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25.01.2022 Domain reports an 85% preliminary auction clearance rate for Canberra. This extends our run of having the strongest capital city results nationally. These results are reflective of an email exchange I had this week with someone in the industry working within a different organisation. They were finding from the developer side the market is price sensitive, however sales velocity can be maintained providing a measured approach is taken to increasing prices across the balance of... stock. Looking at auction results it appears there is strong demand across all price points, however like in the off-plan market vendors need to take a measured approach to pricing. Current market dynamics are amplifying results of those putting in the work.

25.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects are exclusive agents for a diverse portfolio of apartments and townhouses. Visit an open this weekend or contact me directly on 0406 226 428 to find out how you can own an off-plan property.

25.01.2022 A bit of competition never hurt, but it’s getting harder to maintain balance between the two. So far in 2020-21 Financial Year I’ve exchanged 15 sales plus instructed another 13 sales for a total of 28 transactions. Now it looks like I’ve fallen a couple of sales behind, have you thought of buying off-plan? Seriously though, the last year has been tirelessly invested laying strong foundations building capacity for Blackshaw Projects to service a significant pipeline of exclusively listed, high quality new developments. Our volume + speed strategy has exceeded pre-sale targets across Canberra and created many new opportunities. I’m very excited to see what the next year holds as experienced resources further add to Blackshaw Projects organisational capabilities.

24.01.2022 This weeks guest on Canberra Property Podcast is Dimitri Livas. Dimitri Livas is a Construction Specialist and Entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Savil Group, a commercial construction company where he specialises in Fixing Broken Buildings. Dimitri is an expert in Construction Repair, Restoration, Conservation and Remediation and provides credible content, fresh insights and first-hand commentary and live presentations on Specialist Construction Issues. With Dimitri at the Helm..., Savil and the team now focus their extensive expertise and experience on Fixing Broken Buildings and Creating Healthy Buildings. Specialties: Fixing Broken Buildings, Creating Healthy Buildings, Commercial Construction, Speaker. https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=722399

23.01.2022 Canberra records the strongest preliminary capital city auction clearance rate nationally. Higher auction volumes have made no impact on our clearance rate. After months of exceptionally strong clearance rates driven by robust buyer demand, it was interesting to see SQM Research find a decrease in the number of listings having spent 30+ days on market. This indicates properties failing to sell each week are transacting post auction. The auction process appears to be an effect...ive method to help ambitious vendors understand the value of their asset. Just under $38,971,100 in sales is a great result. Someone may have quite literally bought their new home with just a $100 bid. Sources: Domain SQM Research

23.01.2022 Astute property investors are confidently expanding their portfolios in Canberra. In my experience they have their sights set on well located off-plan apartments and townhouses and are seeking to lock in prices now, securing low cost market exposure. Throughout 2020 Canberra has demonstrated (yet again) incredible resilience to adverse market forces. ... Link to read more; https://www.afr.com//cba-ceo-comyn-says-property-investors

23.01.2022 This morning my Canberra Weekly Facebook Live was filmed at the Fresco display suite. I answer some of the common questions asked by people considering buying off plan and share some market insights from Blackshaw Projects portfolio of development stock.

23.01.2022 In a sign Canberra’s property market is not invincible, on Saturday 21 November Domain reported Canberra recorded a 73% preliminary auction clearance rate. Just under three-quarters of properties selling under auction conditions in most markets would be a fantastic result, however, after months of strong results in Canberra it looks a little disappointing. Could this be an early sign of growth in values slowing? Not likely. Link to read in full; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/auction-cleara/

23.01.2022 With 12 days remaining before Christmas, if you're considering purchasing a property and hoping to receive the $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant, time is running out! ...The Residences is HomeBuilder eligible, purchasers need to unconditionally exchange prior to 31 December 2020, and meet the government requirements. Visit our display, open now to see floor plans, inclusions (including a full kitchen), and pricing. Open: 10am - 11am 12 and 13 Dec Visit: 219 Northbourne Ave, Turner (Ground floor Mantra Macarthur) To arrange an inspection outside the open, contact Sam Dodimead on 0406 226 428.

23.01.2022 It’s been really rewarding to see how being disciplined, understanding the market and aggressively pursuing opportunities has delivered significant results. Over the last 18 months Robert Peaker and I have managed to amass over 98% of Blackshaw Projects exclusively listed stock and deliver 99% of sales volume. Contributions by Luke Dent & Ryan Thomas have seen our results exponentially increase and provide a significant contribution to sales volume across the entire network.

