Apartment buyers in New South Wales are set to gain a decade of insurance-backed protection against major building defects, after the NSW Parliament passed the Fair Trading and Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2026.&nbsp;

The Bill establishes decennial defect insurance, known in the market as Latent Defects Insurance (LDI), as an alternative to the existing two-year strata building bond. It cleared the Legislative Council with amendments on Tuesday evening (August 4, 2026), with the Legislative Assembly agreeing to those amendments shortly after.

Under the reform, eligible developers can satisfy their statutory bond obligation by taking out an approved decennial-style policy that gives owners 10 years of cover for major structural defects from completion, claimable directly, without first having to pursue developers or builders through costly legal action.&nbsp;

The change forms the final tranche of amendments arising from the 2021 statutory review of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 and related legislation.

Resilience Insurance, which originated the cover in Australia and has delivered it in NSW since 2022, welcomed the passage and credited the NSW Government for delivering it.

“This is protection apartment buyers have needed for a long time, and the credit for delivering it belongs to the NSW Government,”&nbsp;said Corey Nugent, CEO of Resilience Insurance.

“Minister Chanthivong and his team have shown real leadership in replacing an outdated two-year bond with cover that matches the lifespan of the buildings people are buying into. Reform like this is what good, evidence-based regulation looks like.”

Resilience has delivered LDI in NSW since 2022, protecting thousands of apartments, giving the State, and now the country, real-world evidence of how decade-long, no-fault protection works in practice.

The reform also places NSW within a wider national shift.

NSW is the third jurisdiction to put decennial cover into law. The ACT legislated for it in 2024, with the scheme taking effect in late 2025, and Victoria passed its own framework on 17 June. Between them, the three cover the majority of Australia's apartment market.

The reform commences once the legislation is proclaimed, which is expected in the coming weeks. From that point, developers of Class 2 residential apartment buildings can meet their statutory obligation with an approved decennial policy in place of the bond.

Buyers who purchased into projects that took out the cover early are among the first in the country to take keys to apartments carrying decade-long structural protection.

“With the legislation passed, the focus now turns to making it work for buyers,”&nbsp;Nugent said.

“There are already thousands of apartments in NSW covered by this insurance, bought by developers who moved early. The question every buyer should be asking in a display suite is a simple one: does this building come with 10-year defect cover, and who stands behind it?&nbsp;

“We look forward to working with the Government and the Building Commission in coming weeks as the framework moves to implementation, and to sharing what we have learned over the past four years so the protection reaches owners as smoothly and quickly as possible.”

Other states are working through their own reform programs. Western Australia has indicated that decennial cover is within consideration a later stage of its reform sequence, and Queensland has been examining the settings as it looks at the development pipeline ahead of the 2032 Olympics.

Resilience Insurance acknowledges the NSW Government’s continued focus on strengthening consumer protection while supporting housing delivery across the State.

Fast Facts: What the reform means

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	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Proven at scale:&nbsp;Decennial cover has operated in NSW since 2022, protecting thousand of apartments.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">10 years of cover:&nbsp;Protection for major structural defects runs for a decade from completion, claimable directly and with no legal action required.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">An alternative to the bond:&nbsp;Eligible developers can meet their statutory obligation with an approved decennial-style policy in place of the 2% strata building bond.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Part of a national shift:&nbsp;The ACT has had decennial provisions in force since 2025 and Victoria passed its framework in June. NSW now joins them.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">No-fault, first resort:&nbsp;Owners corporations claim directly from the insurer without first having to establish who is liable for the defect.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Cost-competitive:&nbsp;At approximately 1.8% of build cost, LDI is typically priced below the 2% bond while offering broader, longer protection.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Market position:&nbsp;Resilience originated LDI in Australia and has delivered it in NSW since 2022.</li>
</ul>

Fast Facts: What is Resilience LDI?

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	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Resilience Latent Defects Insurance (LDI):&nbsp;Covers major structural defects for 10 years from completion.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Consumer-first:&nbsp;Direct claim access, no need for lengthy legal action.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Cost advantage:&nbsp;At approximately 1.8% of build cost, LDI is typically priced below the traditional 2% Strata Bond while offering broader protection.</li>
	<li style="margin-left:15px; font-family:Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:12pt; color:#000000">Market leader:&nbsp;&nbsp;Resilience Insurance originated LDI in Australia and is the national market leader.</li>
</ul>

Joel Robinson

NSW parliament passes 10-year defect insurance laws for new apartment buyers

Builder-developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mcnab-developments">McNab</a> has wasted little time reshaping one of South Brisbane's most significant undeveloped apartment sites after acquiring the property earlier this year.&nbsp;

McNab has lodged plans to scrap an existing approval for two 30-storey towers and instead deliver a single 28-storey residential building, preserving part of the site for a future development opportunity.

The proposal, lodged over <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-peel-street-south-brisbane-qld-4101">64 Peel Street and 9 Cordelia Street</a>, is for a residential-led mixed-use development comprising 124 apartments above a landscaped podium, alongside a boundary realignment that preserves part of the land for a future residential project.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hayball">Hayball</a>, the development will deliver 119 two-bedroom and five three-bedroom apartments across 23 residential levels. A five-level podium will accommodate 135 car spaces, while the ground floor will include a 66 sqm commercial tenancy, an activated residential lobby with work-from-home spaces, and a publicly accessible landscaped plaza linking Cordelia and Peel streets.&nbsp;

Communal amenities will span Level 6 and the rooftop, including indoor and outdoor recreation spaces, a swimming pool, barbecue facilities, kitchen and dining areas, lawn space, sauna, steam room and yoga facilities.

The application also proposes a boundary realignment to create a standalone 1,290 sqm development lot while retaining an adjacent parcel for future redevelopment, allowing the balance of the site to contribute additional housing over time.

Hayball said the architecture has been shaped by the site's elevated corner position at the intersection of Peel and Cordelia streets and Brisbane's subtropical climate.

The design incorporates generous landscaped setbacks, a masonry podium wrapped with planting, large north-facing balconies, and a slender tower profile intended to maximise natural light, cross ventilation and long-range views. The rooftop has been conceived as a wellness-focused retreat overlooking Brisbane, with amenities positioned to capture views towards Mount Coot-tha and the CBD.

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The planning submission positions the proposal as a response to both changing market conditions and Brisbane's Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct planning reforms.

McNab acquired the site after the previous approval was granted, with the existing scheme no longer reflecting current residential market demands, economic conditions, construction challenges, construction efficiencies or the quality of development outcome now being pursued, the planning report noted.

McNab continues to expand its residential development pipeline across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The developer recently launched The Tannery in West End, securing more than 60 per cent of apartments before the project's public release. It is also delivering Elements Budds Beach in Surfers Paradise and Lucia Highgate Hill, an eight-apartment boutique development overlooking the Brisbane River.

McNab resets decade-old South Brisbane approval with 124-apartment tower

A steeply sloping Bellevue Hill site is set to accommodate a new mid-rise apartment development, with plans lodged for 20 homes that respond to the site's dramatic topography.

The proposal for the consolidated land at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/138a-140-bellevue-road-bellevue-hill-nsw-2023">138A-140 Bellevue Road</a> has been designed by Sydney architecture practice Common Office, which has used the site’s substantial fall to distribute the building’s scale and unlock 20 apartments without presenting the full height to the street.&nbsp;

“The unique design strategy leverages the site’s substantial topographical fall to facilitate increased density, presenting a seven-storey profile to Bellevue Road while rising to 10 storeys at the rear,” Common Office said in its architectural design report.

