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Knockdowns fall with dropping investment levels

Knocking down a building often represents the first step in implementing a massive investment in any one property, both in time, and in money. Every quarter, the ABS provides data on the number of new dwellings approved for construction, and for demolition.

Victoria (Vic.)

People

Ray White Rural Victoria launches Team Woodley Saba to service Mitchell Shire

Ray White Rural Victoria has recruited Ursula Saba to join Brendan Woodley to service demand. We’re absolutely thrilled to have Ursula Saba join our team to help service both vendors and buyers across Kilmore, Wallan, Broadford and the greater Mitchell Shire region," said Jason Hellyer, Director of Ray White Rural Victoria.

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The Economy

Housing completions fail to keep up with population growth

According to Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Group, Chief Economist, policies that encourage more investors in housing would be the most effective short term solution to solving the housing shortage.

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People

First National announces NSW 2023 General Excellence & Marketing Awards

First National Real Estate’s NSW agents were presented with their 2023 General Excellence and Marketing Awards at Hilton Sydney on Saturday night.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – Buyers more decisive as market stabilises

Despite the economic climate and impact of potential further interest rate rises, John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents, believes we may be either at or approaching the bottom of this property cycle, and it looks like many buyers agree.

Queensland (Qld)Sunshine Coast

Featured Property

Azure Luxury Rainforest Villas Sunshine Coast for sale - Sotheby’s

Azure Luxury Rainforest Villas Forest Glen for sale by Gabel Stathis of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty offers its residents the freedom to build the lifestyle of their dreams.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

People

Top Auction, Top Auctioneer, for Lara’s Good Friday Appeal Charity Home

REIV senior auctioneer of the year Luke Banitsiotis will take the reins of this year’s Good Friday Appeal (GFA) Charity Home Auction by Villawood Properties and Henley at Coridale, Lara.

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The Economy

Five things to know about the ‘fixed-rate cliff' - CoreLogic

CoreLogic Head of Research Eliza Owen studies the fixed-rate cliff and explains what the cliff is, and five must-know pieces of information that put the cliff into context.

New South Wales (NSW)

Featured Property

DesignStudioGroup 5 acre Kangaroo Valley for sale - Atlas

Mountain Springs 368D Bunkers Hill Road Barrengarry for sale by Michael Coombs and John Melville of Atlas delivers brand new luxury set amongst dramatic beauty.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

People

Get to know Michael Ebeling, Director RT Edgar

Michael Ebeling is widely regarded as one of Victoria’s most knowledgeable and accomplished real estate agents.

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https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/02/01/new-knight-frank-head-industrial-looking-forward-exciting-opportunity/1548992422

New Knight Frank Head of Industrial looking forward to 'exciting opportunity'

Knight Frank Australia has appointed a new Head of Industrial, with Robert Salerno taking over from Tim Armstrong.

COMMO

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/02/01/towering-achievement/1549005612

A Towering Achievement

New York City's historic Steinway Hall is the foundation for a new tower of condominiums.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/property/spaniard-perth-6000/spaniard-tapas-bar-sale

The Spaniard Tapas Bar for sale

This 2-storey Perth laneway bar features sophisticated fit out with eclectic décor, close to 2 significant developments. For sale by Wilna Fourie and Tony Batista of Goodwin Mitchell O’Hehir & Associates.

The Business Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/02/01/first-images-daydream-island-resort-ahead-april-2019-opening/1548970167

First images of Daydream Island Resort ahead of April 2019 opening

Daydream Island is ramping up its marketing activity ahead of its April 2019 opening, with Lincoln Lewis set to become an eco-warrior with his new ambassador role with Daydream Island.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/01/31/marrickville-metro-upgrade-upcycle-disused-warehouse/1548904067

Marrickville Metro upgrade to 'upcycle' disused warehouse

A $142 million upgrade of the Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre in Sydney's Inner West is set to make use of the site's existing surroundings.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/01/31/retail-investors-becoming-more-cautious-jll/1548903612

Retail investors becoming more cautious - JLL

JLL’s annual Australian Shopping Centre Investment Review and Outlook 2019 states that investors are becoming more cautious towards retail fundamentals, particularly regarding income sustainability and capital intensity.

COMMO

https://www.retalkmena.com/news/2019/01/31/abu-dhabi-housing-prices-decline-says-report/1548898680

Abu Dhabi housing prices decline, says report

Abu Dhabi housing prices continued to fall in 2018, Cavendish Maxwell's Abu Dhabi Property Market Report revealed.

RETalk Mena

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/news/2019/02/01/proposed-changes-instant-asset-write-legislation-benefit-small-businesses/1548967257

Proposed changes to instant asset write-off legislation to benefit small businesses

Under the changes, small businesses may immediately claim tax deductions on assets costing less than $25,000, with no limit on the number of assets to be claimed until 30 June 2020.

The Business Conversation