housing affordability
231 results tagged housing affordability:
New incentives for first-home buyers
Falling interest rates, changes to first-home owner grants, and new incentives are making it easier for people to get a foothold on the property ladder.
Sydney property recovery is far from over
The growth in Sydney house prices has become a national talking point. So, recovery or boom? Which way is the market heading?
Don’t pay too much to get into property market
With house and unit prices rising, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, investors need to be wary not to pay over the odds to get into the property market.
What should be done about foreign investment?
I'm not against foreign investment but what I don't agree with is the current policy where 100% of a new apartment block can be sold to non-residents.
How to find cash flow-positive property
Cash flow-positive property investments are not easy to find but some are being generated by the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS).
First-time buyers get a boost
Grants and bonuses can ease the burden on first-time buyers, says Pam Walkley.
When new infrastructure impacts house prices
An example of the upward effect of new road, rail and health facilities is the extension of Sydney's inner west light rail from Lilyfield to Dulwich Hill.
How to avoid over-capitalising
To avoid over-capitalising, do your homework before you renovate or extend.
Investing in affordable housing
Investors would normally be wary of putting their money into "affordable housing", but National Rental Affordability Scheme may make you reconsider.
Hot spots for home owners and investors
Do you want to know where house prices are expected to double in 10 years? We reveal the next hot spots.
