Melbourne Property Market Update – August 22nd, 2015

By Peter Sarmas on 22 Aug 2015
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The Top 100 Postcodes At Risk Of Mortgage Default

A compilation of the top 100 postcodes most at risk of mortgage default by consultancy firm Digital Finance Analytics found a wide geographic spread of suburbs across the country where people could face financial collapse when interest rates start to rise. 

A Hint Of Melbourne In Malaysia

It’s not often a developer scopes out Melbourne, likes what they see and not only develops projects in the city, but becomes inspired by Melbourne’s urban renaissance of the last decade. Find out what inspired this developer about Melbourne.

Capital Growth May Have Killed Off The Typical Australian Model Of Home Ownership

Is home ownership in retirement over for Australians? Many Australian property owners have been left in an unstable financial position following the strong capital growth seen in markets across Australia in recent years.

Australian Population Growth Is Slowing

The change in population growth rates is significant and relevant to future demand for housing and GDP estimates. Christopher Kent, RBA Assistant Governor (Economic), analyses the changes in the labour market.

Is It Already Too Late For A Housing Policy?

As the market appears to have peaked and banks and regulators are tightening lending conditions to curb market exposure, another Government inquiry into home ownership and housing affordability is underway. But is it all now too late?

Look To New Horizons — On The Ocean!

Are you struggling to find a property or piece of land of your own? Look to new horizons — on the ocean! People are snapping up permanent homes on luxury cruise ships, where full ownership of a floating studio condo could set you back just over $446,500.

 

About the Author

Peter Sarmas is a Certified Property Investment Advisor (PIAA) and Vendor/Buyer Advocate. Before becoming the founder of Street News, Peter completed a Degree in Applied Science (Chemistry) and a Graduate Diploma in Property Valuations (Hons). Peter believes property investing is a major and potentially risky undertaking. In his view, everyone should have an independent person acting on their behalf when seeking property investment advice.

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