23.01.2022 This week we caught up with Nathan Dunn of Belle Property Retail Canberra. Nathan talks about; - How he got started in property... - His career progression - Responsibilities as a Principal - Poor outcomes open agency agreements create - Unlocking value in commercial property It's a great discussion we hope you enjoy. We love hearing from listeners. To get in contact email; [email protected] https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=744424

23.01.2022 Molonglo Falls smashes another record! Blackshaw Projects have just exchanged contracts on Apartment 7 for $799,900. Zapari Group took our feedback on board and redesigned the ground floor in response to market demand. We found buyers were seeking large residences with expansive courtyards. Zapari acted immediately to meet the market and have been rewarded by another record breaking sale. ... Well done team!

21.01.2022 Valo has secured Certificate of Occupancy! Purchasers will be contacted tomorrow to book pre-settlement inspections for next week.

21.01.2022 Hot off the press Canberra’s median property value overtakes Melbourne. I explained why it would on 8 August 2020 in my Canberra Weekly column. Canberra property values record the highest percentage of annual growth.... Canberra’s property values deliver the greatest total return. Source: CoreLogic Australia Link to column; https://canberraweekly.com.au/canberra-over-melbourne-week/

21.01.2022 Allhomes recently featured The Residences in Turner. Here are some quotes from me describing the project. It’s the final stage of HTI Group’s awarded Midtown precinct in Turner, says agent Sam Dodimead of Blackshaw Projects. The larger floor plans capitalise on a northerly aspect with unparalleled light-filled living and there are terrific views across Turner, O’Connor and towards Black Mountain from the higher floors.... Compared to other developments on the market, The Residences boasts larger, wider floor plans with lots of storage and big double-glazed windows, Dodimead says. Link to read full article; https://www.allhomes.com.au//cbr-new-development-coming-/

21.01.2022 Window of opportunity rapidly closing to secure your HomeBuilder Grant. Those purchasing a new property seeking to secure $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant may not realise in a practical sense they're is significantly less time to make a decision than first thought. Allowing for potential delays there are only 32 days left to issue paperwork and exchange contracts without risk of an unexpected delay causing you to miss out. Link to read more; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/window-closing/

21.01.2022 Molonglo Falls offers expansive three bedroom apartments with abundant outdoor space. To find out more, text your Name & Molonglo Falls to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

21.01.2022 Housing affordability in the Australian Capital Territory improved over the September quarter with the proportion of income required to meet home loan repayments decreasing to 22.0%, a decrease of 0.7 percentage points over the quarter but an increase of 0.3 percentage points compared to the corresponding quarter 2019. These figures are only months prior to Canberra’s median property price overtaking Melbourne. An incredible illustration of the underlying unrealized potential in Canberra’s property market. Source: REIA

20.01.2022 Market momentum carries into November with a solid 79% preliminary auction clearance rate. Each Sunday we’ve been achieving strong sales results for large off-plan townhouses. Buyers have been fatigued by lack of stock and competition for established properties and have seen value being able to secure a low maintenance lifestyle.

19.01.2022 Time is running out to secure your $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant. Blackshaw Projects has a range of high quality off-plan apartments and townhouses meeting the eligibility requirements. To find out more visit an open for inspection or text your Name and Projects to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

19.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects has a portfolio of high quality projects across Canberra. If you’re looking for a new home or investment make sure you pop into a display. Alternatively text the project and your name to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

19.01.2022 The Residences Turner display suite offers prospective purchasers an immersive experience to see, touch and feel the quality they'll soon own. No stone has been left unturned by offering a visually impressive illuminated scale model, colour boards, living areas, floor plans and full size kitchen. See for yourself this weekend.... Open: Saturday & Sunday from 10am - 11am. Address: 219 Northbourne Avenue, Turner (Ground floor of Mantra MacArthur)

19.01.2022 This week I discuss; - Stock volumes - Auction clearance rates - 2020 Budget

19.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects has instructed the final sale at Valo. As construction has progressed enabling prospective purchasers to see the architectural vision of Oztal Architects they have made very confident decisions to own.

19.01.2022 Canberra unit values are increasing. The difference between increases to both house and unit values during August was negligible. Canberra also recorded the second strongest increases to all dwelling values nationally during the last 12 months.

