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More long term apartment living

More long term apartment living

There’s change afoot in the landscape of Australian housing. A notable transformation is occurring as more individuals opt for long term apartment living. A big reason for this is Australia’s shrinking family size. See these videos for more on this: We’re shrinking! The shift in housing preferences How does a shrinking family size affect the property market? There are other factors of course, such as the widening gap between house and unit prices, and changes in lifestyle requirements post pandemic. What does this all mean for property investors? Find out in this important update from Kate Hill. If you’ve enjoyed […]

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The shift in housing preferences

We’re shrinking! A shift in housing preferences

We’re shrinking! Well, our household sizes are anyway. In recent years, there has been a discernible shift in housing preferences driven by lifestyle choices and changing demographics. As household sizes decrease, there’s a noticeable move towards smaller homes, townhouses and units. What does this mean for property investors? Find out in this update from our own Kate Hill. If you’ve enjoyed this video then you might like to subscribe to our YouTube channel, or browse through our latest videos. If you’d like entirely independent and unbiased advice that’s right for your unique situation and goals, then get in touch with us today.

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Record low dwelling commencements to push prices even higher

Record low dwelling commencements to push prices even higher

New data out in relation to dwelling commencements makes for pretty dire reading. In fact, commencements have fallen a massive 15% in the year to December 2023. Add to that significant population growth and issues in the construction sector and you have a perfect storm of conditions to drive property prices even higher. What does this mean for property investors? Find out in this update from our own Kate Hill. If you’ve enjoyed this video then you might like to subscribe to our YouTube channel, or browse through our latest videos. If you’d like entirely independent and unbiased advice that’s right for

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How does a shrinking family size affect the property market

How does a shrinking family size affect the property market?

The dynamics of household size in Australia are undergoing a significant transformation with some really quite profound implications for the country’s property market. What are the trends and what does this mean for property investors? Find out in this special report from our own Kate Hill. If you’ve enjoyed this video then you might like to subscribe to our YouTube channel, or browse through our latest videos. If you’d like entirely independent and unbiased advice that’s right for your unique situation and goals, then get in touch with us today. Transcript Hello, everybody out there. How are you all doing? I’m Kate

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Learning the language of property investment

The language of property investment

Becoming proficient in property investment is like learning a foreign language, but you can master it, says Kate Hill. In this podcast Bushy Martin digs into Kate’s personal journey. Like marathon runners and migrants from other countries, the traits that separate those that achieve sustainable success in property are those that demonstrate the qualities of curiosity, embracing change and continuous learning, embracing mistakes as learning opportunities not failures, and demonstrating the patience, persistence and resilience to overcome obstacles and last the distance through dogged determination and daily discipline. If you’ve enjoyed this video then you might like to subscribe to

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1% club

Join the 1% club

Would you like to join the 1% club? That is, the 1% of property investors in Australia who own five or more investment properties? So many property investors start out with plans to build an investment portfolio, but then stop after just one or two properties. Join Adviseable’s Kate Hill and Hotspotting’s (www.hotspotting.com.au) Terry Ryder as they discuss why so often property investors who plan to hold a lot of properties stop after just one or two, and how you can overcome those hurdles to join that elusive 1%. If you’ve enjoyed this video then you might like to subscribe

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toowoomba

Toowoomba – a property market in bloom

Toowoomba is known colloquially as the Garden City because, you guessed it, its temperate climate and elevation nearly 700 metres above sea level means it has an over-abundance of flora. The city – about 125 kilometres directly west of Brisbane – has had its annual Carnival of Flowers since 1949. But Toowoomba is no longer just known for its pretty streetscapes and blooming gardens. Instead, this city of 180,000 people within reach of the Queensland capital has benefited from major infrastructure projects over recent years – including its own privately owned airport! So, let’s unpack why we’ve been purchasing property

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Why buyers need to be cautious about Perth

Perth has been the shining property star for the past year or two without a doubt. We started buying quality real estate assets for our clients in the Western Australian capital quite some time ago, which means those properties have ridden the capital growth uplift over that time. But there is something unsettling happening in Perth at the moment that makes me very nervous indeed. You see, there are buyers over there purchasing inferior properties at ridiculous prices. There are even supposed buyers’ advocates paying through the nose for seriously warty properties. The current buying frenzy means someone is likely

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Caring for children number one barrier to work for women

New yearly statistics have found that nearly two-thirds of women looking after their children would prefer to be working in some capacity but are unable to do so. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Barriers and Incentives to Labour Force Participation for the 2023 financial year found that caring for children remained the greatest barrier for women wanting to be in the workforce. According to the ABS, in 2022-23, out of 5.1 million parents with children aged under 15 years, 700,000 were out of work. But about 85 per cent of out of work parents with children were mothers and

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Adelaide

Adelaide remains a consistent property market … with more potential

The enduring stability that characterizes the Adelaide market remains evident, as most recent surveys of market trends in this city reveals active markets and rising property prices in the majority of suburbs across the South Australian capital. Consistency is the defining hallmark of the Adelaide market. And what’s not to love about that? While there are relatively few suburbs in Adelaide classified as experiencing a rise in market activity, there is a significant number of suburbs demonstrating consistency, with sales levels maintaining a steady course over the past few years. In aggregate, seven out of 10 suburbs boast positive rankings,

