New Tenancy Laws for Queensland (2443 Reads)

We are currently counting down to the approaching commencement date of the new Queensland legislation in 2009. Investors who engage the services of a managing agent have the right to expect that their property manager will update their knowledge and modify any relevant management practices accordingly. Nonetheless, as an investor it is always wise to have some first hand awareness of the rules given that, ultimately, it is lessors and tenants who are affected.
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First home Buyers Taking Advantage of Strong Conditions (3292 Reads)

Released: Monday 16 February, 2009
First home buyers take advantage of strong buying conditions

In the latest RP Data Property Pulse, National Research Director Tim Lawless confirmed that the combined effect of the Federal Government's First Home Buyer stimulus incentives coupled with historically low interest rates and prime buying conditions, has seen the number of housing loans for first home buyers jump.

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One percent interest rate cut - the Future of Low Doc Loans in Doubt (18679 Reads)

The Reserve Bank shocked financial markets today by announcing a full percentage point cut in interest rates; double what analysts had expected. But with the current financail crisis and credit squeeze what is the future for Low Doc loans?
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The 2008 Budget Overview for Investors (5684 Reads)

Whilst some of the details of the 2008 Federal Budget are still to be fleshed out it seems that the overall impact for investors will continue following the current trend. Growing demand for housing, short supply and increasing migration are all factors that will all put pressure on both rents and house prices.
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Sustainable Homes (4037 Reads)

Across Queensland, the summer of 2008 will be remembered for the rain that came. In some places it caused floods, in others it helped alleviate a water crisis the likes of which we’ve never seen.
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Waterfront Property outperforms in QLD (4879 Reads)

Living the good life next door to a golf course, and the allure of waterfront property, help explain the top performing suburbs in Queensland last year.
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Housing Affordability getting worse (4632 Reads)

The likely hood of low-income Australians ever owning their own home is now so remote that drastic measures are needed, according to Housing Minister Tanya Plibersek.
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Property Derivatives (4185 Reads)

The following is an extract from a report by Luke Hatigan for Jones Lang Lasalle on propoerty Derivitaves.
Over the past year or so, news has reached Australia about the exceptional growth seen in the UK’s property derivatives market – the world’s leading market. Property derivatives are becoming a topic of interest in Australia. However, details about the area and what they involve are still relatively scarce. This month’s Economic Insight hopes to provide a brief overview of the topic.
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Rate hikes dampen construction levels (5021 Reads)

The level of completed construction work fell 1% to $28.9bn in the December 2007 quarter, with cost pressures remaining the primary concern for the building industry after swelling by 5.5% in 12 months.
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Australia to use tax credits to lift housing investment: report (7849 Reads)

The Rudd government will offer corporate investors a tax credit of $6,000 per dwelling to entice superannuation funds to invest in affordable housing according to a report by the Australian Financial Review.
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Homebuyers "unaware" of green properties (4793 Reads)

Despite claims of the growing popularity of eco-friendly housing, a large number of first homebuyers are not familiar with the concept, a new report revealed.
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Rudd unveils incentives for property investors (8057 Reads)

Property investors received a boost this week with Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's announcement of significant expansions to the proposed National Rental Affordability Scheme.
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Rate rise will hurt many homeowners (3889 Reads)

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision today to increase the cash rate by 25 basis points to 7.25 per cent will hurt many homeowners and lock out an increasingly number of first home buyers from the market.
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International Property Investors want Reliable Information. (4375 Reads)

The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) has conducted a consumer survey on behalf of its Members. The survey asked buyers in the UK and Ireland what they are looking for, what their fears are, and how they would like to buy overseas property in an ideal world.
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Beware the Curse of the UK First-Time Buyer (Part 1) (2619 Reads)

There are just some things in life that are a recipe for disaster and going shopping without money in your pocket is one of them. You are almost guaranteed to find something to buy that you absolutely fall in love with: Shoes, clothing, handbags, sportswear, cars, gadgets and whatever else manages to get your greed-glands working overtime!
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Resources boom underpinning top QLD suburbs (6328 Reads)

Nine of the top 10 performing Queensland suburbs over the past year are located in or close to resource-rich areas, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).
REIQ figures released today show that in the 12 months to the end of September, median house price growth has been the strongest in the suburban areas of Mt Isa, Belyando, Bowen and Cloncurry.
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Interest Rates to Push Rents Higher (3861 Reads)

Recent interest rate rises are likely to trigger widespread rent increases as demand for residential property
grows and landlords move to recoup added loan costs, property research and investment firm Braxton
Chase said today.
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Trading places: Brisbane’s east side takes off (4271 Reads)

On cinema screens back in 1997, Darryl Kerrigan was offered the king’s ransom of $70,000 for his modest home, practically in Melbourne Airport’s backyard. If someone told you that 10 years on, property just a few streets from an airport would be worth 10 times that, your response would probably sound like something Mr Kerrigan would say: “Tell ’im he’s dreaming!”
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To Rent Or To Buy - That Is The Question (3749 Reads)

No matter where you live right now, at some point you have probably considered whether to buy or to rent. The answer to the question of renting versus buying lies in the factors you must consider. There is no right or wrong decision, but your personal situation determines which choice is right for you.
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Cheap Property - 9 Tips To Buy A House (4267 Reads)

There is a great way to save your money when buying your home. You could buy the property that your looking for. Seized real estate is an amazing way to save money at auctions.
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