19.01.2022 Hunting Unicorns Usually I'd share a link to my Canberra Weekly column however my tongue in cheek piece ended up heavily edited. For those with a sense of humour here's the original. People who have ever looked for a property to lease or buy may remember the honeymoon phase filled with hope of initially finding the perfect one. It would be located within an ideal suburb, have every feature on the check list and be within budget. Once found, negotiating terms would be nothin...Continue reading

19.01.2022 Canberra has asserted itself as the strongest property market nationally. Those promoting fear mongering propaganda in April now have (mostly) moderate or even positive views on Canberra's property market. Dominating headlines at the time was a report by Commonwealth Bank forecasting property values would fall by 10% over the following 6 months. Low borrowing costs, lower than expected initial unemployment followed by strong employment growth and high average household income...s saw property values increase after CBA's report was released. It's author recently updated their forecast expecting property values to increase by 3.1% by the end of December 2021 and Canberra to outperform national markets. This forecast expects current growth rates to slow, which in light of current conditions seems unlikely. Link to read more; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/canberra-asser/

19.01.2022 The market has a misconception believing they have until 31 December to exchange contracts. While this is not factually incorrect, it fails to account for Christmas holidays starting from 24 December and conveyancing timeframes to exchange contracts currently exceeding three weeks (at best) and often taking over a month. I recently heard the conveyancing process eloquently described as a ‘disaster’ by a very charismatic developer who identified timeframes to exchange contract...s had more than doubled in the last few months. Lowering of HomeBuilder Grant payments ratchets up pressure to act now. Robust demand across the market saw Canberra property values increase by 1.9% during November, according to CoreLogic’s Monthly Home Values Index. Our median property value of $672,866 now exceeds Melbourne’s at $672,172, as explained why it would in this column on 8 August. Delaying decisions has quickly become an expensive exercise. Link to read my Canberra Weekly column in full; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/homebuilder-sc/

18.01.2022 In my Canberra Weekly column this week; - Preliminary clearance rates indicate values accelerating - Low interest rates turbo charging Canberra property values... - Mainstream media backflipping on their doomsday rhetoric Link to read; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/buyers-pay-the/

18.01.2022 October market Chat Time. This edition of Chat Time covers; - Auction clearance rate... - Stock on market - interesting trends - Market activity across Blackshaw Projects stock - Core Logic October data - Market Summary https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=752991

18.01.2022 A typical landlord in Canberra who let his or her property would have seen a 12.5 per cent return if the rents over the year are added in with the rise in value of the property itself. Link to read more; https://www.canberratimes.com.au//property-prices-rose-i/

18.01.2022 Norrebro Watson display home live tour. Open 11:45am - 12:45pm today & tomorrow (November 21 & 22).

17.01.2022 The Residences Property of the Week - which is $25,000 Home Builder Grant eligible, but to receive the grant you'll have to be quick! *T & C's and government el...igibility criteria apply. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1 car priced from $550,000. A cleverly designed kitchen provides plenty of bench and storage space over looking the open plan living and dining, out to the balcony and the views beyond. The master bedroom has a walk through robe and ensuite with glazing to soak in the northern aspect. A second bedroom with built in robe and main bathroom with laundry complete the internal offering. A large, 12m2 north facing balcony provides the perfect place to start and end your day. For more information or to arrange an appointment, contact Sam Dodimead on 0406 226 428. Open: 10am - 11am Dec 19 and 20 Visit: 219 Northbourne Avenue, Turner (Ground floor Mantra Macarthur)

17.01.2022 This weeks guest on Canberra Property Podcast is Sonja McAuliffe of Archertec Interiors. Sonja talks about; - How she got into interior design... - Professional experience - Why it’s can be harder to work with clients who aren’t conscious of costs - Interior design trends to keep an eye on - The project she is most proud of Background; Sonja started her interior design career in 1989 working in varied roles within the building and design industry. In 1999 Sonja started her own interior design business called Archertec Interiors. For over 20 years she has managed the business leading her design team to complete many successful and award winning projects from commercial interior design and workplace design to multi-unit residential developments, hospitality, retail fit-outs and high end residential design. Between 2014 -15 Sonja joined Cox Architecture to take on a business development and design management role within the interiors team. As an Interiors Lead and design professional in the industry Sonja was responsible for overseeing and mentoring the interiors team as well as maintaining and building strong relationships with the clientele of Cox Architecture. Sonja has won multiple industry design awards from industry organisations such as HIA, MBA and APPA since 2002. In 2007 Sonja was awarded a Fellowship with the Design Institute of Australia and in 2009 won Professional Consultant of the Year at the Master Builders & Boral Awards. https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=746946

16.01.2022 Increasing team members contributions to sales performance was our biggest success in October. Listings sold includes all sales exchanged however exchanges is my personal contribution. This financial year I have had more listings sell and have individually made more sales than any other agent or team within the Blackshaw network. Most importantly for our clients across my portfolio of projects a net gain in sales values was secured. To assist with replenishing our pipeline of stock I’m actively seeking opportunities to launch between Feb - April 2021. If you’d like to know more about how our bespoke sales and marketing solution unlocks value for our clients contact me directly on 0406 226 428.