The apartment mix spans one, two, three- and four-bedroom residences. Four two-bedroom apartments are designated as affordable housing, while the plans also include two adaptable dwellings. The mix is majority three-beds, with the typical three-bed apartment offering around 144 sqm internally, with balconies of around 15 sqm.

The affordable housing component represents 15 per cent of the residential floor area and allows the project to access additional height and floor space under the NSW Government’s in-fill affordable housing provisions. The site also falls within the inner area of the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy because it is within 400 metres walking distance of Double Bay Town Centre.

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Common Office has arranged the building around a masonry podium and a lighter upper volume, drawing on two recurring elements of Bellevue Hill’s established architecture: sandstone bases and the vertical proportions of local Inter-war Art Deco apartment buildings.

“The proposal is governed by a holistic design language that reconciles the solid horizontal masonry of the neighbourhood’s podiums with the elegant verticality of its Art Deco heritage,” the architect said.

“The building maintains a consistent rhythmic logic utilising deep recesses and a sophisticated material transition to break down the 10-storey scale into a series of articulated, human-scale volumes.”

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Large-format sandstone tiles will define the lower levels, establishing a robust base that negotiates the change in elevation from Bellevue Road. Above, red-tinted precast concrete frames, recessed balconies, anodised aluminium screens and expanded metal details will create a more vertically expressed façade. Integrated planter beds will introduce greenery across balcony edges and recessed sections of the building.

The elongated northern façade has been divided into three recessed vertical masses to reduce its perceived length. Triangular window elements and metal privacy screens reference the geometry of nearby Art Deco buildings while controlling overlooking toward surrounding homes. The southern elevation will incorporate further privacy screening, landscaped edges and deep balconies to maintain light and ventilation.

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Private and communal landscaping is distributed throughout the development. A landscaped garden apartment is positioned within the lower portion of the site, while a communal terrace on Level 5 will include a central timber deck, barbecue facilities, resident planting plots and areas for outdoor dining and informal gatherings.

Common Office described the terrace as an elevated sanctuary designed to capture district views and sunlight. Its planting strategy incorporates endemic species associated with the Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub, extending the landscape vertically through the building and providing habitat for local flora and fauna.

A second communal outdoor area is proposed at roof level, with built-in seating, paved gathering areas and perimeter planting.

Bellevue Hill is enjoying renewed momentum in the new apartment market, with several boutique developments recently launched and currently under construction. Positive Investment Enterprise is delivering the 16-apartment Kew Palm House on Birriga Road, while Chanine Developments is also under construction at Florian, a 36-apartment project on Banksia Road.

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Bellevue Hill is enjoying renewed momentum in the new apartment market, with several boutique developments recently launched and currently under construction.

First Look: Apartment development pitched for Bellevue Hill, Double Bay fringe

South Brisbane's apartment pipeline continues to build momentum, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/trk-property-group">TRK Property Group</a> lodging plans for a 161-apartment tower on Montague Road as developers accelerate investment across the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct.

The proposal for 176–186 Montague Road would replace an existing office building with a 20-storey residential tower designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, adding to a growing pipeline of high-density projects reshaping one of Brisbane's fastest-evolving inner-city precincts.

The project has been conceived as a "living building", featuring a flowing tower form, extensive vertical landscaping, and generous communal spaces that respond to the evolving Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct.

TRK Property Group Development Director Matt Kan said the project reflected the confidence developers have in South Brisbane's long-term future.

"South Brisbane is entering an incredibly exciting period, and we see Montague Road sitting right at the heart of that evolution," Kan said.

"With the former Visy site directly opposite us and significant investment planned throughout the broader Kurilpa precinct, there is a real sense of momentum around this part of the city and what it will become over the coming years.

"For TRK, this is an opportunity to be part of that next chapter and deliver a project that responds to where the precinct is heading, while contributing to the continued evolution of Brisbane's river edge."

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The scheme includes a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, incorporating multi-purpose rooms in selected residences to provide additional flexibility for home offices or expanded living areas. The proposed mix comprises 15 one-bedroom, 13 one-bedroom plus MPR, 73 two-bedroom, 26 two-bedroom plus MPR, 30 three-bedroom, and four four-bedroom apartments.

Rather than adopting a conventional rectilinear tower, COX Architecture has developed a sculpted form inspired by the movement of the Brisbane River.

"The proposal has been designed by COX Architecture as a 'living building' that responds to the site's riverine setting, floodplain history and evolving urban context within the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct," the planning report states.

"The architectural form draws from the fluid nature of the Brisbane River, with a curved and undulating tower form that creates a varied architectural edge and avoids a conventional rectilinear tower expression."

The podium has also been designed as an architectural feature rather than a conventional parking structure, with cascading planting, screening and natural-toned materials softening its appearance. Resident parking is elevated above ground level to address the site's flood constraints, while habitable apartments sit above flood planning levels. Upper-level communal facilities are designed to accommodate shelter-in-place arrangements during major flood events.

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Communal amenity is a major focus of the proposal. Around 1,815 sqm of shared resident space is proposed across the ground floor, level 19 and the rooftop, including co-working areas, indoor and outdoor recreation spaces, wellness facilities, dining and gathering areas, lawn spaces, a rooftop pool and spa, and extensive landscaping. At street level, a landscaped forecourt and approximately 345 sqm of publicly accessible open space along Montague Road are intended to improve the pedestrian experience while activating the building's frontage.

The development will provide 163 car spaces, including 152 resident bays and 11 visitor spaces, together with 144 bicycle spaces incorporating resident storage, visitor parking, bicycle maintenance facilities and e-mobility charging infrastructure.

The site sits within one of Brisbane's fastest-changing inner-city precincts, less than two kilometres from the CBD and within easy reach of South Bank, West End, the Queensland Cultural Centre and extensive public transport connections. The Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct planning framework is encouraging higher-density residential development to help meet Brisbane's housing supply targets while supporting walkable, transit-oriented neighbourhoods.

TRK Property joins South Brisbane apartment surge with Montague Road tower plans

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	<li data-end="459" data-section-id="5hbcyr" data-start="311">Pikos Group has released the five-penthouse collection at Skye Kangaroo Point, headlined by a two-storey sky home spanning more than 1,000 sqm.</li>
	<li data-end="561" data-section-id="1p7lq8n" data-start="460">Early buyer interest suggests the residences could set a new Queensland apartment price record.</li>
	<li data-end="667" data-section-id="1y70z0l" data-start="562">The collection includes four move-in ready penthouses and the highly customised Skye One residence.</li>
	<li data-end="785" data-section-id="yvm0y1" data-start="668">The release caps one of Bri​sbane's most ambitious luxury apartment developments overlooking the Brisbane River.</li>
</ul>

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Pikos Group has released the five-penthouse collection at its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/skye-residences-by-pikos-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Skye by Pikos</a> development in Kangaroo Point, with early buyer interest indicating the flagship residences could eclipse every apartment sale previously recorded in Queensland.

The collection crowns the luxury riverfront development with five residences, including four completed penthouses and Skye One, a two-level sky home spanning more than 1,000 sqm that will be tailored to its eventual owner.

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Wanting to offer a fully customisable home, Pikos is offering Skye One as a blank canvas, allowing the buyer to work alongside the developer's design team to customise the home's layout, finishes and internal spaces.

The residence will feature a 247 sqm private rooftop terrace with its own swimming pool, sauna, steam room, outdoor kitchen and multiple entertaining areas overlooking the Brisbane River and CBD skyline.

The remaining four penthouses have been completed and are ready for immediate occupation, each offering four bedrooms, expansive open-plan living areas, soaring ceilings and private lift access.