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Sydney’s Soaring Property Market: A Resilient Comeback Story

Sydney has emerged as the powerhouse of Australia’s property market, showcasing robust signs of recovery and a stunning upswing in the real estate sector. As of the third quarter of 2023, Sydney reigns supreme as the strongest property market in the nation, defying the challenges of rising interest rates and high inflation. It appears that these economic headwinds have had little impact on the enthusiasm of buyers and investors in the city’s real estate sector. An impressive 82% of suburbs across Greater Sydney have reported solid transaction numbers, signifying widespread growth and investment activity. The city’s fightback began in the

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The pros and cons of investing in commercial vs. residential properties in Australia

Investing in real estate can be a great way to build wealth over time, but it’s important to consider the differences between commercial and residential properties before making a decision. Each type of property has its own set of pros and cons, and understanding these can help investors make informed decisions about where to put their money. Commercial real estate is typically defined as properties used for business purposes, such as office buildings, retail spaces, warehouses, and raw land. Residential real estate, on the other hand, includes properties used for living purposes, such as single-family homes, apartments, and condos. Here

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Spring selling season listings still underwhelming

The traditional “spring selling season” started on 1 September this year with a flurry of new listings hitting the market – as is the usual turn of events. However, before anyone start’s shouting “It’s a buyer’s market!”, the cold hard truth is that there still remains an undersupply of decent properties available for sale – especially in hot markets like Adelaide and Perth. Listings up but still down over the year The latest figures by SQM Research have revealed that national residential property listings rose in August by two per cent to 224,530 properties, up from the 220,081 recorded in

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diversified property investment

How to build a diversified property investment portfolio in different cities and asset classes

First up, what does a diversified property investment portfolio actually mean? “Diversified” means having a variety of different elements, components, or qualities. It is often used to describe a company, economy, or investment fund that invests in many different industries or activities in order to reduce risk and increase opportunities for growth and stability. A diversified musical program, for example, might range from classical to modern, while diversified farming might involve growing a variety of different crops. So you get the idea. When it comes to property investment building a diversified portfolio is an effective way to manage risk and

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inflation

What does the latest inflation measure mean for interest rates?

Inflation has now dropped to its lowest level in nearly 18 months, which was a result that surprised many forecasters as well as the Reserve Bank, too, it seems. According to the Consumer Price Index for the June quarter, headline inflation fell to six per cent in June from seven per cent in March, which was weaker than market expectations of 6.2 per cent and lower than the RBA’s official forecasts. Headline inflation has now fallen nearly two percentage points from 7.8 per cent in the December quarter to six per cent in the June quarter – or in just six

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5 property blunders to avoid

It seems when it comes to property market conditions and some questionable buyer decisions of late, what is old is new again An undersupply of properties for sale is breathing life back into many property prices around the nation, but it’s also resulting in some people making some quite silly decisions as well because of their fear of missing out. Of course, these turns of events are like déjà vu of what occurred only a few years ago during the pandemic. The Winter edition of Hotspotting’s Property Price Index (PPI) found growing evidence of recovery in a variety of big

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squeeze

Squeezed property supply stirring up buyers

The undersupply of property listings for sale is continuing to fire up property markets, with some areas having the lowest supply levels for decades. While interest rates are a headwind for some potential buyers, the lack of stock for sale is driving competition and pushing prices higher. Prices accelerating The CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index recorded a third consecutive monthly rise, with the pace of growth accelerating to 1.2 per cent in May. After finding a floor in February, home values increased 0.6 per cent and 0.5 per cent through March and April respectively. Sydney continues to lead the recovery trend,

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divorce tax

Divorce tax is a thing – and it’s financially hurting women the most

A parliamentary inquiry has revealed the brutal reality of home ownership rates for divorced women. According to the Grattan Institute, only 34 per cent of women who separated managed to own a home within five years and only 44 per cent within 10 years. Those statistics compared with 42 per cent and 55 per cent for men. Divorced women were also three times more likely to rent at age 65 than married women, the Victorian inquiry heard. Of course, more and more research has been showing the inferior financial outcomes for women throughout their working lives and into retirement, which

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rentvesting

With record high rents is rentvesting still a sound strategy?

With double-digit rent increases appearing to be entrenched for some time yet, does it still make financial sense to be a rentvester? This is a question that we have been considering given the strong increases in rents that are being recorded across the nation. Contrary to appearances in a high rent environment, rentvesting remains a solid – and sometimes – even recommended investment strategy for some property investors. Anyone who may be a bit younger, or who lives in an expensive city like Sydney or Melbourne, could still be considering rentvesting as a strategy given it generally remains cheaper to

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stirling perth

Why the City of Stirling is Perth’s hottest market

Perth is currently the star property market across the nation, with strong sales activity and price growth occurring.Plus, Perth now has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation at 3.6 per cent. The West Australian capital city is firing on all cylinders with one location showing particularly robust market conditions. I’m talking about the City of Stirling, which is located in the northern suburbs of Perth, about 10 kilometres from the central business direct. The area covers a substantial 105 square kilometre and is the largest local government area by population in Western Australia. What makes Stirling so

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