16.01.2022 CoreLogic Australia reports Canberra is the highest performing capital city property market over the last 12 months. In that time, Canberra recorded the highest increases in values for all dwellings (6.76%) and houses (7.31%), Canberra also recorded the second highest increase in values for units (4.79%). Some buyers seem to be disillusioned, believing they have time to delay their decision and expect to still qualify for the $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant when purchasing a new p...roperty. Unit values increased in September and October by 1.1% and 0.73% respectively. Combined with previous results, this is an annualised growth rate for units of 10.98%. This leaves a precarious position for buyers who meet the means testing for the HomeBuilder scheme as it would be unlikely many, if any would have the capacity to save post-tax dollars at the same or similar rate to that of increasing values. By not committing to a property purchase in November, purchasers are creating high risk that contracts fail to exchange in time to secure their grant. There far too many moving parts in a property transaction to leave things to the last minute.

16.01.2022 In Canberra Weekly this week I write about how the economic firepower deployed by Governments to stimulate the economy has pushed Canberra's property market to decouple itself from the challenges faced by other capital cities nationally. Link; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/canberra-in-a-/

16.01.2022 Enjoy conveniences of a concierge service plus many private amenities able to be booked for exclusive use. Own your new lifestyle with just $1 and pay the balance of 5% in Feb 2021. To find out more text your Name and Molonglo Falls to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

16.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects has exceeded the pre-sale target at Acacia, Throsby. Construction works will commence within two weeks.

15.01.2022 Demand rises at Molonglo Falls! Located in the rapidly expanding Molonglo Valley, Molonglo Falls is setting the standard for those looking to buy an apartment in Canberra. Blackshaw Projects first sale in the building was record breaking at $600,000, followed in quick succession by another sale at $602,000 and a third, a four-bedroom penthouse for $780,000. I saw Molonglo Falls as great value for money in terms of what we are getting in location, size, amenity and to top it ...off an amazing looking building, this property ticked all the boxes, says the buyer. Read more: http://ow.ly/vNXW50BVLbZ

15.01.2022 Beautiful day to open the display home at Fresco. Our last two open homes saw deposits placed on two townhomes with a combined sales value of $1,729,800. Open from 10:30am - 11:30am.... Visit: 115 Mortimer Lewis Dr, Greenway See more

14.01.2022 Canberra heads toward an undersupplied housing market. According to ABS new dwelling approvals data new dwelling supply into Canberra’s housing market has been moderating over the last 24 months. Dec 17 Nov 18 - 7,051 new dwellings approved. 1,372 houses & 5,679 units. ... Dec 18 Nov 19 - 4,493 new dwellings approved. 1,177 houses & 3,316 units. Dec 19 Nov 20 - 5,013 new dwellings approved. 1,140 houses & 3,873 units. The number of houses approved has been steadily declining thus decreasing short term supply. Those requiring properties immediately face a very competitive market for established properties and exceptionally tight rental market with 0.9% vacancy rate according to SQM Research. 7051 dwellings approved between Dec 17 Nov 18 are now mostly completed and have failed to increase supply enough to cause rental vacancy rates to increase. Long delivery timeframes of 18 36 months for multi-unit stock makes it difficult to rapidly increase supply. This risks creating a critical undersupply of new housing once overseas migration recommences.

13.01.2022 I anticipate Canberra’s property market in 2021 will provide incredible conditions offering the greatest opportunities to participants with the capabilities to take advantage of them. Government efforts to stimulate the economy, including lowering interest rates, have unlocked an enormous amount of extra borrowing capacity for Canberrans and placed upward pressure on property values. Link to read more; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/strong-auction/

