News and Articles

published 17 December 09New plans for new Brisbane CBD A new plan for Brisbane's CBD, incorporating river crossings, more high-rise living and possible development on Northbank, will be released next year.
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published 1 September 09Herron Todd White Market Review

The great southeast has been a city on the grow for a few years now and while our highs and lows are less dramatic than those of the big city southern state centres, we are still reflective of markets around Australia.

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published 18 August 09The Looks That Sell

Presentation and appearance are always major factors when it comes to making an impression with your property. The impact your home makes on visitors when they walk through the front gate can be a big factor when it comes to value and its ability to sell.

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published 18 August 09Brisbane Gets 24 hour 'Party Night' Buses

A 24-hour bus service will operate in Brisbane from the middle of next year, running from West End, through the arts precinct at South Bank and the City, and into Newstead.

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published 16 July 09Survey reveals real estate clients favour personal connection with industry professionals A personal connection with the Sales Consultant is essential in the real estate transaction process, according to new survey more >>>

published 13 May 09Lend Lease join RNA in Ekka site revamp This year’s Ekka will be the end of an era with plans to start a $3billion redevelopment of the site more >>>

published 14 April 09Top 10 Buyers Questions

Answers to property buyers' top 10 questions covering issues such as settlement, the contract, title searches, conveyancing and

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published 13 March 09Landlords are finding it harder to jack up rents at will During the past three or four years we’ve had rising rates, rising prices, rising rents, then falling prices, falling rates and now rental growth is expected to taper off and vacancy rates to increase. more >>>

published 13 March 09It's Official - Cheaper to Buy than Rent Forget renting, now is a great time to buy. There are many areas in Australia where it is cheaper to buy than rent. In one area you can save $3877 a month! more >>>

published 9 February 09Property auctions give mixed signals Sydney’s property clearance rate soared to a two-year high at the weekend, while savage weather and the bushfire crisis took a heavy toll on the Melbourne market, where sales crashed to record lows.
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published 2 February 09Overseas Investors Welcomed The Federal Government’s recent announcement of changes to the administration of foreign investor real estate purchases means it will be easier for overseas buyers to purchase homes in Australia this year. more >>>

published 23 January 09Seven Weeks to Sell House It’s taking up to seven weeks to sell houses or units in Queensland, despite owners slashing asking prices by more than 15% in some cases. more >>>

published 1 January 09Make 2009 Your Year to Invest How do I start investing in property? more >>>

published 22 October 08First Home Owner Grant Changes

The Australian Government has announced a First Home Owner Boost, which supplements the Queensland Government funded First Home Owner Grant Scheme.

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published 21 October 08New Free Bus For Brisbane CBD

Painted in bright yellow with "Spring Hill Loop" on the front, back and sides, the bus service will run in a continuous circuit from 8.10am to 6.05pm, Monday to Friday, and will begin next week.

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published 7 October 08$14b Subway System for Brisbane Announced We are a city that is coming of age, and we need to reflect this in our public transport infrastructure. more >>>

published 6 August 08Minimise Mortgage Pain

There are ways to minimise mortgage pain and safeguard your home equity.

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published 1 August 08ABS data puts some balance in debate over prices

Property prices are higher now than a year ago in all state and territory capital cities.

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published 1 August 08House Prices in QLD set to climb despite rates

House prices are tipped to rise next financial year as Australia’s fastest population growth in two decades outweighs the effect of higher interest rates.

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published 16 July 08Brisbane Beats NY in Parking Charges

Brisbane has beaten out international cities Tokyo, New York and Stockholm to take fifth place in a list of the worlds highest CBD parking rates.

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published 10 July 08Thousands Give Up On Home Ownership Dream "So mething has to give unless you are going to have people in their 30s and 40s still living at home with Mum and Dad." more >>>

published 23 June 08Recession UK: The £238,000 Unit That Lost 70% of its Value in Two Years There are hundreds of examples of similar disasters. more >>>

published 22 June 08First Home Buyers Update 1^st home buyers who pool with others to break into the property market could lose their claims. more >>>

published 14 June 08Renovations on the Increase

Homeowners are turning to renovation rather than adding their properties to a Queensland market bursting with listings.

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published 8 June 08Housing Market Under Pressure The situation can only get worse, with rents tipped to rise by as much as 50% in the next four years. more >>>