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One of the defining features throughout the project is its use of Roman Classic Travertine, with more than 20,000 sqm of the natural stone imported from Italy after being personally selected by Pikos Group Founder and Executive Director Pedro Pikos, interior designer Julie Williamson and third-generation stone specialist Mario Caucci.

Pikos said the penthouse collection represented the culmination of the company's long-term vision for Skye.

"True legacy isn't measured by what we build today, but by what endures tomorrow," Pikos said.

"Our ambition is to create places that become more valuable with time, enrich the lives of generations, and stand as timeless landmarks long after we've stepped away."

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Williamson said the interiors were inspired by the natural character of Kangaroo Point and the Brisbane River rather than international design trends.

"Materiality tells the story of a place," Williamson said.

"We looked to the movement of the Brisbane River, the texture of the cliff face and the warmth of the surrounding landscape to create interiors that feel understated, enduring and unmistakably Brisbane."

Positioned above the Kangaroo Point cliffs, Skye places residents within walking distance of Howard Smith Wharves, South Bank and James Street while offering uninterrupted river and city views.

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Brisbane's next apartment price record? Pikos unveils Skye's exclusive penthouse collection

Sydney’s property market is known for high prices, competitive bidding, and mounting pressure on first home buyers. But change is on the horizon.

From late 2025, eligible first home buyers in New South Wales will have access to a new federal government initiative aimed at addressing affordability: the Help to Buy Scheme.&nbsp;

<h2>What is the Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

The program introduces a shared equity model intended to reduce the upfront cost of entering the property market, particularly in high-demand urban areas such as Sydney.

The scheme operates under a shared ownership structure in which the federal government takes an equity stake of up to 40 per cent for new homes, or 30 per cent for existing dwellings. This arrangement allows eligible buyers to significantly reduce their loan size and avoid the added cost of Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI).

Under this model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required. The government’s contribution is not a loan but a co-ownership stake in the property. As such, there is no interest or rent charged on its portion.

Because the government’s equity combined with the buyer’s deposit typically meets or exceeds the 20 per cent threshold, LMI does not apply. The remaining balance, generally between 60 and 70 per cent of the property’s value, is financed through a standard home loan with a participating lender.

The government's equity in the property remains in place until the buyer chooses to repay it voluntarily or until the property is sold. Buyers can buy back the government’s share over time, in increments of at least five per cent, depending on their financial situation.

There is no fixed repayment timeline, but the amount to be repaid will be based on the property's market value at the time of repayment, not the original purchase price.

<h2>How do you qualify for the&nbsp;Help to Buy Scheme?</h2>

To qualify for the Help to Buy Scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

<ul>
	<li>Be an Australian citizen at least 18 years of age.</li>
	<li>Be a first-home buyer who does not currently own property.</li>
	<li>Intend to live in the property as their primary residence.</li>
	<li>Earn less than $100,000 per year for individuals, or $160,000 for couples.</li>
	<li>Purchase a property within the regional price caps, currently $950,000 in Sydney, though this is expected to rise to approximately $1.3 million ahead of the program’s launch.</li>
</ul>

While the Help to Buy Scheme does not solve affordability challenges across the board, it does offer a more accessible pathway for a defined segment of the market, particularly younger buyers with moderate incomes who have been priced out of traditional lending routes.

The scheme is expected to commence in NSW in late 2025, as part of a national rollout.

Under the new model, purchasers can enter the property market with as little as a two per cent deposit, well below the traditional 10 to 20 per cent usually required

Help to Buy Scheme: What first home buyers in NSW need to know

The First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) is a government initiative designed to help eligible first-time home buyers by offering financial assistance towards the purchase or construction of a new home.

While the FHOG is a nationwide program, it is administered separately by each state and territory, meaning the eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and property requirements can vary depending on your location. This means that the amount available and the conditions attached to the grant will differ, so it is important to check the specific guidelines for your state or territory.

It’s important to note that the FHOG is just one of several incentives available to first home buyers. In most states and territories, the grant is not linked to stamp duty exemptions or concessions, with the exception of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). The FHOG is typically a one-off payment, reducing the overall cost of purchasing or building a new home before any stamp duty concessions are applied.

Below, we provide a breakdown of the First Home Owner Grants available across Australia, outlining the specific details for each state and territory.

<h2>New South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $600,000. For land purchases and owner-builders, the threshold extends to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Provides full stamp duty exemption for homes valued up to $800,000, with concessions available for properties up to $1 million.

<h2>Victoria South Wales First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides a $10,000 grant for first-home buyers purchasing or building new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Benefits: Offers full stamp duty exemption for properties up to $600,000, with concessions available up to $750,000.

<h2>Queensland First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers $30,000 for contracts signed between 20 November 2023 and 30 June 2025. The FHOG applies to new homes valued up to $750,000.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Provides additional concessions for properties valued up to $800,000.

<h2>Western Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

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First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes valued up to $750,000 in the southern regions and up to $1 million in the northern regions.

Stamp Duty Concessions: Available for homes valued up to $600,000 for transactions entered into on or after 9 May 2024.

<h2>Australian Capital Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Replaced by the Home Buyer Concession Scheme, offering full stamp duty concessions for eligible buyers.

<h2>South Australia First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Provides up to $15,000 for new homes, including houses, apartments, and townhouses. As of 6 June 2024, there is no property value cap for eligibility.

Stamp Duty Relief: Available for new homes and vacant land purchases.

<h2>Tasmania First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: Offers a $10,000 grant for new homes and off the plan purchases.

Stamp Duty Exemption: Between 18 February 2024 and 30 June 2026, first home buyers of established homes valued up to $750,000 receive a full exemption on property transfer duty.

<h2>Northern Territory First Home Owner Grant</h2>

First Home Owner Grant: The Northern Territory provides a $10,000 grant for new homes only. Additional government grants and concessions are available for first home buyers.

Stamp Duty Exemption: The only stamp duty exemption available to property buyers is the House and Land Package Exemption (HLPE).

Eligibility criteria and application processes differ across states. Prospective buyers should refer to their respective state revenue offices for full details on grant availability, conditions, and additional concessions.

Every First Home Owner Grant for new property by state

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable architecture and environmentally conscious design, systems and ratings in place can help determine the energy efficiency of residential buildings in Australia.

Australia has multiple building rating systems that evaluate energy efficiency and sustainability in existing and new building designs.

Some systems assess individual building components, while others provide an overall rating for the entire structure.

A rating system ensures that homes are comfortable and energy-efficient, whether you are buying, renovating, or building.

NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) is a common way for new homes to meet energy efficiency requirements.

As new developments continue to shape the urban environment, understanding NatHERS ratings becomes essential for developers and homeowners. This article delves into the concept of NatHERS ratings, their significance, and how they contribute to creating energy-efficient homes.

<h2>What is NatHERS?</h2>

NatHERS is a national initiative implemented by the Australian government to promote energy efficiency in residential buildings. The scheme aims to provide a standardised method for assessing the thermal performance of homes, considering factors such as insulation, orientation, ventilation, and building materials.&nbsp;

NatHERS ratings are the most common way new homes meet the National Construction Code's (NCC's) minimum energy efficiency requirements.&nbsp;

NatHERS assessments provide thermal and whole-home ratings for new homes, townhouses, and apartments.

The rating helps evaluate the energy performance of buildings, guides homeowners and developers to make informed decisions about the energy efficiency of their properties, and encourages the construction of more sustainable, comfortable, and cost-effective homes.

