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Bye-bye big city…The trends driving people into the suburbs and beyond

Many attribute the growing number of Australians leaving our capital cities and inner suburbs for outer suburbs and regional Australia to the COVID19 pandemic. However, the reality is that this is a long-evolving trend.

Whilst there is no doubting the role that COVID19 and the resulting lockdowns in our cities and the rise of our new remote working reality have perhaps accelerated these trends, the pattern was established long before the word ‘coronavirus’ entered the public conscience.

Standing Out: What To Look Out For In A Crowded Apartment Market

As the population of major metropolitan areas continues to grow, the demand for apartments does. This has led to an increase in new developments and increased competition amongst landlords to fill their units. To ensure that your investment in an apartment will hold its value over time, it is essential to be aware of what sets newer developments apart from the older buildings in the area.