May 11, 2023
Bouncing back from a 10-month slump, the Australian property market is showing some newfound resilience. March's uptick in aggregate home value was no fluke and April has followed suit with a similar upward trend, despite interest rates remaining high.
Curious about what has fuelled this turnaround, and what it means for the future? Stick around as we dive into the nitty-gritty, exploring the factors behind this comeback and what lies ahead for Aussie homeowners and investors!
April 17, 2023
The Australian property market is making waves once again, rallying from a 10-month downturn.
Latest figures unveil a rise in aggregate home value indexes, ending a prolonged decline and sparking renewed interest.
Intrigued about the factors driving this change? Eager to understand the events that led us here?
Contemplating what's in store for the future? Delve into our March Market Smart as we guide you
through the property market’s latest resurgence.
March 16, 2023
In somewhat surprising news, the monthly rate of decline in the national median dwelling value has slowed significantly, to 0.14%. This is largely due to an upswing in the Sydney market, which saw the city’s median price increase 0.3%. That said, almost all capital and regional markets saw a slowing of their rate of decline over the last month.
March 14, 2023
The connection between property investment and combatting the effects of climate change may not be immediately obvious. However, it is believed that the built environment is responsible for producing over a third of all CO2 emissions globally. As such, making sustainability a key principle of your investment strategy can have a real impact.
This is something we have seen investors become increasingly conscious of over the last couple of years. Many are now considering a much wider range of factors when choosing properties and planning future portfolio growth. Here we take a closer look at what these are and the top property investment trends they are driving.
February 20, 2023
As a quick Google search shows, there is no shortage of content targeted at property investors. Whether you are after commentary on market movements, advice on strategy, or information on the investment process, you can find it. You even have your pick of formats, with a range of books, magazines, websites, blogs, and podcasts all widely available.
While having access to so much information is great, it can make it challenging to find what you actually need. The opinions and advice offered can also differ greatly, making it difficult to know what to believe and who to trust. Moreover, the type of information and support you require changes over time, as you progress along your investment journey.
February 20, 2023
A property is a big investment and it is important you do your due diligence before committing to buying one. Professional pest and building inspections are a key part of this, as they help you uncover any hidden issues. They also provide a detailed report on the exact condition of the property and any renovation or remediation works required.
However, while pest and building reports can be incredibly useful, they can also be quite difficult to read. They provide a lot of information, and go into great detail, making it hard to tell what is most important. The language used is often also very technical and convoluted, particularly for those unfamiliar with building and construction terms.
February 19, 2023
After slowing over the last couple of months, the rate of decline in the national median dwelling value has increased slightly. The 1.1% loss recorded in December means that the median Australian property price finished the year 5.3% lower than it started it. This is the first annual decline since 2018 and the largest since 2008.
January 30, 2023
If you are like most investors, inflation is probably a concept you are aware of, but do not really understand. You may have heard it mentioned on the news and have a rough understanding of what the rate currently is. You may even have a broad view of how it works, but not how it impacts you or your portfolio.
However, while inflation may not be a key investment concept, it is something every savvy investor needs to be across. In particular, you should have some understanding of how inflation rates affect the availability and cost of finance. Here we explore the intricacies of this relationship and what it means for you, as a property investor.
January 19, 2023
After slowing over the last couple of months, the rate of decline in the national median dwelling value has increased slightly. The 1.1% loss recorded in December means that the median Australian property price finished the year 5.3% lower than it started it. This is the first annual decline since 2018 and the largest since 2008.
December 14, 2022
While the national median dwelling value has fallen for a seventh consecutive month, November saw the smallest decline (1.0%) since June. This is largely being driven by the easing rates of decline in both Sydney and Melbourne. That said, many other capital and rest of state markets have also seen their rate of decline start to slow.
On the rental side, markets remain extremely tight, with vacancy rates still sitting below 1% in most areas. This is continuing to put upward pressure on rents, though the rate of growth is easing in most locations. It is also combining with declining property values to drive rental yields back up from their recent record lows.