Property Planning Newsletter

Property market running true to form

In the news this week the property market is proving to be a very predictable beast as BIS Shrapnel release a forecast indicating we are now at the start of the new growth cycle. Citing the usual suspects of low interest rates and high rental yields BIS have predicted property prices will grow by up to 22% over the next three years.

If you are considering investing in the property market you must ask yourself a question. Should I buy at the start, the middle or the end of a growth cycle?

Also this week the Superannuation industry has fallen in line with the FPA by recommending a phasing out of commissions. Financial Planning advice will only be truly impartial when fees are determined by the type and level of service provided and not where the funds are invested or by the amount of money invested.

Article: House prices tipped to lift by 2012

House prices could rise by as much as 22 per cent during the next three years, an economic forecaster says.

Article: Super body proposes big changes

AUSTRALIA's retail superannuation sector has unveiled a sweeping list of proposed changes to the $1 trillion super industry, including the phasing out of commissions, more disclosure on the way super assets are valued and changes in the advertising of super performance.

Article: Business confidence bounces back

There has been a massive jump in business confidence despite actual conditions staying around levels not seen since the 1991/92 recession, a new report shows.

Up coming seminars

State of the Market Address - Planets align for property investors

Come and hear leading property commentator Mark Armstrong, director of Property Planning Australia and The Property School, talk about what is happening in the current property market and the opportunities that exist for investors.

Sydney - Tuesday 30 June
Melbourne - Thursday 2 July

For more information and to register CLICK HERE

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