13.01.2022 In my Canberra Weekly column this week; Purchasers face a conundrum of determining value in a market which is accelerating away from them. Waiting just one month to eventually purchase at the median value would require paying an extra $8,117.30 for a house or $3,375.28 for a unit based on figures for October. Domain data showed the average auction clearance rate in October exceeded 80%. Agents have regularly been reporting sale prices exceeding reserves by significant margins.... Even vendors with ambitious expectations are finding buyers, although post auction negotiations may be required. HomeBuilder Grant value; Saving post-tax dollars would take many singles earning up to $125,000 and couples earning up to $200,000 per annum a significant amount of time to save the equivalent to $25,000, even longer once compounding property value growth is accounted for, therefore increasing the importance of acting quickly to secure government incentives and getting a foothold into the property market Link to read in full; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/canberras-prop/

13.01.2022 Sales velocity matters. Project marketing is a game of relentlessly consistent activity rather than hitting individual home runs out of the park. Fortunately, 2020 turned out to be a fantastic year me. The numbers below are my individual sales results since 1 July 2020. I transacted the highest volume of properties within Blackshaw Real Estate by a considerable margin. ... Maintaining an average of 4 sales per week without a full time EA is the result of being disciplined and organised. In 2021 new infrastructure and resources will free up an enormous amount of my time to focus on what I enjoy most. Investing in developing our team plus listing and selling off-plan projects.

13.01.2022 See your new home from the comfort of your existing one. To find out more text your Name and The Residences to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

12.01.2022 Breaking down real estate jargon.

12.01.2022 Domain reports 82% preliminary auction clearance rate for Canberra. You'd need to look closely to spot differences between results yesterday and August 1st. The total sales value was $316,000 higher and the median sale price $48,000 lower than August 1st.... Interestingly, the average sale price was $10,193.55 higher yesterday. More data supportive of positive market conditions in Canberra.

11.01.2022 Our guest this week is Damon Smith of Geocon. Damon is responsible for Canberra’s largest construction operation, with more than $400 million in construction works across multiple sites. He has extensive experience in major residential and commercial developments enabling him to successfully manage the balance of millions of dollars in machinery, operations and materials of Geocon’s large-scale projects each day.... Republic is one of 13 projects currently under Damon’s authority, and in 2013 alone, Damon’s team poured more than 22 Olympic swimming pools of concrete, shifted 380,000 tonnes of dirt, and laid 720km of electrical cabling over more than 210,000-man hours. https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=736800

11.01.2022 Canberra Property Podcast recently caught up with Joe from Wainwright Facades. Below is some background on Joe. After 10 years of experience working in cladding in England, Joe decided to create a timber cladding company that brings the knowledge and experience of the innovative European systems to Australia in 2014. Wainwright Facades specialises in the installation of ‘design flexible’ pre-fabricated timber cladding panels, manufactured by our partner company, Wellington A...rchitectural. As well as having a number of environmental advantages to other finishes, our timber panels are available in a wide range of styles, textures and finish options that can be tailored to any building. Always eager to take on a new venture, Joe isn't one to shy away from a challenge. He is highly motivated, approachable and takes great pride in his work by ensuring each project is completed with great attention to detail. https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=771567

11.01.2022 The Residences are one of the only truly north-facing apartment offerings along Northbourne Avenue and the final installment of the centrally located, award winning Mid/Town precinct in Turner. The Residences comprises 90 apartments with a choice from spacious one, two and three bedroom floor plans. Each carefully planned to maximise natural light. Blackshaw Projects are launching the sales campaign for The Residences on Thursday September 24 at 5:30pm. This will be the fir...st opportunity to view floor plans, pricing and internal finishes. For further information and to RSVP your attendance email [email protected] or contact me directly on 0406 226 428.

11.01.2022 Looking for a new home or investment? Blackshaw Projects has a range of exciting apartment and townhouse developments across Canberra. Our displays are open Saturday & Sunday this weekend. Make sure when you pop in you tell the agent Sam sent you

10.01.2022 The units plan for Valo has registered. Purchasers have received a quick email from me letting them know and will soon be notified via their their solicitor to arrange their settlement date. Valo exemplifies Blackshaw Projects capabilities to launch, pre-sell and sell out prior to completion. ... Congratulations to all involved.

10.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects outperforms CoreLogic's Home Property Value Index. Robust demand for quality multi-unit stock has seen values increase by greater margins than reported in CoreLogic's Home Property Value Index. According to their results Canberra units increased in value by 4.09% during 2020. Below is a table of sales results for exact floor plans. Sales prices are as per exchanged contracts and not an appraised value. Had I included plan types without direct comparison sal...es the appraised margins would be far greater than shown below. This is because of extraordinary market demand for unique offerings, evidenced by three suburb record breaking apartment sales at Molonglo Falls. Buyers seeking to own off-plan apartments and townhouses can see how during 2020 the market favoured projects delivered by developers with reputations for delivering high quality projects. These buyers paid 5% deposits and did nothing for 6 - 12 months. Longer term exposure to the market holding quality assets has historically proven to deliver superior returns. The table demonstrates how Blackshaw Projects proactively manage and capitalise on opportunities to secure uplift in realisation for our developer clients.

