With New Zealand just days away from an election that the Nationals are tipped to win, it’s worth pausing to consider the party’s proposed tax policy that is said to open up 50,000 homes to foreign ownership. While this has gained much attention in real estate circles, it will likely affect only 3% of the…
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Optimism about the New Zealand property market is back with market pundits telling one news poll that prices might jump up to 6% next year and again in 2025. As we all know, prices have fallen by double-digits since their peak in November 2021: a consequence of a 20-month campaign to raise interest rates to…
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The performance of Australian real estate continues to confound and confuse the pundits with news that the market’s entire value has once again broken the $10 trillion barrier. What does that mean for you? For owners, your faith in real estate as an investment has been rewarded with the latest data suggesting values have increased…
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With many young families currently in the market for a larger home, a burning question is whether it’s worth paying a premium to be near good schools. If you have a young family, how much extra would you pay to be in the catchment area of a good school? The Real Estate Institute of Victoria…
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Regional Australia has traditionally been a location of solid returns for investors seeking steady capital growth and reliable tenancies. The recent spate of interest rate rises and shifting buying patterns in the aftermath of Covid have complicated the regional picture. However, that doesn’t mean investors should turn away. Investors seeking to start or expand their…
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For many of us Antipodeans, Halloween is essentially an American celebration that has captured the imagination of our kids over the past couple of decades. The global tradition continues to gain traction, with 300,000 more Australians this year planning to celebrate on October 31. Research from the Australian Retailers Association in collaboration with Roy Morgan…
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The world seems to have gone Barbie crazy during the past few months, and her legendary pink “Dreamhouse” has enjoyed a share of the spotlight. The original pink Dreamhouse was built in 1962 in Malibu, California. It’s the only real-life Barbie house, but industry researcher CoreLogic has imagined 20 other pink palaces have been constructed…
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Persistence for both the buyer and the seller is essential in today’s property market. Latest data shows many sellers are sitting on the sidelines while motivated buyers compete for the few homes for sale. The lack of homes for sale is bolstering prices across America, but sellers appear to be reluctant to put out the…
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Home-hunting can be a deeply frustrating experience if you approach the challenge without a plan. Finding the right property, negotiating successfully or being able to pick yourself back up when you miss out has never been more important. These tried-and-tested methods have enabled buyers to find their dream homes in the toughest markets. Be efficient…
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With residential real estate continuing to enjoy value growth and stronger renter demand, inquiries about purchasing an investment property are increasing. Renewed interest in being a landlord will likely stem from the prospect of mortgage rates falling in the short to medium-term, coupled with record levels of rent: a trend that we’ve seen in many…
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