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Property news tends to dominate the media headlines, and it is often difficult to obtain a clear picture of the market because media outlets can cherry pick data and make bold predictions. To add to the complexity, there are numerous local and global economic and influences that can affect how
The Australian public’s newfound obsession with Reserve Bank interest rate announcements is understandable given how low rates have been in the past decade. Commentators wax lyrical about the cash rate’s movement and will translate what each monthly shift means for the average mortgage holder’s hip pocket. It is a compelling
Look across the media landscape and you might be convinced we are in for a long hard ride when it comes to property prices for the rest of 2022. There were headwinds buffeting the property market towards the end of 2021, but the first interest rate rise in April was
The recent run of tough economic news has impacted upon buyer sentiment in the Sydney property market. Buyer enthusiasm waned from the time of the Federal election campaign during which, the first interest rate rise in 11 years was announced on 3 May, 2022. The RBA has since hiked the
Today’s media is flooded with bad news stories and negativity. It runs the gamut, from the war in Ukraine and escalating energy costs through to rising inflation and a potential American recession. The price of lettuce has even become a regular feature in media reports. Interest rate movements may be
In property as in life, there is simply no substitute for experience. Experienced specialists learn to spot nuances and quickly pick up on important matters that others deem inconsequential or miss altogether. We are also skilled at managing relationships and dealing with other professionals. Experience helps build networks with like-minded
There is a national event that occurs roughly every three years which seems to stop property stakeholders in their tracks. This event is the Federal Election. Despite our relatively stable democratic political system, vendors and purchasers seem subdued into purchase paralysis whenever a polling date is announced as market activity
There has been much commentary about the growth of Australia’s regional centres in response to the COVID crisis. The work-from-home phenomenon was facilitated by shutdowns as people simultaneously reassessed what was important in life. How could we devote more time to family, and less time to worrying about commuting and/or
As we approach the end of 2021, there is an opportunity to pause, celebrate the festive season and to reflect upon our successes and learnings from the past 12 months. There is also a moment to think ahead and to make plans for 2022. To do this successfully, it is
We Sydneysiders live on a unique part of the planet. The natural beauties of harbour and bushland combined with robust employment options have resulted in an internationally desirable destination. Of course, along with this comes some challenges – and a big one is property prices. Domain are reporting that the