10.01.2022 Molonglo Falls display suite live tour. Open 12pm - 3pm today & tomorrow (21 & 22 November). To arrange an inspection outside of these times text your Name & Molonglo Falls to 0406 226 428

10.01.2022 Residential property on track to deliver exceptional returns Monthly Home Value Index figures reported by CoreLogic showed increases to values of both units and houses. Collective growth in September, October and November reflected values of units increased by 2.5% and houses 3.5%. These rates annualised show residential property in Canberra is on track to deliver exceptional returns to owners. Link to read more; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/residential-pr/

10.01.2022 On Canberra Property Podcast Nathan Dunn and I talk about what happened in Commercial and Residential Property throughout 2020. We discuss; How the year started Impacts from Covid-19 Winners and losers from how the year played out... What they're looking for in 2021 https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=775222

10.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects’ portfolio of high quality off-plan apartment and townhouse developments outperformed CoreLogic’s Home Property Value Index in 2020. Robust demand has driven significant sales volume within this part of the market. Investors and live in owners are confidently making decisions fearing the market is leaving them behind. Our sales results show decision delay in this part of the market has proven very costly.

10.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects are exclusive agents for a selection of high quality, medium density developments across Canberra. If you're seeking to secure a $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant look no further than Acacia, Throsby and Nørrebro Watson which are both eligible. Text your name and the project you're interested in to 0406 226 428 for appointments outside of open times.

10.01.2022 September was a great month for Blackshaw Real Estate’s organisational sales performance. I personally contributed; - 23 sales - 26 listings sold... A significant amount of business was carried forwards into October setting the platform for a huge finish to 2020. Watch this space!

09.01.2022 Recently I’ve noticed a greater number of people leaving comments on social media ads sharing their thoughts on planning outcomes and affordability. In a disproportionately high number of instances it seems those challenged by density have strong views about how their children or grandchildren will be able to afford to enter the market. The irony hasn’t gone unnoticed. This week in Canberra Weekly I explain the value and some of unexpected solutions which can achieved by hi...gher density solutions. Link to read; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/the-deal-with-/

09.01.2022 The pandemic barely registered as a blip on the ACT's housing market shored up by its large cohort of people employed by the federal public service with prices up 6.9 per cent over the 11 months to November and ANZ predicting a further 8 per cent gain in 2021. Further federal government spending is likely to boost demand for housing from lobbyists, consultants and contractors seeking to tap that expenditure. Link to article; https://www.afr.com//housing-markets-predicted-to-have-a-b

09.01.2022 Projects listing activity on Allhomes has been a little lumpy over the last month. Developers haven't yet started accelerating stock to market in hope of capitalising on increased buyer demand created by the HomeBuilder Scheme. In the last couple of weeks a large project in Denman Prospect combined with several projects re-launching with new sales teams have made a large contribution to overall projects listing activity.... My activity has deliberately been lowered as A/B testing marketing efforts is completed. Results will tangibly demonstrate value unlocked from a number of strategies deployed to generate additional leads and sales for my developer clients.

09.01.2022 Thank you Allhomes for contacting me to comment. Sam Dodimead of Blackshaw Projects said should Canberra’s population reach its anticipated growth projection, homes would see an uplift in prices. If you look at Canberra’s dispersed satellite town centres, each of those town centres have two or three premium neighbouring suburbs that people aspire to live in and that puts more pressure on dwelling values in those areas, he said.... Planning processes in Canberra are a bit difficult. It could take two to three years to get supply to the market so it will be difficult to scale up new developments, if there is an increase to the population it will take a little while to reach that number of homes in a single year.

09.01.2022 Setting out to achieve 300 transactions back in June seemed like a monumental task. Even after a slower couple of weeks with deal flow we've been able to stay in front of weekly transactions required. The biggest change driving exponential expansion of our sales volume has been other Blackshaw Real Estate team members taking an interest in selling off-plan. This has increased sales velocity delivering strong results across the portfolio of exclusively listed projects. It ...wouldn't surprise me to see a changing of the guard internally as those selling projects, rather than those selling established listings deliver the highest sales results. Mathematically this makes sense as there is far more airspace which can be subdivided and sold then there are established properties likely to transact annually. Watch this space...