<h2>How NatHERS Ratings Work</h2>

NatHERS ratings are determined through four accredited software tools (AccuRate, BERS Pro, FirstRate5, HERO) using a calculation engine CSIRO developed to predict building temperature based on various factors.

The tools can model complex effects of building mass, insulation, window size, and other elements.

The outcome is a star rating that reflects the building's overall thermal efficiency, indicating how well it can maintain a comfortable indoor temperature without excessive reliance on heating or cooling systems.

The star rating scale ranges from 0 to 10, with a 6-star rating being the minimum requirement for compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC).&nbsp;

Achieving a higher star rating demonstrates a commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability, as the building is better equipped to minimise its environmental impact and reduce long-term energy costs.

Anyone can use NatHERS tools, but accredited assessors can provide certified ratings and professional advice.

<h2>Benefits of Higher NatHERS Ratings</h2>

Energy Efficiency: Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings are more energy-efficient, requiring less heating and cooling energy. This reduces the structure's carbon footprint and lowers occupants' energy bills.

Cost Savings: Homes with higher NatHERS ratings are generally more energy-efficient, resulting in reduced energy consumption for heating and cooling. This translates to lower energy bills for homeowners, making sustainable living environmentally friendly and economically viable in the long run.

Environmental Impact: Lower energy consumption directly translates to a reduced environmental impact. Buildings with higher NatHERS ratings contribute to the overall goal of mitigating climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions associated with heating and cooling systems.

Improved Comfort: Buildings with high NatHERS ratings offer better thermal comfort to occupants. Proper insulation, well-designed ventilation, and optimal orientation maintain a consistent and comfortable indoor temperature, providing occupants with a more enjoyable and healthier space.

Market Value and Desirability: Higher NatHERS ratings can enhance the market value of a property. As energy efficiency becomes a more significant consideration for homebuyers, a well-rated building may attract a premium price and stand out in the real estate market.

Compliance with Building Codes: NatHERS ratings are a vital component of the National Construction Code (NCC), and compliance with these ratings is often a mandatory requirement for new developments. Local councils and planning authorities may set minimum energy efficiency standards that must be met to obtain development approval.

The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a crucial initiative shaping the future of energy-efficient, resilient, and cost-effective homes. With its recent upgrades, NatHERS has evolved into a world-leading tool for the building sector, supporting the global commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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What is a NatHERS rating in new off the plan apartment developments?

Mixed-use developments have gained significant popularity across Australia in recent years due to their unique blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces.

Unlike traditional single-purpose developments, mixed-use projects offer a harmonious integration of various functions within a single locale.

Residential units seamlessly coexist with commercial establishments, retail outlets, dining venues, entertainment hubs, and recreational facilities, with the combination not only enhances convenience but also fosters a vibrant lifestyle and a sense of community.

<h3>Convenience and accessibility</h3>

Mixed-use developments are designed with convenience in mind. They often integrate residential units with commercial spaces, retail outlets, restaurants, and recreational facilities, creating a self-contained community.

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The proximity allows residents to enjoy the convenience of having essential amenities and services within walking distance. Whether it's grabbing a cup of coffee, going grocery shopping, or accessing healthcare services, everything is conveniently located, saving residents time and effort.

<h3>Vibrant lifestyle and community</h3>

One of the major advantages of mixed-use developments is the vibrant lifestyle they offer. With a diverse range of amenities and communal spaces, residents have ample opportunities to interact, socialise, and build a sense of community.

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The presence of parks, community centres, and shared spaces fosters a lively atmosphere, encouraging residents to engage in various activities and events. The vibrant lifestyle within these developments creates a unique sense of belonging and camaraderie among the residents.

<h3>Potential for higher rental yields and property value appreciation</h3>

Mixed-use developments tend to attract a broad range of tenants and buyers due to their versatile nature. This high demand can result in higher rental yields for investors and potentially lead to property value appreciation over time.

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The integration of commercial and retail spaces attracts businesses, which can provide a stable rental income stream. Additionally, the popularity of mixed-use developments often drives up property values, making them a potentially lucrative investment in the long term.

<h3>Enhanced security and maintenance</h3>

Mixed-use developments typically have comprehensive security measures in place. With controlled access points, CCTV surveillance, and professional security staff, residents can enjoy enhanced safety and peace of mind.

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Additionally, these developments often have dedicated maintenance teams responsible for the upkeep of common areas, landscaping, and infrastructure. This ensures that the overall appearance and functionality of the development are well-maintained, creating a pleasant living environment for residents.

<h3>Live-work-play balance</h3>

One of the key attractions of mixed-use developments is the ability to achieve a desirable live-work-play balance. The integration of residential and commercial spaces allows residents to live closer to their workplaces, reducing commuting time and improving work-life balance.

The proximity to various amenities and recreational facilities encourages an active and healthy lifestyle. Residents can easily access fitness centres, parks, restaurants, and entertainment options, all within the same development, leading to a more fulfilling and convenient way of life.

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When buying a property, everyone needs to be aware of the additional costs that come as part of the buying process.

Often the largest outlay, after the deposit which goes to the bank, is stamp duty.

<h2 style="line-height: 1.38;">What is Stamp Duty?</h2>

Stamp duty is an extra tax to pay the government when you buy land, a property, and other certain assets.

It happens when the legal ownership is transferred. It can also be known as property transfer duty or transfer duty.

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<h2>Who pays Stamp Duty?</h2>

In some circumstances, you may get an exemption. For some states, you won’t have to pay for stamp duty if you are a first home buyer or a pensioner for houses under a particular price. There are also stamp duty concessions, where you may be entitled to a discount.

<h2>How much does Stamp Duty cost?</h2>

Each state has different rules which affect how much you need to pay. These rules can affect the rate you pay, and the timeframe you will need to pay in. Before you buy land or a property, make sure you check the up-to-date information for your state’s stamp duty.

You can use a free stamp duty calculator online to see approximately how much you’ll need to pay. Find out if you’re eligible for an exemption by enquiring on a project via Urban!

Overall, the stamp duty you need to pay will depend on:

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	<li aria-level="1">How much your land/property is worth</li>
	<li aria-level="1">Where your land/property is located</li>
	<li aria-level="1">What type of land/property it is</li>
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Off-the-plan property explained: What is stamp duty?

Prominent New Zealand apartment and hotel operator, <a href="/developers/safari-group">Safari Group</a>, is offering up a prime investment opportunity for Australians to purchase off the plan in one of the world’s most popular ski destinations.

They recently took to market Mountain Oak Queenstown Apartments, in the growing precinct of Remarkables Park in Frankton, near the airport and at the foot of The Remarkables - the mountain range the locals like to call “The Remarks”.&nbsp;

Sydney investors have shown interest in the one, two and three-bedroom apartments that secure high-season occupancy six months over the year, primarily over summer and winter months.

They average 90 per cent occupancy across their portfolio over January, February, March, August, November and December, while shoulder season months of April, July, September and October are still occupied 70 per cent of the time, with the growing appeal of Queenstown becoming not just a hotspot for the snow, but a lifestyle destination.

Even in the low seasons of May and June, occupancy levels reach around 40 per cent.

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Safari’s Safari Hotels arm can also manage the holiday letting for an investor, from the listing on holiday accommodation websites such as Airbnb and Booking.com to the cleaning and maintenance of the investment. They’ve been in the short stay management business for 15 years and offer 24/7 support for investors, an important convenience benefit for any overseas investor

Another major drawcard for Australians is that New Zealand doesn’t have a stamp duty policy - so the entry price of NZ$639,000 (AU$586,000), is all that is payable on completion.

