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The Sydney property market is tipped to remain hot, with 12 of the top 20 suburbs based on price growth located in the harbour city, new research has found.

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According to Select Residential Property Research Group (SRP), these markets could see their median house prices rise by between $100,000 and $200,000 in 2020 alone.

SRP director of research Jeremy Sheppard noted: “It was not surprising six of the top 10 were locations with median house prices under $1 million, given the increasing importance of housing affordability for buyers.”

The analysis found that the number one location for forecast median house price growth in 2020 is St Leonards, Launceston in Tasmania.

Its median house price is tipped to increase by 7.5 per cent this year, partially because of strong demand versus supply.

The suburb currently has a median house price of just $269,000.

“While it’s only located about 10 minutes from the centre of Launceston, St Leonards offers a mix of residential and semi-rural homes, with an affordable price tag to boot,” Mr Sheppard said.

The second-best location for forecast growth over the year is Bangor in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney.

While scoring the same percentage growth forecast, at 7.5 per cent, the suburb was pipped at the post for the top spot due to a slightly inferior demand to supply ratio.

A case in point was the Canberra-Queanbeyan suburb of Crestwood, which came in at number three with forecast annual median house price growth of 7.3 per cent, he said.

“Crestwood is located within an easy commute of Canberra. However, its median house price is significantly more affordable than our nation’s capital,” Mr Sheppard said.

Number four for forecast median house price growth is Birkenhead in Adelaide, where median house prices are tipped to grow by about 7.3 per cent over the period.

Rounding out the top five is Heathcote in Sydney, about 36 kilometres south of the city, which has forecast median house price growth of 7.1 per cent over the year. 

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An Australian retailer has been slammed by a consumer watchdog for allegedly misleading consumers about the “was/now” price comparisons it was providing on its website.

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Outdoor Supacentre Pty Ltd – trading as 4WD Supacentre – has paid $63,000 in penalties after being issued with five infringement notices.

According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), between December 2018 and January 2019, 4WD Supacentre advertised some of its highest-selling products with a high “was” price and a low “now” price, despite the products not being advertised or sold by the retailer at the “was” price at any time during the previous three months.

“4WD Supacentre advertised a camp oven with a ‘was’ price of $279 and a ‘now’ price of $84, representing an apparent saving of $195. In fact, the camp oven had not been advertised at a price higher than $104 for the three-month period beforehand,” a statement said.

Mick Keogh, acting chair of the ACCC, said the watchdog was “very concerned that this was misleading consumers into thinking they could achieve significant savings with 4WD Supacentre, when this was not necessarily the case”.

“Businesses must tell the truth when advertising ‘discounted’ prices and must not fabricate increased savings,” Mr Keogh explained.

“All businesses should ensure they provide consumers with accurate price information, enabling informed choices by consumers based on potential savings and an even playing field for competing businesses which are doing the right thing.”

The consumer watchdog indicated it had also accepted a court-enforceable undertaking in which 4WD Supacentre committed to not engage in similar conduct.

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The S&P/ASX 200 ended Thursday’s trading period 47 points higher, growing by 0.7 per cent before closing at 7041.8.

Anthony Doyle, cross-asset specialist at Fidelity International, believes that while there isn’t much difference between the ASX 200 at 6,995 and 7,005, crossing the 7,000 point barrier could trigger emotional investors.

“Behavioural economists will tell you that big, round numbers (like 7,000) can have a large influence on investor emotion and behaviour,” Mr Doyle said.

“I have seen academic research which shows that market-wide attention-grabbing events can lead investors to sell equities as they perceive that the level of the equity market is high.” 

“And at an individual portfolio level, it can result in investors selling high-performing equities, while holding on to underperforming companies as they hope to recoup some losses.” 

“As a result, we often see a few lacklustre trading sessions in the days following attention-grabbing events,” Mr Doyle said. 

Deakin University associate professor of finance Victor Fang reiterated Mr Doyle’s thoughts, noting investors shouldn’t panic.

“Hang in there and resist panic selling based on short-term fear and overreaction to global events,” the professor said. 

“The Australian sharemarket has started the year strongly and is up around 5 per cent in January, despite a backdrop of domestic risk and international tension,” he said.

Does the new record matter?

Mr Doyle said breaking the record both matters in the very short term and has no impact in the long term.

“While conditions remain constructive for the Australian equity market, it’s certainly not without risk,” Mr Doyle noted.

However, the investor believes the rise of populism can be a threat to global growth as nations look inward instead of outward.

“Populist policies like protectionism (trade wars), anti-immigration and government intervention are all anti-growth in nature and are likely to continue to put downward pressure on the already sluggish 1 to 2 percent economic growth range in most developed economies,” Mr Doyle said.

Despite global concerns, domestically, Mr Doyle is bullish on Australian assets. 

“We are still positive on the Australian equity market this year. We’re in the unusual position of having tailwinds from both monetary and fiscal policy.” 

“Having pretty much used up all monetary policy ammunition, governments are now being asked to step up with fiscal policy to help economies break free of this very low-growth world.” 

