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Subdividing Brisbane real estate is on the rise as land in the inner city becomes increasingly difficult to find. As a result, many people who own homes on large blocks are looking at subdividing as a way to make some extra money. However, subdividing Brisbane real estate does have a tax implication to be mindful […]

The newly proposed rental reform laws have received a scathing review from the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). The REIQ strongly opposes the Queensland Government’s proposed rental reform laws, claiming they would “significantly damage” the market for Queensland and Brisbane rental properties. What are the proposed reforms that could impact Brisbane rental properties? A […]

Have you ever thought about transferring the title of your property in Brisbane rather than sell it on the open market? It’s not a common occurrence and some people don’t realise it’s an option. Below are four events that we often see a title transfer rather than a sale. Transferring property in Brisbane by gifting […]

Are we finally seeing a resurrection of the Brisbane apartment market? Or at least a light at the end of a tunnel? It seems like we may indeed be. While the apartment construction market is still weak, recent reports are showing that the Brisbane apartment rental market is showing signs of recovery. Rental apartment vacancy […]

As property managers one of our tasks is to assist landlords to maximise the yield of their Brisbane rental property. So we decided to write a quick list of some of our top tips to achieve this. As our property agency manages both commercial and residential Brisbane rental property, we are constantly working on boosting […]

Investing in Brisbane property is a strategy many people will undertake in 2019. Commentators have been applauding the steadiness of Brisbane property in recent months where we have concurrently seen the juggernauts of Australian property take a backwards slide (we’re talking about you Sydney and Melbourne). If buying a property in Brisbane is part of […]

Brisbane is a budget property buyers dream. If you’re looking to buy Brisbane property but don’t want to spend more than $400,000 we’ve got some ideas for you. Some basic stats to reference when looking to buy Brisbane property The below figures are from the March 2019 Real Estate Institute of Queensland’ Market Monitor Report: […]

Brisbane property prices have risen over the past 25 years. And we hope that this will continue over the next 25 years. But what’s the deal with Brisbane property prices in 2018 and what can we expect over the next year or so?   What will Brisbane property prices do? A key difference between 25 […]

Australian and Brisbane real estate – 1993 versus 2018 Over the past 25 years the Australian and Brisbane real estate market has shown some extraordinary changes. There have been five distinct growth cycles during this period which has seen the national median house value grow by 412%! To put this in perspective, the ASX All Ordinaries […]

This article was written with reference to the August 2018 Brisbane Property Market Update Report from CoreLogic. Brisbane property market update Here are some key statistics for the Brisbane property market performance up to 31 July 2018: The Brisbane property market has become one of the best performing capital city markets. However, it’s not because […]

PART 1: Brisbane Residential Sales Market Overall, the house market has generally outperformed the apartment market. The number of properties for sale is also trending upwards. The most expensive suburbs in Brisbane were again Teneriffe, New Farm, and Ascot. While the suburbs that sold the highest volumes were Forest Lake, Bracken Ridge, and Wynnum.   […]

The pros and cons when you downsize your home When you’re considering the move to a smaller property it can be daunting trying to imagine fitting everything you own into a smaller space. But there are definite upsides to downsizing too. Let’s go through some of the different considerations that you may like to add […]

It’s the question on the lips of Brisbane property punters, homeowners and wannabe buyers – What will happen in 2018 and how can we prepare? Below are Blocksidge Real Estate’s tips for Brisbane property punters to get ready for 2018. 1. Be prepared for mortgage rates to rise Financial markets predict the Reserve Bank will lift […]

The 14th Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey (2018) has named the Brisbane housing market among the top 40 least affordable. Commentators are using the survey results to highlight the ‘crisis’ point that Australia has reached. Out of 92 major metropolitan markets Sydney was ranked the second least affordable while Melbourne was ranked the fifth. […]

Like all Brisbane property professionals, investors and enthusiasts we are excited to see what 2018 will bring our fair city. After the ups and down that 2017 brought, we think there’s a good chance 2018 will be a better year.   What did Australian and Brisbane property look like in 2017? 2017 was the year […]

When determining the type and size of your Brisbane investment property is there a rule of thumb to follow to boost your bottom line? While there’s not necessarily an easy answer, there are indicators that can determine what size property will suit your investment strategy. Determining the size of your future investment property can be […]

In August 2017 Roy Moran Research found that 8% of Australian homeowners and 10.3% of Queensland homeowners possibly have an outstanding mortgage balance which was almost equal to or greater than the value of their home. Simply put, this means that 345,000 of Australian homeowners have little to no equity in their home.   What does […]

Did you know that combined, the total value of homes across Australia has now reached $7.2 trillion!! Property values in Australia are driven by factors such as population growth, job creation, demographics, infrastructure projects, new residential supply, as well as the proximity of amenities such as shops, transport and schools. The most recent data from […]

Australians have long had a love affair with investing in property. We see it as a reliable investment opportunity to grow our money. However, although real estate has made some of us wealthier, it has also stung a few of us. So it’s important to always approach a real estate purchase with as much care […]

The results of a 2015 survey by finder.com.au found that the majority of Australians are concerned with the walkability of the suburb in which they choose to live. A walkable neighbourhood must have easily accessible shops, public transport, schools, work places and be near the CBD. This type of neighbourhood is highly advantageous for our health, the […]