Yield is one of the key factors in deciding whether or not to invest in a commercial property. And it is also one of the most confusing for people to understand. Knowing what type of yield is being talked about, and how it was calculated, will make you a much more informed investor. Unless you […]
Double-digit gains thanks to record low interest rates.
Capital city house prices have finished the financial year with double-digit gains, thanks to record low interest rates. Home values rose 10.1 per cent in the 12 months to the end of June, the RP Data Rismark Home Value Index showed on Tuesday. Sydney once again was the most expensive city with prices rising 15.4 […]
8 tax tips for end of financial year property investment planning.
The end of the financial year is almost here, so it’s time to do your tax return. Or perhaps undertake some strategies that save on the tax payable. Apart from the usual receipts and items claimable by property investors, there are deeper tips and reminders suggested by tax advisors in advice to their private clients. 1 […]
The 5 key components of good Asset Management
Complex property management issues? The Property Management team at MMJ Real Estate in Canberra is able to assist you, or your clients, achieve better outcomes for your investment. We offer the market a skilled team of property professionals, experienced in commercial, retail and industrial property management with specialist skills in high level lease negotiations and facilities […]
Development Developments
Welcome to our new fortnightly series which aims to bring you Canberra’s latest commercial property development news and updates. An updated version of the ACT Land Development Agency’s redevelopment strategy for the Yarralumla Brickworks precinct was announced last week. Plans include restoration of the historic brickworks with public park facilities, along with medium density housing to be […]
Trending: Converting disused office stock into apartments.
Outdated office buildings are undergoing a revival, being converted to apartments to meet the demand for inner city living options, reports realcommercial.com.au. The trend is being driven by recent developments in the Sydney and Melbourne CBD’s, however demand is so high that local and international investors are also looking to CBD fringe locations for […]
Punters look forward to steady RBA rates.
While Melbourne shuts down for its Melbourne Cup public holiday, market participants will probably be able to enjoy race day without having to keep an eye on the RBA interest rate move when the bank it makes its monthly announcement today. HSBC chief economist in Australia Paul Bloxham said analysts were not expecting any movement […]