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The apartments will feature modern amenities and contemporary designs with expansive windows capturing sweeping views of The Remarkables mountain range.&nbsp;

Interiors are equipped with modern finishes, premium appliances, and secure electronic key-locked doors, ensuring a comfortable living experience for residents and guests alike.

With its strategic location near Coronet Peak and Cardrona Alpine Resort, as well as key retail and dining precincts such as Market Street, Five Mile Shopping Centre, and Remarkables Market, Mountain Oak offers a strong proposition for investors seeking high rental yields and capital appreciation in one of New Zealand’s most sought-after locations.&nbsp;

Queenstown’s sustained demand for visitor accommodation and rental properties is underpinned by a shortage of housing options, attracting both local and international buyers.

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Many start-ups launch out of a garage or a living room before moving to a co-working space or sub-letting a desk or two from a more established business (usually under a license agreement).  
If your business is successful and grows, there will come a time when you’ve got to look for a business space from which to run your start-up. This article sets out a number of key points to consider in the process.  
1. Leverage  
The first issue to wrap your head around concerns leverage. First time tenants are often under the misapprehension that they have little leverage when negotiating a lease with a landlord.  
You need to get out of this mindset before you even start looking for a commercial property to lease.  
Over the last couple of years, a significant amount of commercial space has opened up in all of Australia’s major cities. Landlords are competing for good tenants. Use this to your advantage.  
2. Representation  
It’s important that you obtain representation, especially when renting your first commercial property. Many entrepreneurs will work with a real estate agent to secure appropriate premises.  
When you’ve found the premises you want to lease, you should engage a commercial lawyer to review the lease documentation and enter any lease negotiations with the landlord and/or their representative on your behalf.  
If possible, try and find a commercial leasing lawyer; a specialist in the leasing sector. A specialist will have a detailed knowledge of all the legislative requirements of a lease and will be able to quickly identify any onerous or unfair provisions in it.  
3. What to expect from your lawyer  
Make sure you get value for money from your lawyer. During the lease review process, a good commercial lawyer should give you guidance and advice in relation to what your rent covers (i.e. whether outgoings (utilities), cleaning services and parking are included as part of the lease arrangement).  
Many leases hide this sort of information in the fine print, which is where your lawyer can assist. Your lawyer will also be able to advise as to what property taxes you may be liable for, what insurances need be obtained and how to structure the provision of security (if any) to the landlord.  
 
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4. Landlord concessions  
During the negotiation process, your lawyer should be pushing for landlord concessions. Obviously negotiating the rent down will be the first priority, but there are other areas your lawyer can focus on.  
With increasing commercial space opening up, landlords have become more amenable to providing new tenants with incentives to lease their premises. During the negotiation process, a lawyer can “feel out” the lessor in relation to what they may be willing to concede.
These concessions can include a free rent period at the beginning of the term (which can be really valuable if you need to conduct a fit out of the premises – and can enable you to only pay rent when your business is up and running after any such necessary works at the premises).  
5. Duration of lease and rent amount  
If you’re happy with your chosen premises it’s important to ensure that you have the option to stay there longer term if you so choose. Your lawyer should negotiation option periods that allow you to choose whether to keep renting the premises after the term of the initial lease is up.  
Typically, a landlord providing an initial three-year term may be amenable to providing a further two to three-year option period. When negotiating this aspect of the lease it’s important to be familiar with how any increases in rent may be assessed. It is fairly typical that during an initial term annual increases in rent correlate with an annual calculation of any increase or decrease in the CPI.  
It is also fairly typical for the amount of rent to be paid to be reviewed on a market basis at the beginning of any option period. These are important aspects to consider and matters a commercial lawyer should provide advice on.  
6. Termination and assignment  
Another important issue to consider is ensuring that there is a termination agreement stipulated in the body of the lease. This gives you as a tenant the option to exit the arrangement, for instance if your business outgrows the premises or if you decide the location is not ideal for your business needs.  
Again, these are issues which a commercial lawyer can provide guidance and advice in relation to.  
The capacity to assign the lease agreement to a third party is also important. It is preferable that the landlord’s requirements of the tenant are not too overbearing. This ensures it is not difficult for the tenant to transfer the lease to a third party in circumstances where they want to sell their business or move on from the premises.  
To conclude  
If you’re considering moving premises it’s important to factor in ample time for search and negotiation process. Make sure you work with a specialist commercial leasing lawyer if possible. <a href="https://legalvision.com.au/need-a-commercial-leasing-lawyer/" rel="nofollow">Get in touch with LegalVision with any leasing questions</a>!
 
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 Tom O’Brien is the principal lawyer at O’Brien Leasing (part of the<a href="https://legalvision.com.au/" rel="nofollow">LegalVision Network</a>).
The specialist online lawyers in the <a href="https://www.legalvision.com.au/" rel="nofollow">LegalVision network</a> provide businesses with access to high quality and speedy legal services.
This article originally appeared on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.startupsmart.com.au/">StartUpSmart</a>.
 
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Six important things to remember when negotiating and reviewing your first commercial lease: Tom O'Brien

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Unprecedented institutional investor demand has seen retail investment in Australia hit an all-time record high, according to new research from Colliers International.
In it latest Australian Retail Investment Review report, Colliers found that 142 major retail transactions took place in the 2013 financial year with a combined value of $7.62 billions.
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The total value of transactions soared by 80% on the $4.244 billion recorded in 2011/12, while the volume of transactions jumped just as strongly, up by 71 per cent compared to the 83 recorded in the previous financial year.
Colliers research director Nora Farren told Property Observer driving that high transaction activity was offshore investors entering the Australian market either directly or through partnering arrangements.
Among some of those marquee offshore investments were US private equity group Blackstone buying a 50% of the Erina Shopping Centre for $397 million in May, along with Challenger, acting on behalf of a middle-east investor, which acquired a portfolio of six centres from Federation Centre for $602 million.
The lion's share of transactions occured in the regional and sub-regional markets.
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“In the regional space we had seven years’ worth of supply come to the market, with 14 interests in regional centres transacting worth in excess of $4 billion, which is significantly greater than the average of two centres per year over the past three years, and was more than half the total investment in retail assets over the 2012/13 financial year",  said Colliers national director of retail investment services, Lachlan MacGillivray.
“Meanwhile there were 20 sales of sub-regional centres worth more than $1 billion, which was a 25 per cent increase on the previous financial year".
Equally strong was the demand for neighbourhood shopping centres, with 60 sales worth a total of $1.287 billion recorded. The bulky good sector registered 30 transactions - double the previous year.
Mr MacGillivary said regional shopping centre activity should return to more normalised historical levels over the coming 12 months, but that sub-regional centres were expected to "continue to trade strongly and surpass this year’s total.”
Going forward, he said, a number of institutional and listed investors had a strategy to acquire non-discretionary anchored neighbourhood and sub-regional centres, but while demand for regional centres was likely to continue to be robust, supply of investment product would be limited, hence there would be fewer transactions going forward.
He pointed to competitive interest in assets with strong lease profiles displaying robust income growth or expansion or development potential.
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Institutional  investors, superannuation funds and offshore investors are expected to be the most active over the remainder of 2013.
The Colliers International Australian Retail Investment Review 2013, which covers transaction activity of greater than $10 million across Australia, found that NSW had the largest share of retail investment activity over the past year, with 35 sales, including half of all regional centre transactions. But the largest increase in activity was in Victoria, which saw investment in the state nearly double to 27 sales,” said Ms Farren.
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Retail investment in Australia at an all-time high: Colliers International

