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The Economy

ABS report Investors are back in force as new loan commitments rise - REIA

Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President, Adrian Kelly said that it was positive news to see the return of mum and dad investors who have been particularly active in Queensland, South Australia and New South Wales.

Queensland (Qld)

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Million dollar agent leaves franchise to chase his dreams

Jordan Strudwick launches his own business STRUD Property powered by UrbanX.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

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Melbourne ‘Botanic Collection’ Penthouse sold

One of three house-sized residences, the South Yarra penthouse sold by Damon Krongold and Peter Kudelka of Kay & Burton in conjunction with Andrew Macmillan of Jellis Craig overlooks The Royal Botanic Gardens, Port Phillip Bay and the CBD.

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UrbanX cements its place as premium platform for Australia’s top agents!

UrbanX recognised as finalist in the Innovator of the Year, Major Network of the Year, Training and Education Program of the Year as well as the Social and Community Service Program categories, displaying the strength of the business and the extensive backend support provided to the agents they work with, said Dan Argent UrbanX CEO & Co-founder.

Western Australia (WA)Perth

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Perth Mortgage broker named an MPA top 25 mortgage broker of the year 2021

Specialist mortgage finance director Helen Avis has been recognised in this year’s MPA Top 100 list, as one of the Top Mortgage brokers writing the highest value of loans in FY21.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

People

Quentin Kilian appointed REIV CEO

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) today announced that Quentin Kilian will succeed Gil King as the organisation’s CEO from mid-February 2022. REIV President Adam Docking congratulated Mr Kilian on his appointment.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

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Stunning design draws buyers to Teneriffe warehouse apartment sold by McGrath

The 269sqm Teneriffe warehouse apartment in Winchcombe Carson Wool Stores sold by Brett Greensill and Andrea Crossin of McGrath New Farm.

Victoria (Vic.)

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Rapid growth sees Buxton expand into Bellarine region with launch of Drysdale office

The new Buxton office will be the sixth in the Greater Geelong area led Buxton Geelong Group Director Ben Riddle. Buxton CEO Nathan Jones said “Ben is a tremendous leader who has a long track record of attracting the best agents and those who share our vision”.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – Will the holiday home replace the holiday?

Demand for regional property is surging as local buyers upgrade their homes and tens of thousands of city dwellers relocate to the regions according to John McGrath founder and executive director of McGrath Estate Agents.

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https://www.9news.com.au/national/2018/03/26/05/47/salim-mehajer-former-auburn-deputy-mayor-property-developer-drug-dealing-court-crime

Disgraced former property developer Salim Mehajer charged with dealing prescription medication

Former Auburn deputy mayor Salim Mehajer has been slapped with drug dealing charges a week after being declared bankrupt.

nine.com.au

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/rise-in-sydneys-house-prices-in-2018-still-likely-sqm-research-20180323-h0xvkd

Rise in Sydney's house prices in 2018 still likely: SQM Research

Sydney house prices stand a good chance of posting growth in 2018, despite expectations they will fall by as much as 4%, says Louis Christopher of property research group SQM Research.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/life/weekend-australian-magazine/town-jewels/news-story/b8a0be476df0f6e695d81c478014f3f1?utm_source=The%20Australian&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&utm_content=TodaySHeadlines

City living now a mug’s game?

The towns that deliver this nation’s best country-town lifestyles.

The Australian

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/nsw-starts-consultation-on-banning-cladding-types-in-construction-20180325-h0xxxa

NSW starts consultation on banning cladding types in construction

The NSW government is pushing ahead with steps to ban the use of combustible cladding, with the state's consumer watchdog asking for public submissions on the topic.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/vic/sonya-miller-and-olivia-christie-look-to-carve-a-niche-in-maledominated-sector-20180313-h0xepj

Sonya Miller and Olivia Christie look to carve a niche in male-dominated sector

After long careers in construction, development and project management, the duo has launched its first standalone development project under the banner of Dynamic Property Group.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.dezeen.com/2018/03/24/desert-sand-could-offer-low-carbon-concrete-alternative/

New material made from desert sand could offer low-carbon alternative to concrete

British scientists have developed a biodegradable construction material called Finite that is made from desert sand and is as strong as concrete but has half the carbon footprint.

Dezeen

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/mumanddad-investors-go-for--affordable-housing-20180320-h0xr76

Mum-and-dad investors go for affordable housing

Development Finance Partners has raised $1.1m to support the development of an eight-dwelling project in Miranda, Sydney, with two of those dwellings allocated to affordable housing.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/is-it-wise-to-buy-property-with-family-or-friends-247977.aspx

Is It Wise To Buy Property With Family Or Friends?

While buying a property with a friend or family member may appear to be a great idea, it could be a source of strife down the road, warns a new study from GlobalX.

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