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Get to know Robyn Feigen of Kay & Burton

Robyn Feigen began her real estate career in soggy London, before packing her bags and moving to Melbourne, where she now works as a senior sales consultant at Kay & Burton South Yarra.

South Australia (SA)

Featured Property

Villarica: a private 'jewel' in the Adelaide Hills

Set on approx. 12 acres in the verdant Adelaide Hills, this Mediterranean inspired residence features excellent horse facilities including cobbled tack room, two stables, and a 60 x 30 m arena. For sale by Chris Robson and Phil Crowder of Belle Property Adelaide Hills.

Western Australia (WA)

The Economy

Hotly anticipated strata reforms pass in Western Australia

Western Australia's new Strata Titles Amendment Bill 2018 and the Community Titles Act 2018 will make redevelopment of ageing apartment buildings easier, says the Property Council of Australia WA.

National

People

Street smarts, market knowledge, creativity and determination - what actually makes a successful developer?

Dan Holden, director of HoldenCAPITAL Partners discusses what makes a successful developer.

National

Design

Winners revealed: 2018 National Architecture Awards

The best of Australian residential architecture has been celebrated at the 2018 National Architecture Awards.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Grand Golden Mile residence on approx. 1,747sqm

Designed by architect Nicholas Day, this home offers a resort-style experience, complete with indoor pool, flood-lit tennis court, Gold Class cinema, full gymnasium, sauna, library and a taster’s cellar. For sale by Mandy Zhu and Jin Shang of RT Edgar Toorak.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

The Economy

Perth property market sees gains over October

Perth's median house price lifted over the month of October, according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA).

National

People

How to retain top real estate talent, according to two leading agencies

Ewan Morton, joint managing director of Morton, and John Cunningham, owner and principal director of Cunninghams Real Estate share their employee retention strategies.

National

People

Get to know architect Richard Archer

Architect Richard Archer has been at the helm of Archer Design since 1998. Since then, he's earned an award-winning reputation for producing outstanding architectural designs and recently won the Trends International Design Award for Best Apartment in Australia.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Featured Property

Modern family oasis on approx. 1,431 sqm

This designer Camberwell residence features flood lit tennis court, pool with spa, home gym, 4-person lift and beautiful Ben Scott landscaped gardens. For sale by Rachael Fabbro and Paul Walker of RT Edgar Boroondara.

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News Roundup

http://www.mortgagebusiness.com.au/breaking-news/9394-mortgage-delinquencies-tipped-to-rise-moody-s?utm_source=Mortgage%20Business&utm_campaign=Mortgage_Business_Newsletter02_02_2016&utm_medium=email

Mortgage delinquencies tipped to rise: Moody’s

A slowing housing market and rising macroeconomic challenges will lead to an increase in Australian mortgage delinquencies in 2016, according to Moody's Investors Service.

Mortgage Business

http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/wa-removes-cap-on-valuation-and-conveyancing-fees-211205.aspx

WA removes cap on valuation and conveyancing fees

The Western Australia state government believes buyers and sellers of property in the state won’t be worse off after announcing fees charged by settlement agents and land valuers will no longer be capped. From 3 February, the government will no longer enforce a maximum limit on what can be charged by settlement agents and valuers, believing there is sufficient competition to ensure consumers are not faced with exorbitant fees.

Your Investment Property

http://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/australia-city-home-prices-rebound-in-jan-melbourne-hot

Australia city home prices rebound in Jan, Melbourne hot

Australian home prices rebounded in January with Melbourne boasting especially strong growth, a counter to speculation the market was at risk of crashing after a rapid run up last year.

Business Times

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-01-29/canada-s-one-legged-stool-economy

Canada's real estate problem

The Canadian economy was largely stagnant through the first 11 months of last year, shrinking by 0.09 percent. In light of the collapse in oil prices, however, things could have been worse. But the relative resilience of headline growth belies the extent to which the economy is now being supported by one sector: real estate.

Bloomberg

http://www.businessinsider.com.au/san-franciscos-real-estate-war-2016-1

Real Estate Wars: San Francisco's fight over class and culture

America’s biggest cities are experiencing a land rush, with the wealthiest residents buying up property and squeezing out the middle and lower classes. In San Francisco, the battle has reached crisis levels, in part due to factors unique to the area.

Business Insider Australia

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/aia-seeks-member-opinion-on-wide-ranging-issues-im

Institute reveals new policy framework; seeking feedback from members

The National Council of the Australian Institute of Architects is seeking the opinion of members on a broad range of issues impacting the industry to help gain clarity on the way forward.

Architecture & Design

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential#ixzz3yrPys0OY

Ten St Leonard homes sell for more than $60 million

Ten St Leonards home owners have reaped about $6 million each after selling their houses in one line for more than $60 million to the Chinese developer and investor, Zhengtang Investments.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/news/new-national-construction-code-changes-to-allow-ti

Architects welcome NCC changes allowing timber construction up to 8 storeys

Changes to the National Construction Code (NCC) that will allow timber construction in taller structures have been endorsed by architects. Effective from May this year the NCC changes will enable construction of timber buildings up to eight storeys without the need for expensive ‘alternative solutions’ to gain approval. The NCC changes apply to both modern engineered timbers and traditional timber frames.

Architecture & Design