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Building activity in the apartment market is up on the back of what was, until recently, a healthy set of numbers, according to Herron Todd White.
And the feeling is good.
‘’More tradesmen released from fly-in fly-out duties returning to work in the Perth market has helped pull down construction prices and make some projects viable,’’ the valuer says.
‘’Developers are rushing to meet the demand for apartments, especially in the sub-$750,000 space, and developments from central Perth to far flung southern suburbs are on the market.’’
The valuer says that, when comparing apples with apples, valuers often can’t see what all the fuss is about with apartments.
‘’We see far more value in something with some physical land attached to it, rather than something that is all about air rights. In fact, we see it day in day out and it doesn’t make sense.
‘’Take, for instance, a new three-bedroom, two-bathroom detached brick and tile house on a cottage lot of circa 350 metres squared selling for the same price as a two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit in the same outer suburban area ...
‘’Unless, of course, the apartment is on top of vibrant retail shopping, bars, restaurants and a train station - which, more often than not, it isn’t.’’
The valuer says that, with more developer activity comes more stock – an increase in supply - right about the time when everyone is beginning to react to a cyclical fall in demand.
‘’So, expect to see some pain in the residential apartment market in about 12 to 18 months time.’’
Is it all bad? ‘’No’’, says the valuer. ‘’Western Australia is still the best state in Australia in which to live and, because we haven’t gone too hell for leather with development projects, we should fare better than most. Again.’’
There will always be pockets and properties which outperform market expectations - whether in a flat market or a good one. So, keep an eye on suburbs such as Bibra Lake, Kardinya, Willetton, Padbury, Duncraig, Woodlands and Fremantle, the report said.
Herron Todd White says buyers should focus on lot sizes, proximity to schools, transport linkages to the CBD or other places of work and recreation.
‘’If the house is a mess, buy a paint brush and invest some time and effort. Turn that little ugly duckling into a swan. Who knows, one day you might make some money on your property. Sometime... Down the track...
‘’Just relax Australia. Western Australia has got your back. We may be a bit tired, but we’ll take a short break and be back on top again soon,’’ the HTW reported concluded.
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Bibra Lake, Kardinya, Willetton, Padbury, Duncraig, Woodlands and Fremantle apartments ought outperform the Perth market: HTW

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Six to nine months of upside in the Perth residential property market has seen multiple offers on homes, properties staying on the market for only two or three days, and a low number of listings.
Well, that can’t - and it shouldn’t - last forever, according to Herron Todd White's latest residential update.
‘’That’s because property isn’t a frequently traded commodity. It’s not a share. It’s a place where families are sheltered and business is conducted and things are produced.
‘’Yet some people treat property with the same expectation as a Wesfarmers or Telstra share. They expect it to always go up and to provide a dividend along the way.
‘’They get very disappointed if there is talk that it will lose value. Some people get panicky about property and try to grab it and take control. Not letting reality sink in. These people are called investors.
‘’Others just see property for what it is, accept it and are not too worried or fussed about talk of market slowdowns or dips. They are called owner-occupiers or tenants.
‘’At the end of the day, property is not a share. It’s not an aeroplane either. It’s a thing that sits on a piece of dirt and has walls and a roof on it. As long as the piece of dirt is relatively clean and the roof doesn’t leak, all sorts of magic can happen from property.
‘’Sometimes babies are produced in them; at other times nice widgets are made in them and sold to other people.
‘’The residential sector in Western Australia is seeing a rate of take up unprecedented for many years which is now beginning to show signs of hitting turbulent air.’’
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Perth residential hitting turbulent air: HTW

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1. Offering vendor financing
It is possible to sell to buyers with poor credit ratings by selling the property under contract to settle at a higher price at a predetermined future time. In the meantime the buyer lives and pays a sort of rent which works out to the loan repayment plus a bit more. Then when they settle the buyer purchases it at a price which is hopefully below the market value ensuring it’s easier to get a loan. Be careful with this though, people interested in buying this way have been determined by banks as being a liability for a reason, there are few reasons to ignore that assessment.
2. Running a self managed super fund
Running a self-managed super fund is a great idea if you’re absolutely ready to commit a lot of time and research into investment. A lot of people have lost their valuable nest egg through poor strategies and poorly executed ideas. Plus you can't live in a property owned by your super fund and you can't rent one from it either.
3. Taking bridging loans
It might seem like a no-brainer, taking a temporary interest-only loan on a new property before you’ve sold your old one but you risk defaulting on your loan if you can’t sell your old property.
4. Being a guarantor for a family member
Agreeing to guarantee a loan for a family member could mean the bank chasing you if they default. This might mean losing your house. It’s hard to say no, but a better option might be to pony up some cash so they can afford a bigger deposit or buying the property yourself and transferring it when the payments are more manageable.
5. Cross collateralising
Using multiple properties as collateral for one loan might be tempting but lenders can then reduce your borrowing capacity if they apply their own credit criteria to your income position to assess serviceability.  They could force you to sell your properties to reduce your debts if your property falls in value. You might be better off buying in a joint venture.
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Five investment finance strategies fraught with risk

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It’s just over 12 months since the results of the 2011 census were released and at the time it was impossible to escape news about how old the population was becoming, what areas were popular, what incomes and education levels were making the grade, plus much more. We were all very excited to be reading so much information about, well how can I put this, about ourselves.
Thanks to the ABS, the industry has always had access to a large amount of demographics data, but I think it is great to always stop and ask what’s the consumer’s perspective?
What expectations do consumers have when they consider buying a home regardless of the prevailing economic or social environment? Are we delivering what they are looking for? Is the market excited about our products or is it simply being driven by a desire not to miss out on this or that new development?
There is one subject that I always find myself thinking about is and that point asks: is there enough attention paid to what consumers think, or are the raw numbers and hard facts just given too much importance?
While price, place and time are the three big factors that influence almost all consumers in the housing market, there are endless, more personal, more local and possibly less predictable options to ponder.
Price and value for money, while possibly the most obvious and easy to observe influences, are still open to varied interpretation. From a buyers view there may well be more flexibility than we give credit for, and if we look at many other consumer markets, then we do see that design trends are very fluid very responsive.
Emotion is also a key element and even at the high end of a market an emotional connection with a property can relegate price down the scale of importance. Or is the role of emotion simply over-stated and should the idea of a willing but not over anxious buyer, dealing with a willing but not anxious seller always be the rule?
In most circumstances price is frequently the central concern of most buyers. While we are now well beyond the GFC, I think that in some parts of the market the GFC acted to make buyers much more price focused, much more sensitive to debt and price is now related to being comfortable with how much buyers can afford to borrow. Not having to worry about finance is not common.
 
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Historical data is important and over time almost all real estate improves in price, but at any point in time it needs to be affordable in the context of the economic environment.
If the market is in pain, if prices are seen as falling then buyers will know that. But in either a tough or healthy market it appears that emotion is a factor and buyers will post GFC still be found paying unexpected prices to get a particular property or to be part of a popular new development.
Incomes, interest rates, employment and an entire range of settings all act to influences prices. This applies to any market and like the one we now see in mid-2013, a lack of supply and very low interest rates are a power influences.
Also currently improved incomes from the share market are important, while a general recovery in superannuation returns always makes us all feel a little better, more secure.
However it is true that after price there are many other influences. Today more then ever transport and access to essential facilities make buyers much more selective and as we have been discussing with pocket infill land estates.
Employment is clearly another a big issue, not only the potential access to employment, but the security of employment. Lenders and buyers are both job sensitive and this is fact that may well become more central over the next 12 months and is set to be a driving factor in the NSW market with jobs associated with construction expected to grow at a pace not seen for some years.
But it can also be a combination of issues that are much less complex, much more day-today issues, that influence buyer behaviors and how they experience the marketing benefits of particular developments. Some markets simply take off and others do well but sell at a much slower pace.
Research is always of value and an understanding of demographics a good starting point for a successful development and marketing campaign. But a first hand view of what buyers want and what they are currently looking for is essential; this is a fast paced environment so we need to be up-to-date.
What makes one area more appealing than another can sometime come down to some very simple factors. While some major issues like access to employment, transport, shopping and schools will always be important, at times other less complex factors can provide an incentive for particular buyers to consider one area or development over another.

