effort to reduce developmental red tape, minister for skills senator Chris Evans released Consultation Regulation Impact Statements to support the proposal for a streamlined and nationally consistentRead More...

Steve McKnight

August 20th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia

Investment opportunities highlighted in Perth

Real estate prospects heat up in the urban centre of WA, with the recent release of rental figures from the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA). With employment opportunities and resource potential, Australia’s largest state has been attracting new residents in searchRead More...

Steve McKnight

August 19th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia Stats & Data

Demand brings opportunity to Queensland

Activity in Queensland highlights and brings real estate investment opportunity to Queensland – as both tourists and businesses flock to the state. It was announced yesterday (August 15) that China’s largest international carrier China Southern Airlines is going to commence flights to CairnsRead More...

Steve McKnight

August 16th, 2012

NEWS: Property Investing and Real Estate In Australia Stats & Data

Investment Strategy – Keeping an eye on changing demographics

Staying ahead in the realm of property investment strategy means paying close attention to the world around you. Although the global financial crisis was a firm reminder that we cannot plan for everything, taking note of economic changes and researching monetary patterns canRead More...

Steve McKnight

June 29th, 2012

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