The post-industrial suburbs to the west of many of Australia’s capital cities will be the next frontier for property improvement and development according to renowned property market forecaster, Bernard Salt. “The baby boomers gentrified and improved the inner city Victorian… Read More ›
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First National GEMs Sparkle at Hamilton Island Awards Night
First National Real Estate’s members were presented with their General Excellence and Marketing (GEM) Awards from across Australasia and the South Pacific, at the network’s annual National Convention held on Hamilton Island this week.
Have a sneak peak at June ‘national focus’
Looking for a new home?
Take a sneak peak at June’s ‘national focus’ eMagazine. First National Real Estate may have just what you’re looking for.
Groundbreaking study about pets & renting
First National Real Estate is proudly assisting with University of Western Sydney research into rental housing and pet ownership. Over 60% of Australian households have one or more pets but the needs of renters aren’t necessarily compatible with those of landlords.
Got an investment property? Get a tax depreciation report!
As a building gets older, items wear out – they depreciate. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) allows property owners to claim this depreciation as a deduction. Any property owner who obtains income from their property can claim depreciation.
Budget disappoints first home buyers
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) says the federal Budget has ignored the plight of many young Australians when it comes to housing affordability.
Market moving faster, less discounting necessary
The number of days it takes to sell a property and the reduction needed from the initial asking price is an excellent indicator of market health. First National members are reporting that the market is moving faster and that buyers are becoming more decisive.
Viability of offices in doubt?
With the advent of social media, Skype and improved Internet services enabling more workers to work from home, are the days of the traditional office space numbered?
Rents to rise 3.6% over the next two years
An overall uplift in consumer sentiment has helped the Australian real estate market continue its 2013 trend of revival.
Are dining rooms a thing of the past?
As Australian tastes evolve, is our ‘dine everywhere but home’ culture sounding the death knell for dining rooms?