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Peter Chittenden is managing director for residential of <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.colliers.com.au/Colliers%20Corporate/Residential.aspx">Colliers International.</a>
 
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Look beyond the demographics to find what buyers really want: Peter Chittenden

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A report into the Sydney CBD unit market – focusing on Dawes Point, Haymarket, Millers Point, Sydney and The Rocks – has found that demand for new apartments was strong in the first half of 2013.
Investors and owner occupiers in the postcode 2000 suburbs are opting for one and two bedroom units, leaving sales of existing units subdued.
The Sydney CBD unit sales cycle graph points to steady activity over the 18 months to April 2013 with 385 transactions in the most recent period. This compares with highs of 985 transactions in October 2007 and 1002 transactions in October 2003. New apartments lifted the median price to $692,000 over the six months from October to April.
New apartments selling off-the-plan not included in the data are expected to boost the April 2013 six-month result, with five new projects at various stages adding 383 units to the existing stock.
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The market overview, by researchers PRDnationwide, found the current market is attractive to a mix of local and overseas buyers, with those from overseas often using a 20%-30% deposit and finance of the balance from local financiers.
It found anecdotal evidence of strong demand for one or two-bedroom apartments, allowing buyers to alternate between an investment and owner occupation. Similarly, overseas investors who bought a residential unit for children attending university use it as a conduit to further investment in residential and commercial properties.
The study found residential construction in the 2000 postcode is mainly south of Druitt Street, with the exception of Eliza, a 19-apartment development on Elizabeth Street near Hyde Park. Haymarket has the highest number of units being built, with the Quay, a 240 mixed use development on Quay Street, and the Hing Loong Apartments, a 47 apartment project on the corner of Dixon and Little Hay Streets.
A positive outlook for Sydney is backed by an ‘’accommodative mortgage rate environment’’ – the report says - and improved investment in real estate as other asset classes show low returns or volatility.
March rental data points to little change in rents for the 2000 postcode. The median rent for a one-bedroom apartment of $600 per week represents a 12 month growth of 1.3%. Over the same period the median rent for a two-bedroom unit remains at $800 per week.
The gross rental yield for one-bedroom apartments ranged from 4.5%-6.6% for properties under $1 million, with similar returns for two bedroom apartments. Today’s lending rates allow investors putting down large deposits to recover most of their annual expense from their tenants.
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While rental return is important, investors are usually searching for long-term capital growth. PRDnationwide Research’s resale analysis ascertains the average annual growth achieved by vendors who sold in the April 2013 half year period. It reveals an average appreciation of 3.1% per annum, with an average holding period of 6.5 years. PRDnationwide says moderate capital growth and higher rental yield compared to inner city suburbs outside the city centre is consistent with the traits of CBD investment.
The changes in mortgage demand chart shows a 13% increase in the 12 months to April 2013 in NSW.
The unit price point chart shows the April 2013 price strength with properties selling for at least $1.1 million accounting for 25% of sales, those less than $500,000 at 20% of sales, $500,000-$600,000 at 16% and $600,000-$700,000 at 14%. The upper figure of 25% compares with 22% in 2012.
The Sydney precinct recorded the highest number of units available for sale in the first half of 2013. The Sydney CBD unit days on market table highlights the 30 days or less bracket as the largest for the precinct, suggesting a good turnover of stock. Only 23% of the stock was advertised for a period of 120 days or more, compared with 33% for Haymarket and 50% for units in The Rocks.
The June quarter recorded the highest 12-month increase in the volume of mortgage inquiries since June 2010, with the Veda Consumer Credit Demand Index pointing to a 12 months growth of 13% for New South Wales. The figure reaffirms the market’s strength.
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The businesswomen Roxy Jacenko didn't get to sell her investment cottage, and former home, at 12 Nelson Street, Woollahra following its weekend auction listing.
She wanted $3.5 million, but like so many other prestige auction vendors faced buyer hestitancy.
She decided to list her investment property as she's been looking to purchase a commercial property to house her business, Sweaty Betty PR.
The 329 square metre property – with the two-bedroom, two-bathrooms was bought in 2006 for $2.8 million.
Interior designer Blainey North fitted out the double fronted, one story, residential home which was previously for sale in 2011 with a $3 million price tag.
According to Australian Property Monitors, there were just three sales over $1.9 million at Sydney weekend auction. They included $1.933 million in Willoughby for a renovated property last sold $590,000 in 1998. There was a $2 million sale in Mosman and a $2.3 million sale in Paddington. 
APM recently carried out a study of $2 million plus sales and found the highest proportion of $2 million plus sales were in:
<h3>Strathfield</h3>
<h3>Balmain East</h3>
<h3>Glebe</h3>
<h3>Darlinghurst</h3>
<h3>Birchgrove</h3>
<h3>Cronulla</h3>
<h3>Sylvania Waters</h3>
<h3>Randwick</h3>
<h3>St Ives</h3>
<h3>Wahroonga</h3>
 The APM report released in July found Strathfield's 37 sales reported of more than $2 million was more than the combined tally of Point Piper, Double Bay and Vaucluse.
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Roxy Jacenko stills seeks buyer for Woollahra investment cottage, as prestige buyers baulk