09.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects has delivered great results this year. From July 1st we’ve maintained considerable sales velocity attributable to securing multiple high profile exclusive listings and increasing the number of team members selling off-plan. We’re investing to create more opportunities for our developer clients and are actively seeking new projects to launch from March - June 2021. To discuss further contact me direct on 0406 226 428.

08.01.2022 There is still plenty of time for property transactions in 2020. Our capacity to help people own off-plan properties will secure opportunities for our clients during a time when most of the market switches off.

07.01.2022 Nick has had a long and successful career in the media industry. Beginning at The Canberra Times culminating with his current suite of media brands under the Newstate Media group. Nick talks about the business of publishing, the differences between a mass audience and targeted digital audiences and the benefits for advertisers. https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=765979

07.01.2022 It’s great to see Blackshaw Projects sales velocity has given HTI Group confidence to accelerate development of Norrebro Watson. Block B offers floor plans which haven’t been available for sometime. They have flexible spaces suitable for additional parking or dual courtyards ideal for those with pets.

07.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects had a huge finish to 2020. Our team sold a diverse range of stock across Canberra which included separate title land rent house and land packages, boutique and large sale townhouse precincts and some of Canberra's most exciting apartment buildings. Milestones achieved during 2020;... - Breaking the record for the highest apartment sale in Coombs several times. - Selling out Valo prior to completion. - Exceeding pre-sale requirements for all projects launched. - 45 exchanged sales in December. - Securing key resources and implementing critical infrastructure to increase volume significantly in 2021. Thank you to our clients, project consultants and team members who contributed towards making these results possible.

07.01.2022 Meet yours truly by appointment only. Tomorrow afternoon I’ll be at Molonglo Falls helping qualified buyers own their first home, next home or high performing investment. To book an appointment text your Name and Act Now to 0406 226 428 and I will contact you.

07.01.2022 Great article by Allhomes explaining exceptional affordability Canberra apartments and townhouses (units) offer. Canberra unit owners face the biggest hurdle in upgrading, with an 83 per cent difference in the median price of apartments and houses the largest in the nation. In the September quarter, the nation’s capital had a median house price of $817,810 and unit median of $447,143 a massive $370,667 difference.... Link to read more; https://www.allhomes.com.au//canberra-hobart-and-sydney-/

07.01.2022 Blackshaw Projects made another significant contribution to network sales results selling 25 off-plan properties in October. This takes us to 51 sales in the last two months! Our robust sales performance is achieved by only working with sophisticated developers who deliver exceptional quality projects. Senior resources are applied to each project to exhaustively capture potential opportunities and ensure consistent customer experience. Well done to Luke Dent, Ryan Thomas & Robert Peaker.

06.01.2022 In my Canberra Weekly column I write about hearing prospective purchasers either expect property values to decline and are wishfully waiting on the sidelines, or perceive potential future growth and are actively making decisions to buy now. Buyers waiting out the market often quote reading values would fall by 20-30%. The media relentlessly spread fear into the market earlier this year however have been very slow to share positive news. One analyst who in April reported pro...perty values could fall by up to 30% now has far more moderate position. Especially when it comes to trends toward flexible work places and attraction to regional areas, which would benefit Canberra. Link to read; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/canberra-value/

06.01.2022 Molonglo Falls is rapidly shattering apartment price records across the valley. Blackshaw Projects have already instructed a number of sales at significantly greater prices than this one. Congratulations to Zapari Group and the excited purchaser.

05.01.2022 Editorial deadlines can be a challenging part of writing my Canberra Weekly column. Often because new data will become available within hours of submission. Market conditions in Canberra are so blindingly obvious you'd need to have your head buried in the sand to ignore them. In the time since writing;... CoreLogic Australia released data showing Canberra house and unit values both increased during August. Interestingly at nearly the same rate. Real Estate Institute of Australia released their housing affordability report which found Canberra continues to have the second most affordable market nationally. Rental affordability declined, however the proportion of family income required to meet median rent is far lower than in most other jurisdictions. Link to read more; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/blinded-by-the/

05.01.2022 Domain auction results show Canberra records the highest preliminary auction clearance rate of the capital cities nationally. A shortage of quality listings is failing to meet buyer demand, leading to strong results across all price points. Evidenced by a $950,000 median this week and exceeding $1,000,000 two weeks ago.

