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Making sound property investment decisions when
purchasing a home during a housing boom tends to
be relatively straightforward - most regions, price
bands and housing categories typically register healthy
price increases when economic activity is brisk, new
employment opportunities are plentiful and household
finances are improving.
However, during an economic downturn or financial
shock, the housing market comes under pressure -
activity levels decline and house price inflation slows.
Dr Andrew Golding
Chief Executive
It is nonetheless still possible to make sound property
investment decisions in this environment because
- even as the overall housing market slows - the
divergent performances of various metros, as well as
shifting demographic trends and individuals lifestyle
choices, ensure that there will still be sections of the
housing market that continue to flourish.
Identifying these opportunities requires an
understanding of the prevailing housing market
conditions. We trust that the latest issue of The Study
provides homeowners and potential buyers with a
greater insight into current trends in the local housing
market.