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By all accounts when one reads the news our property markets are apparently booming.
As they say if you want to make a mountain out of a mole – hill just keep adding dirt. It’s very easy to use the boom word just as its very easy to use the word bust. What the vast majority forgets is that real estate is not an exacting science, if it’s such a great time to buy now then why did the markets fail to react from 2008 to 2010 when prices dropped by 30%?
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/hotspots/sydney-s-property-bubble-hysteria-is-unfounded-terry-ryder/2013081964362" title="Sydney’s property bubble hysteria is unfounded ">Sydney’s property bubble hysteria is unfounded </a>where it was correctly pointed out by Terry Ryder that “three years ago BIS Shrapnel, which makes part of its living from mis – forecasting property markets, declared in 2010 that capital city prices would continue to rise strongly. By 2013 Perth would be up 22% and both Sydney and Adelaide would have added 20%. Nothing of the sort happened, of course. Three years on, Perth is up about 7% and Sydney a meagre 4%. Adelaide is still down 3%. These are not statistics that support bubble theories.”
The capital growth rates (average annual growth in median prices over the past ten years) have Mosman at 2.4%, Cremorne at 2.8% and Neutral Bay at 3.5%. Our demographic property markets are performing currently at their highest level in six years albeit with the tightest stock levels not seen before in decades. If you are, for example, looking to buy a house presently in Mosman, Cremorne or Neutral Bay you have a choice of 110 homes, for apartments your choice is 112.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/hotspots/sydney-property-market-is-a-bit-like-the-porridges-of-the-three-bears-in-goldilocks-too-hot-or-too-cold-and-some-just-right/2013081264127" title="Sydney’s property market is a bit like the porridges of the three bears in Goldilocks – too hot or too cold and, for some, just right">Sydney’s property market is a bit like the porridges of the three bears in Goldilocks – too hot or too cold and, for some, just right</a> – I would put our market in the just right category; “Data from Australian Property Monitors shows 40% fewer homes selling in the $4 million to $6 million price range in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2010 when the market was enjoying a fillip.”
The top four suburbs with the highest number of $4 million to $6 million sales in the six months to June 30, 2013:
1. Mosman (19 sales) 22 sales in the 2010 fillip
2. Vaucluse (9 sales) 14 sales in the 2010 fillip
3. Bellevue Hill (6 sales) 15 sales in the 2010 fillip
4. Woollahra (5 sales) 5 sales in the 2010 fillip
All up sales of $4 million to $6 million sales in Sydney, in six months to June 30, 2010: 187 compared to in six months to July 30, 2013: 111.
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The last time the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) moved the cash rate up was back on November 3, 2010 to 4.75%, so it’s little wonder that we are seeing engagement in the property markets given today it sits at 2.50%. 
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/australian-capital-territory/interest-rate-increase-a-risk-for-borrowers-fitch-warning/2013081664269" title="Interest rates increase an eventual risk for borrowers: Fitch warning">Interest rates increase an eventual risk for borrowers: Fitch warning</a> – monthly home repayments will rise 40% if interest rates return to 2008 highs and banks might not be taking this into account when lending. Since October 2011 the RBA has now delivered eight cuts so it’s inevitable that they will start increasing the cash rate – <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/news/rba-tells-banks-dwelling-price-boom-was-its-greatest-fear-robert-gottliebsen/2013082164435" target="_blank">the warning signs already are starting to appear</a>. 
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When I want an accurate gut – feel for our property market I look no further than the available stock levels which still remain in decline. For houses Mosman is averaging a twenty% decline on previous years and to be honest I can’t really see this changing anytime soon.
MOSMAN – 2088
• Number of houses on the market this time 2012 – 99
• Number of houses on the market last week – 85
.Number of houses on the market this week – 84
• Number of apartments on the market this time 2012 – 99
• Number of apartments on the market last week – 59
.Number of apartments on the market this week – 63
CREMORNE – 2090
• Number of houses on the market this time 2012 – 15
• Number of houses on the market last week – 3
.Number of houses on the market this week – 7
• Number of apartments on the market this time 2012 – 18
• Number of apartments on the market last week – 17
.Number of apartments on the market this week – 13
NEUTRAL BAY – 2089
• Number of houses on the market this time 2012 – 17
• Number of houses on the market last week – 11
.Number of houses on the market this week – 13
• Number of apartments on the market this time 2012 – 45
• Number of apartments on the market last week – 30
• Number of apartments on the market this week – 36
Source: Australian Property Monitors
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Robert Simeon is a director of <a style="font-size: 14px;" title="RWM" href="https://www.rwm.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Richardson  Wrench Mosman and Neutral Bay </a>and has been selling residential real estate in Sydney since 1985. He has also been writing real estate blog <a style="font-size: 14px;" title="Virtual Realty News" href="https://www.rwm.com.au/news/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Virtual Realty News</a> since 2000. The RWM real estate model has sold in excess of $1 billion in database sales globally.
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Forget talk of a boom, Sydney's property market is just about right: Robert Simeon

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Recently, I looked at what happens to the housing market in the 12 months leading up to a federal election, this week I take a look at what happens in the 12 months after a federal election.  Once again, we have looked at movement in capital city home values and national house and unit sales over the 12 months following an election.

The housing market is seasonal so the time of year of the election is likely to play some part in the results however, the <a target="_blank" href="/news">12 months worth of data does show the trend in the lead-up to an election.</a>  As you will see later, the position in the market phase and changes to monetary policy may also have a significant impact on the market performance.
The five most recent federal elections have been: 3 October 1998 (Coalition win), 10 November 2001 (Coalition win), 9 October 2004 (Coalition win), 24 November 2007 (Labor win) and 21 August 2010 (hung parliament but Labor take power).
Looking specifically at the change in home values over the 12 months following a federal election you can see that in 1998, 2001 and 2004 home values rose however, following the most recent two elections home values have fallen.  Over the 12 months to July 2013, capital city home values have risen by 4.9% so the market currently has momentum going into the election, but can it be maintained for the 12 months following the election?
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The strongest annual increase in home values following an election was 2001, with values increasing by 16.4% followed by the 1998 election where values rose by 10.7% over the following year.  Over the 12 months following the 2001 election, interest rates increased by 50 basis points whereas following the 1998 election they fell by 25 basis points.  It is also important to remember that between 2001 and 2004 there was a national boom in Australian home values.
In 2004, capital city home values rose by just 1.8% over the following year.  This was the tail-end of the national housing boom and over this time, interest rates rose by 25 basis points.  Following the 2007 election, home values fell by 1.2% over the next year and home values fell by 3.0% over the 12 months following the 2010 election. 
Following the 2007 election, the financial crisis hit, economic growth slowed and interest rates were cut by 150 basis points from 6.75% to 5.25%.  Following the 2010 election in August, interest rates were lifted by 25 basis points over the next year as values fell.
If we look at the change over the year in national home sales, the results are reasonably similar, with volumes falling following three of the past five elections.  The most up-to-date sales information indicates that sales to May 2013 were 19.0% higher and with interest rates moving lower more recently; sales appear likely to pick-up further over the year in the lead-up to the September election, but once again will the momentum carry through the next 12 months?
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The number of home sales was higher in the year following the federal election in 1998 (13.9%) and 2004 (1.7%).  In 2001, sales volumes fell by 4.6% in the year following the election, in 2007 they fell by 27.0% and in 2010 they fell by 5.7% over the year. 
It makes sense given broader economic conditions, that volumes and values fell following the past two elections however, it is a little surprising to see that in the midst of a large real estate market boom in 2001 and 2002 although values rose 16.4% over the 12 months post-election sales activity actually fell.
Over the past five elections, home values and sales increased in 1998 when the Coalition held office for their second term and in 2004 when they took office for their fourth term.  When Labor took office in 2007, values fell by 1.2% over the next year and volumes fell by 27% of course, they also had the financial crisis to deal with at that time.  In 2010 following a hung parliament, values fell 3.0% over the next 12 months and sales volumes declined 5.7%.
How much the trends outlined above can be attributed to an election is debateable however, federal elections and the subsequent following budgets no doubt have an impact on consumer and business confidence. 
It does seem from the past five elections that when there is no change of leadership that the housing market tends to respond better post-election than when there is a change in leadership or hung parliament, notwithstanding the impact of the financial crisis following the 2007 election.
Following the upcoming election it will be interesting to see the housing market’s response. 
Housing affordability, low levels of growth in housing credit and high levels of household saving are no doubt likely to be barriers to a breakout in value growth and a surge in sales volumes.  Not to mention the forecast that the national unemployment rate will reach 6.25% by mid next year which would be its highest level since September 2002.
Despite all these constraints, home values have increased by 4.9% over the past 12 months on the back of the lowest mortgage rates in more than 50 years and rising levels of consumer, but not business confidence.
If Labor holds office do we see a continuation of rising home values and increasing sales? 
If the Coalition takes office do we see even better conditions in the housing market or do we see deterioration in market conditions? 
We simply don’t really know but it will be interesting to see in the wash-up of the election what impact it does have on the housing market.
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Cameron Kusher is senior research analyst at <a href="https://www.myrp.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RP Data</a>.
Photo courtesy of <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/gusveitch/" id="yui_3_7_3_3_1377476609468_888">Angus Veitch</a>/flickr.
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