“This will likely come via significant infrastructure development, which should be good news as low interest rates combined with fiscal stimulus is normally a positive environment for equity returns,” the fund manager concluded.

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Amidst a polarised political landscape, fears for the environment have dominated the top five global risks facing our world as perceived by a number of the world’s experts and decision-makers.

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The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2020 has forecasted a year of increased domestic and international divisions in the midst of an economic slowdown.

It indicated that geopolitical turbulence is propelling us towards an “unsettled” unilateral world of great power rivalries at a time when business and government leaders must focus urgently on working together to tackle shared risks.

The report compiled data and analysis from a survey of more than 750 global experts and decision-makers who were asked by the World Economic Forum to rank their biggest concerns in terms of both likelihood and impact.

In the shorter term, 78 per cent of respondents indicated they expect “economic confrontations” and “domestic political polarisation” to rise in the year ahead.

According to the World Economic Forum, this would prove catastrophic – particularly for urgent challenges such as the climate crisis, biodiversity loss and record species decline – and it was noted by respondents, who catapulted environmental issues to the top in a list of the top five global risks in terms of likelihood.

The World Economic Forum noted that it’s the first time that decision-makers and experts have listed their top five global risks as all environmental.

The top five risks – by likelihood – over the next 10 years are:

1. Extreme weather events (floods, storms etc) – with major damage to property, infrastructure and loss of human life

2. Failure of climate-change mitigation and adaptation by governments and businesses

3. Human-made environmental damage and disasters – inclusive of environmental crimes such as oil spills and radioactive contamination

4. Major biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapses, whether terrestrial or marine – with these leading to irreversible consequences for humankind and industry as a result of severely depleted resources

5. Major natural disasters – such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and geomagnetic storms

A list of the top five risks – by severity of impact – was also compiled:

1. Failure of climate change mitigation and adaptation

2. Weapons of mass destruction

3. Major biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse

4. Extreme weather events

5. Water crises

Commenting on the findings, World Economic Forum president Borge Brende observed a context where “the political landscape is polarised, sea levels are rising and climate fires are burning”.

He considered 2020 to be the year where “world leaders must work with all sectors of society to repair and reinvigorate our systems of cooperation, not just for short-term benefit but for tackling our deep-rooted risks”.

The report was undertaken in partnership with Marsh & McLennan, with the insights group’s chairman acknowledging “there is mounting pressure on companies from investors, regulators, customers and employees to demonstrate their resilience to rising climate volatility”.

“High-profile events, like recent wildfires in Australia and California, are adding pressure on companies to take action on climate risk at a time when they also face greater geopolitical and cyber risk challenges,” he added.

The report pointed to a need for policymakers to match targets for protecting the earth with ones for boosting economies.

It also called out to companies to avoid the risks of potentially disastrous future losses by adjusting to science-based targets.

The report comes as the world’s largest fund manager has announced its exit from thermal coal investments as it looks towards sustainability as standard. 

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Choosing an ideal investment property can be tough – what are some of the most important factors to consider when making what is usually a major, long-term investment?

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Prisca Edwards, the group director of sales at Crown Group, has outlined six features she says are relevant considerations for any property investor.

1. Location

“Always location,” according to Ms Edwards.

“A good developer will have done the due diligence to locate the best sites where there is demand for new homes and new infrastructure,” she outlined.

Train stations, shopping centres, libraries and recreation centres will all add to the appeal of the property.

2. Reputable developers and builders

There’s been a lot of talk recently about the prevalence of defects in Australian apartment buildings, with one estimate suggesting Australians have spent more than $10 billion on reparations to dodgy work in the last decade alone. 

From Ms Edwards’ perspective, a reputable developer and builder with a strong track record of high-quality developments over several decades is ideal.

“Look for those who have many recognised projects with a great reputation and awards for design and construction,” she offered, noting that properties with high quality design, construction, fixtures and finishes will be far more appealing to renters and owners.

They’ll also benefit from better capital growth and good resale value.

3. Potential for leasing and future capital growth

The properties that perform best over time n terms of leasing potential and future capital growth “tend to be close to a city centre or a hub where there is excellent transport, respected universities and schools, good medical facilities, convenient shopping centres, an airport and lifestyle attractions”.

4. Close to universities

Not dissimilar to the third point, Ms Edwards highlighted that Australia is highly attractive to foreign buyers – in particular for the prevalence of quality higher education.

With more than 690,000 international students studying in Australia, the sales director considers buying in university areas “a good idea because there is strong demand for property there from overseas buyers”.

This will provide room for capital growth and good rental returns.

5. Infrastructure development

Growth areas are always a good factor to consider, Ms Edwards said, noting plenty of infrastructure development as currently taking place in “key” capital cities.

She noted several examples – including $87 billion worth in Sydney spread across a new international airport and Parramatta’s metro rail connections, Brisbane’s $55 billion bonanza that includes the Queens Wharf mega-tourism and a $100 billion boost for Melbourne.

6. Architecture and shared facilities

Last but not least, the director considered that “developments with inspiring, timeless architecture and shared facilities create a really attractive lifestyle and sense of community and connectivity”.

