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Optimistic Outlook for Redcliffe’s Property Market
The property market in the Brisbane suburb of Redcliffe is set for a boost over the next few years as development continues on the Redcliffe rail extension which will see the railway line extended from Petrie to Kippa-Ring.
“The construction of the rail extension has started and once it gets underway further, I believe that Redcliffe will become the new ‘go to’ destination for property investors and commuters,” said Steve Bleakley, new Business Owner of real estate group, Harcourts Redcliffe.
“The past 12 months have been quite challenging within the property market – the same as almost every other market in South East Queensland – but there are some positive indicators ahead,” Mr Bleakley added.
Through his day-to-day experience within the local property market, Mr Bleakley has identified the types of buyers that are currently in the market and the types of properties they are…
Positive Signs for Inner-City Property Market
The property market in Brisbane’s inner-suburbs has improved markedly since 2011, suggests Lucas Wilson, Business Owner of real estate office, Harcourts City Sales and Rentals.
“Since March last year, we’ve experienced an enormous change in the amount of enquires and foot-traffic to our office and open homes – I’d say the number enquires have tripled over the past year.
“It now seems that everyone is sick and tired of the doom and gloom surrounding the property market and people are ready to embrace change. I think the change in government locally and the possibility of a change of Federal government has also had a positive impact on the local property market,” Mr Wilson said.
Through his day-to-day experience within the local property market, Mr Wilson has identified the types of buyers that are currently in the market and the types of properties they are looking…
Alderley’s Property Market Set for a Boost
Alderley’s property market is set to get a boost as a result of the LNP’s election commitment to spend $6.6 million beautifying the suburb’s main shopping strip.
A proposal welcomed by local business owners and residents, the Suburban Centre Improvement Program will see the tired strip along Samford and South Pine roads revitalised with public art, trees, plants, and improved footpaths and public transport access.
The program, which includes $19.4 million spent on reviving seven other shopping centres around Brisbane, is designed to ensure suburban business areas do not become ‘ghost towns’, abandoned in favour of larger shopping districts.
Martin Millard, Business Owner and Sales Manager of Harcourts Solutions Mitchelton, is confident that the program will have significant knock-on effects within the area’s property market.
“Alderley is an up and coming area which attracts a number of families, and I believe the LNP’s project will encourage greater…
On The Road to Kokoda
Local real estate consultant, Ben Chick is following a strict training regime that will allow him to take on the massive task of conquering the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea on the 70th anniversary of the Anzacs.
Ben is among a group of over 20 crazy and committed people who are set to endure 10 days in dense jungle in hot, humid conditions at altitudes as high as Mt Kosciuszko as part of The Harcourts Foundation Kokoda Challenge in support of Beyond Blue, Australia’s national depression initiative.
Since signing on for the challenge at the end of 2011, Ben has been concentrating on his health and fitness in preparation for the gruelling trek in April.
“It takes a certain level of fitness to take on Kokoda so I knew I had to do something to get in shape. I’m currently doing one-hour personal training…
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Positive Signs within Northlakes Property Market
Despite recent press reports stating that Northlakes’ property market will remain flat throughout 2012, Steve Isakka of Harcourts Northlakes – Mango Hill suggests that the market will see plenty of action this year.
“I believe that the market has moved positively for us as an office and from our point of view, there is a positive outlook within the Northlakes property market.
“Property prices have dropped off in recent months but we’re working with our buyers and sellers in order to manage their expectations and create a sense of urgency within the market,” Mr Isakka said.
Mr Isakka suggests that last year’s interest rate cuts combined with several other positive indicators created a boost within the regions property market.
“The market has experienced a boost which has been advantageous. We’re finding that stock levels have dropped off in recent months, which means that buyers have less…
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Have We Experienced a False Start?
After a sluggish 12 to 18 months within the Gold Coast’s property market and a small boost brought about by last year’s interest rate cuts, Dane Atherton, Managing Director of Harcourts Coastal, suggests that the boost may have come too soon.
“After the slowdown in the middle of last year, the interest rate reductions boosted buyer activity towards the end of the year. I believe we experienced a false start from the interest rate activity. After that initial boost, the spark that everyone expected hasn’t really happened and I think we’re in for a fairly uneventful year ahead,” Mr Atherton said.
“It’s too early to call whether the property market is on the road to recovery. I believe that it is however it may take more time than we’re used to for the market to change. We are used to market conditions changing incredibly quickly.…
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