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July Issue 2010 - Why negative gearing is a no-go zone for the government
In recent months, media speculation prompted a stream of clients to ask whether I thought the Rudd government would do away with negative gearing benefits. My clients said that if this tax break went out the door, they simply wouldn’t invest in residential property.
May Issue 2010- For best buying and capital growth- beat the property clock
Investor-driven activity is gathering pace in our largest cities. Tarry too long and you could be priced out, says Mark Armstrong.
March Issue 2010- Affordability is in the eye of the beholder
A recent report about the affordability of Australian property greatly oversimplifies the situation, writes Mark Armstrong.
February Issue 2010 - Cash flow is king in 2010
There’s little question that rising interest rates will be the major factor shaping the residential property market as we move further into 2010.
January Issue 2010 - High inflation can be good - if you get the timing right
What happens to the property market during high inflation periods is less important than what happens afterwards, writes Mark Armstrong.
November Issue 2009 - Keeping your head in a market ripe with opportunity
Today's market is drenched with opportunities, bit are they right for you as and individual investor.
October Issue 2009 - Is there a housing shortage - Yes and no
The recent housing shortage debate fails to understand the way property works, writes Mark Armstrong.
August Issue 2009 - What's cheaper - Renting or buying
When deciding whether it's cheaper to rent or buy, it depends on when and what you buy.
July Issue 2009 - Established suburbs your best bet
When it comes to residential property, most investors need to choose assets that provide strong long-term capital growth, so they can accumulate equity for further investment or lifestyle purposes.
April Issue 2009 - Where will the next boom begin?
When it comes to residential property, I hear a lot of media speculation about the question of 'when' the market will begin to move but not much about 'where' the groundswell will start.
March Issue 2009 - A changing rental market cycle
Low interest rates and an increase of stock will decelerate rental price growth in 2009, but realistic investors will fare better than others.
February Issue 2009 - Rapid-fire rate cuts set to take the brake off property
Despite the gloomy media reports about the global economic outlook, big cuts to Australia’s official interest rate will create ideal buying conditions in 2009 and beyond.
January Issue 2009 - Positive cash flow property to return in 2009
Rising rents and falling interest rates could make residential property a more affordable prospect for intending and existing investors.
December Issue 2008 - The year that was
A mining boom slowdown, sharemarket woes and the impact of interest rate rises put the brakes on residential property during 2008.
November Issue 2008 - US crisis fuels opportunities for Australian investors
A shell-shocked sharemarket and falling cash rates make residential property the next port of call for investors.
September Issue 2008 - Good news for property investors
Despite the gloomy headlines, the outlook for residential property investment is far from ominous.
August Issue 2008 - Petrol prices to reshape urban investment
Rising prices at the pump will curtail Australia’s love affair with the family car, affecting property values in the suburbs that rely on it.
July Issue 2008 - No surprises
If property investors were hoping for any surprise measures in the May Federal Budget, they would have been disappointed.
June Issue 2008 - Pressure for regulation of property advisors
Governments are finally heeding the need to protect buyers from the actions of unscrupulous property advisors.
May Issue 2008 - Rent increase - whats legal
A buoyant rental market doesn't mean open slather on rent increases.
April Issue 2008 - The positive aspect of interest rate rises
Negative media coverage of rising interest rates isn’t telling the whole story.
March Issue 2008 - Turbulent start to 2008
Share market volatility and continued pressure on interest rates has sent shockwaves through the economy in the early stages of 2008—but what does all this mean for property investors?
February Issue 2008 - Low vacancy rates bode well for property investors
A tight rental market will push up yields for existing investors and encourage others back into the market.
January Issue 2008 - Steady as she goes
The election of a Rudd Labor government will have little effect on the investment property market.
December Issue 2007 APIs first annual Hot 100 Part 2 K-Z
To mark its 10th anniversary, API introduces its annual Hot 100...