She said these features are increasingly sought after by buyers who are seeing it as long-term value adding.

As a bonus, “such developments also offer a level of convenience at a reduced cost to residents who would otherwise have to travel to get to their gym, pool or local café every day.”

“Their lifestyle is on their doorstep, with their neighbours,” Ms Edwards commented.

“It adds great value,” she concluded.

 

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Mozo property expert Steven Jovcevski believes the good times will continue in 2020 as the market regains its losses from the previous years.

“2020 will be a predominantly positive year for the Australia property market, which will be a relief to home owners and investors alike who endured a tough 2019,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Spurred on by government initiatives in 2019, Mr Jovcevski reminded investors that these policies will help markets recover from previous falls.

“RBA cuts typically take 18 months to impact the property market, and federal market factors such as the 7 per cent benchmark for serviceability being scrapped and the investor interest-only loan cap being abolished will also greatly aid market recovery.” 

“Interest rates between home owners and investors are expected to narrow, which will drive property value growth across the board,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Mr Jovcevski believes most capital cities are set to enjoy a growth in value, with the exception of Darwin.

Sydney – property market increase of 12-14 per cent

Australia’s most expensive capital city is tipped to widen its gap at the top of the market, with Mozo tipping it to be the strongest performer in 2020. 

The Sydney market is carrying strong momentum from the end of the year, which saw growth of 2.7 per cent in the month of November, with Mr Jovcevski believing this momentum will continue into the new year.

“While 12-14 per cent growth may seem like a bold growth estimate, Sydney experienced a drop of 15 per cent over the past few years, so there is a recovery element to the sizeable growth predicted,” Mr Jovcevski said. 

Melbourne – property market increase of 10-12 per cent

Having a more accessible price tag to Sydney, Melbourne has a healthy balance of first home buyers and investors, according to Mr Jovcevski.

The market is tipped to have a few factors in its favour to encourage investment from first home buyers, including the removal of stamp duty pending property values as well as the rollout of the national property scheme.

“In the next year, it is predicted to grow in value by 10-12 per cent. The top end of Melbourne is now performing particularly well, with Eastern Melbourne increasing by 8 per cent in property value in November,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Canberra – property market increase of 6-7 per cent

The nation’s capital is tipped to continue strong growth, with the influx of government employees continuing to stimulate the local property market.

Vacancies in Canberra remain at 1 per cent, allowing for strong yield and strong fundamentals for potential investors.

“In 2019, the capital city was one of the best performers, rising by 2.9 per cent, despite most other major metropolitan areas taking a dramatic drop in value. With a median property value of $700,000, it remains an affordable and stable option for investors,” Mr Jovcevski stated.

Brisbane – property market increase of 4-5 per cent

Houses in Brisbane continue to show signs of growth, increasing by 0.94 per cent in November. However, apartment prices are continuing to lag as oversupply pushed prices down by 0.31 per cent for the month of November.

In 2019, Brisbane experienced a flat year with a 0.52 per cent. However, November saw a 0.83 per cent growth, which indicates things are picking up. Brisbane property within a 5-10 km radius of the CBD are outperforming the rest of the capital.

“Market growth is predicted in 2020 as both first home buyers and investors look to purchase in Brisbane after feeling locked out of more expensive parts of Australia,” Mr Jovcevski explained.

Adelaide – property market increase of 3-4 per cent

Adelaide is a stable, slow and steady market for property investors following losses of 0.46 per cent drop last year, meaning the market remains essentially flat.

With vacancy rates lower than Canberra at 0.8 per cent, investors looking to cash in some of their returns from the east coast might be looking inland, according to Mozo.

“Adelaide property prices make for a much more affordable investment. While it’s been a slow year for the wine region, things will certainly pick up in 2020,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Hobart – property increase of 3-4 per cent

Australia’s southern capital has been a staple for savvy investors who have cashed in on the unprecedented growth over the last five years.

While Hobart boasts the lowest vacancy rates in the country at 0.5 per cent, the rent-to-income ratios remain tight, as Hobart is one of the most expensive cities in Australia to rent right now.

“For this reason, it remains doubtful that prices will significantly rise, but the city will enjoy slow and steady growth,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Perth – property increase of 3-4 per cent

In the nation’s west, Perth has seen the flows of economic activities, which has seen Perth rise to the richest city in Australia, only to have property values halve over the next decade.

Things are looking to pick up in the western seaboard capital as reduced vacancy will tempt investors back into an already affordable housing market.

“November saw a minute increase of 0.36 per cent, and it’s predicted property value will build momentum in the new year,” Mr Jovcevski said.

Darwin – property market decrease of 6 per cent

Property owners in the north have seen significant falls in property values with a further reduction of 10.87 per cent in the last 12 months.

An oversupply of apartments means rental yields remain low, with value falling by 7.72 per cent for the month of November, while houses dropped by 1.83 per cent.

“A much needed boost in population is unexpected as the resources sector that underpins the local economy continues to struggle, Mr Jovcevski concluded. 

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