There is much written about the faltering Victorian property market and whilst som
e predict the market will remain lack lustre and even experience further declines in the year ahead it is not all doom and gloom when it comes to Melbourne’s property market. Whilst wider concerns over job security in the manufacturing sector and sluggish consumer spending are weighing on the market as a whole, clearance rates show that some suburbs are clearly fairing well in a soft market.
Blog: Victoria
May 11, 2012
Clearance rates show there is still strong appetite in the Melbourne property market
April 20, 2012
Victoria Market Update
With the first set of median price results for 2012 now released, it is clear that property 
prices have remained flat over the quarter, and the year. Clearance rates however indicate that some areas in Melbourne are not following the trend, with several suburbs well and truly exceeding the states 62% average.
April 18, 2012
Subdivision of property: is it a worthwhile venture?
A key trend that has emerged in recent years is that of subdividing land, especially in 
certain areas of Victoria. Many are wondering whether this is actually worthwhile, and whether demand exists for subdivided properties. Furthermore, those more serious about sub-dividing grapple and try and weigh up the pros and cons of sub-dividing, this article aims to answer some of these burning questions.
Polls
If the RBA lowered interest rates, would this give you confidence to enter the property market?
- Maybe (56%, 24 Votes)
- Yes (28%, 12 Votes)
- No (16%, 7 Votes)
Total Voters: 43
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May 15, 2012
Victorian State Budget: Improved Assistance for all First Home Buyers
With the recent announcement of the Victorian State Budget, many home buyers are
anxious as to how they will be affected. The Victorian Government seems to have taken notice of the sluggish property market, and as a result has changed the way in which they will be assisting first home buyers, so that more people benefit.
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