With NRAS round 5 being withdrawn as a result of the budget last year, we’ve been quickly selling the remaining round 4 stock, not expecting there to be any new releases.

We’ve been quickly surprised by our NSW portfolio with two new projects in the last 2 weeks, and a third anticipated next week. Located in Auburn and Parramatta, these NRAS apartments are yielding over 7.6% and 8.6% respectively.

These are sure to move quickly, so contact us today to secure yours and start your due diligence.

Andrew

0411 332 644

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The Department of Social Services has released the new NRAS incentive figures for 2014-15. As such, we’ve updated our cash-flow projections on our database to reflect this. With the incentive at this level, and NRAS round 5 being advised against by government audit, now may be the last opportunity to get an NRAS investment property.

The NRAS Incentive is indexed according to movements in the Rents component of the Housing Group Consumer Price Index for the year, December quarter to December quarter as at 1 March, using the weighted average rate of eight capital cities housing component, and is effective from 1 May.

Rents Component — Weighted average of eight capital cities — 3.0% increase in 2014-15

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Property Observer puts forward why that hasn’t changed.

Brisbane was a moderate performer in 2013 (as were most of our cities, contrary to the media image of a national boom), only sparking to life with a return to price growth late in the year.

This happened on the back of increases in sales volumes. Brisbane ended the year with many suburbs and precincts rising on a pattern of increased market activity, pointing to price rises in 2014.

One precinct has been tipped as the one most likely to lead Brisbane’s price growth revival in 2014: the northern suburbs of the Brisbane City Council area. The Brisbane City Council covers a major chunk of the metro area and there are only five LGAs governing the entire area of Greater Brisbane. And it’s the northern suburbs of the Brisbane LGA that have stood up as the market leader as 2014 rolls on.

The northern suburbs of the Brisbane City Council LGA tend to be middle market areas, with median house prices between $450,000 and $600,000. This is an area with good transport links, including the Gateway Motorway and rail links from central Brisbane through this precinct to the Sunshine Coast.

There are plenty of employment nodes, with hospitals, schools and government departments playing a large role. The region includes both Brisbane International Airport and the Port of Brisbane, near which is clustered the Australia TradeCoast commercial-industrial precinct. There are major shopping complexes, including Westfield Chermside, Aspley Hypermarket and Toombul Shopping Centre. Brisbane Northside also has the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

Residential property demand is strong throughout this precinct, with vacancies in most suburbs below 2.5%. There is a growing unit market in many suburbs – Nundah in the past 12 months had 112 house sales and 225 unit sales (median price $380,000), while Chermside had 103 house sales and 149 unit sales (median price $387,000).

Contact us today to discuss investment options in the Northern Suburbs of Brisbane.

info@nraspropertyaustralia.com.au  or  0411 332 644

You can read the full article on Property Observer.

Posted: 15 April 2014

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We’ve just exclusively received 2 near-complete NRAS townhouses in North Brisbane. Priced from $376,000 these 3 bedroom townhouses are ideal for those looking to start the new financial year with a great investment.

For further details, please contact us quickly as these are sure to sell fast.

m: 0411 332 644

e: info@nraspropertyaustralia.com.au

w: www.NRASPropertyAustralia.com.au

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Having the largest national stocklist of NRAS properties means we’re constantly asking about what’s coming next. So far, it’s not looking good. We have heard from multiple developers, all who engage with government at differing levels, that Round 5 NRAS allocations are on an indefinite ‘hold‘, and in some cases ‘under audit‘. If you impartially consider why this may be the case, you can see the underlying factors that may drive the release date back considerably, or cancel the final round of NRAS allocations.

Considering NRAS alongside economic principles and models, you can see that it is a nationally focused economic stimulus package, similar to the First Home Owner programs (FHOG etc.) : An investor is supported in their purchase of a new residential investment property, which stimulates the construction industry, bolstering the residential market, and encourages growth within the property sector on a national level. NRAS was released during the GFC (the same period when the FHOG received a boost), when the government required a nation-wide strategy to strengthen the Australian economy.

NRAS has achieved it’s strategic goal of bolstering the property market during a downturn

So considering the reasoning behind the NRAS program and our current economic/political environment, you have to ask whether round 5 will be released at all:

• The national impact of the GFC has lessened since 2008,
• The residential property market is showing strong signs of growth,
• A similar stimulus package (FHOG boost) has been withdrawn; and
• The Federal Government is actively looking for budget cuts (NRAS round 5 requires nearly $2b over 10 years).