05.01.2022 Frames go up at Acacia, Throsby. Acacia is made up of two separate projects, each with nine free standing townhomes. Large wrap around courtyards and option to have your main bedroom and ensuite on the ground floor has seen robust demand from live in owners resulting in only a single opportunity remaining in Block 18. Acacia is another example of Blackshaw Projects rapidly exceeding pre-sale requirements to enable construction commencement.

04.01.2022 Balancing ambition to exceed audacious goals with being process driven and methodical sometimes feels like living in two worlds. On one hand it's creativity the other repetition. This financial year project marketing efforts of Blackshaw Projects include; - 40 sales instructed totalling a gross sales value of $22,310,600... - 23 sales exchanged totalling a gross sales value of $13,318,400 September looks like being a massive month!

04.01.2022 Federal Government extends HomeBuilder Scheme but drops grant to $15,000. For those looking to take advantage of the current scheme their window of opportunity is rapidly closing. It’s taking over three weeks in most instances to exchange contracts plus there’s Christmas Holidays to allow for commencing on December 24. Buyers realistically have only days, not weeks to find the right property and have paperwork issued in order to have enough time to exchange this year. Link to read; https://www.abc.net.au//homebuilder-program-exte/12931684

04.01.2022 Our team at Blackshaw Projects is on track to exceed what seemed like an enormous goal of 300 off-plan sales during 2020-21 Financial Year. It's been a collective effort maintaining sales velocity to close out this year. Well done Luke Dent, Ryan Thomas & Robert Peaker.

04.01.2022 Cam Chris of rawpro shares his insights into why vendors should consider video marketing to sell their property.

03.01.2022 Canberra records 91% preliminary auction clearance rate. Up 22% on this time last year. Median sale price has been an early indicator of where the market has started to determine the future trajectory of values. Clearing $39,266,500 in stock was another solid result. ... Source: Domain

03.01.2022 Don’t miss out on your $25,000 HomeBuilder Grant. One, two & three bedroom apartments at Molonglo Falls can access a range of stunning resident amenities. To find out more, text your Name and Molonglo Falls to 0406 226 428 and an agent will contact you.

03.01.2022 Sales volume gives Zapari confidence to start preparing for construction to commence at Molonglo Falls.

03.01.2022 Weekly Facebook Live Series with Sam Dodimead - Episode 10 This week's episode: State of the market

02.01.2022 The second half of 2020 will be reflected upon as the best market conditions I've experienced. Even better there's still time left and our team isn't done yet! Success has helped Blackshaw Real Estate become an attraction agency for skilled project marketing professionals seeking a working environment with high deal flow per sales person. We've increased our organisational capabilities by investing in resources and infrastructure and are now seeking to increase our pipeline of high calibre, exclusively listed projects. Ideally launch window would be between March and June however there is flexibility for the right opportunities. Contact me direct to discuss further.

01.01.2022 Blackshaw Real Estate had 100 Transactions exchange in September across the group. Look at the images closely to see a few projects which may look familiar

01.01.2022 ANZ updates it’s property forecasts and expects Canberra property values to increase 8% next year. Link to read more; https://www.afr.com//anz-scraps-its-too-pessimistic-house-

01.01.2022 Domain reports Canberra records an 81% preliminary auction clearance rate. Sales volume was the highest recorded during October achieving $40,322,048. Persistently low stock volumes remain heading into the final selling period of 2020. Buyers who had been seeking separate title homes below $1,000,000 are quickly noticing significant competition. I am finding opening new townhouses each Sunday generates interest from buyers who have become disinterested with auctions and have amended their purchasing criteria to focus on off-plan properties close to completion.

01.01.2022 Valo in Coombs has SOLD OUT! 17 townhomes are unconditionally exchanged. Key performance indicators;... - 100% unconditionally exchanged prior to settlements being called - Sales values reflect some of the highest $/m2 rates achieved for townhomes in Coombs - Project launch timing required pre-sales to be generated during peak media propaganda promoting significant declines to property values Thank you to all involved.

01.01.2022 Should development applications be solely assessed on merit to encourage innovation? It's easy to get low quality design outcomes approved by working within a prescriptive planning framework. When developers strive to deliver ambitious design outcomes community objections can unfairly focus on height and scale. New development tends to evoke strong responses from the community. Looking at media articles posted on the internet promoting upcoming community consultations, it be...comes evident some people either do not want to, or are unwilling to, participate in change. This causes a potentially adversarial dilemma where property developers seek to achieve highest and best use for their sites and the community seeks to moderate their approval outcomes. Link to read; https://www.canberraweeklyrealestate.com.au/new-developmen/