| | Dear Property Observer reader, | | Forecasting how different areas may perform is exciting, however it’s not simple. Observer Pete Wargent points to where even the RBA’s economists aren’t certain, and his own thoughts for 2014’s outlook. A former director of now defunct property developer Ocean Key Holdings Limited, was found guilty of stealing in excess of $820,000. Guilty on 20 counts, he faces up to 10 years maximum imprisonment for each. Selling ahead of its auction, Willowbank, this Bellevue Hill trophy home, achieved more than $11 million, having initially been marketed with hopes of $9 million plus. The stunning Georgian home is jam-packed with charm.  Australian property is costly compared to much of the world’s real estate. Here we look at the basement-priced homes that were snapped up for the nominal amount of $1, or currency equivalent, across the globe. In an Australian first, electronic signboards are now going to be seen advertising Sydney properties. They’re in their trial period and expected to roll out more widely next year. Do you think they help vendors sell? These Boutique Regatta Apartments have seen 40% in sales. They are located in Rivervale, and have very modern open-plan styles, as seen in the artist impressions.  Ipswich is an area picking up, but investors may have missed some of the growth if they didn’t buy in earlier. We bring you this latest suburb spotlight. Recent ABS data has found that sizes of Australian homes are trending lower, however on a state level the results are a little more revealing, explains observer Cameron Kusher. If you’re looking at new developments, Property Observer has recently launched an ‘investor showcase’ with photos and details of current listings. As always, you can email me: jduke@propertyobserver.com.au You may also want to forward today's newsletter to a friend. For all this and more, visit our homepage – Jennifer Duke, editor | | | |  | New developments Nicola Trotman The boutique development of only 22 apartments comprises of a range of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments across five levels. | | | | | | Trends Flavio Menezes Australia’s lack of competitiveness, and its impact on investment and business confidence, is not only a result of the high Australian dollar caused by the mining boom, but is also to some degree self-imposed. | |  | | RESIDENTIAL Darren Moffatt Strata is already notorious for conflict amongst residents, but this proposal could take disputes to dangerous new highs. | |  | | | | | | | Trophy home listings and sales | | | | | | |  | | Trophy Home The Carpenters Lane property has been scheduled for December 7 auction with $950,000 plus hopes. | | | | | | | | |
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