Overall, the NRAS program’s driver has been minimised (GFC), its goals have been achieved (market growth), and its sister program has been cancelled (FHOG Boost), so rather than when to release it? the question now becomes why release it?

With all this uncertainty regarding future releases, the one thing that we’re advising investors is that the current portfolio has got NRAS allocations, but we can’t guarantee anything beyond that. With our current rate of sales, we anticipate round 4 allocations will be all sold by May/June.

Contact us today to discuss how to secure your round 4 NRAS property and take advantage of the Tax-Free benefits for investors ($120,000+ over 10 years).

Published on: Mar 3, 2014

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The Brisbane apartment market is thriving with the number of new unit sales reaching an 11 year high! This is an extremely positive sign for the market.

Figures have just confirmed that 2013 sales were double those of 2012, with the largest volume of unconditional sales being in the recent December quarter. As Brisbane is just entering it’s upward cycle, the past 12 months of improved sales sets the runway for record-breaking sales in this and next quarter.

The off-the-plan apartment market has been strengthening and growing sales give weight to recent predictions that Brisbane is now the place to buy to take advantage of 2014 and future years growth.

With substantial price differences currently between Brisbane and Sydney or Melbourne unit prices, as demand for Brisbane properties continue to increase, so will the prices.

Contact us for up-to-date listings of available Brisbane NRAS properties and take advantage of the Tax-Free incentives ($120,000+ over 10 years) currently on offer.

The full article was initially posted on RPM online.

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This is an exclusive release of a unique village style, master community development with 72 brand-new 2-storey townhouses of 3 spacious bedrooms, set in lush landscaped surroundings. And we only have one left!!

Surrounded by prestigious suburbs and houses, these homes are ultimately located with public transport right outside the complex and the prominent medical & shopping centre just around the corner. Only one is available for NRAS entitlement, you must hurry as these prestigious designer homes are all sold.

Representing great value for money, these indulgent townhomes are due for completion in April 2014, are the smart choice for the astute property owners or investors alike.

Contact us today to discuss how this NRAS property would suit your investment strategy:

e: info@NRASPropertyAustralia.com.au

m: +61 (0) 411 332 644

Published on: Feb 12, 2014

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A Seven news segment on the massive growth is here.

The region is now being supplemented by powerful new economic catalysts. It’s population currently numbers 320,000 an increase of 7,000 new residents annually since 2006.
New investment is pouring in with 3 major projects:

• $4 Billion Maroochydore ‘Primary Activity Centre’ designated by the QLD government, including a $47 Million transport interchange, entertainment centre, 65,000sqm new retail floor space and 150,000sqm commercial space

• $3 Billion Sunshine Coast University Hospital Precinct

• $419 Million Upgrade of the Sunshine Coast Airport

We have options for apartments, townhouses, houses and dual-NRAS ($20,350pa in grants) in a number of locations to leverage off the infrastructure develompent, with prices starting from a low $355,000. Act now to take advantage of the upcoming growth within the area and the positive cash-flow thanks to the NRAS tax-free incentive.

Contact us today to discuss what property suits your strategy:

e: info@NRASPropertyAustralia.com.au

m: +61 (0) 411 332 644

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Positive results have been reported across Australia to the highest level since the Property Council/ANZ Property Industry Confidence Survey began in 2011, with Queensland as the knock-out.

The state also has the highest expectation of economic growth in the nation over the coming year.

Analysts have said the results show the Australian property sector is “preparing to break the shackles of post-global financial crisis conservatism” and construction projects are leading the way to future prosperity.”This is more than a bounce due to political events; this is Australia’s largest industry powering back up after a long period of consolidation.” (Peter Verwer, Property Council of Australia)

Read the full article from The Australian

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This morning we received some new NRAS apartments that are sure to sell very quickly; 1 bedroom apartments in inner-city Melbourne. Melbourne CBD stock is always hard to find, but these Southbank and South Yarra just popped up on us from one of our southern developers. With only a couple of NRAS allocations left in each of the developments, and prices starting from $410,000 they are a great investment.

Contact us ASAP to discuss

+61 (0) 411 332 644

Published on: Jan 15, 2014

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