Here at realestate4ransom we are always on the lookout for cutting edge new reports on the true state of the land and property markets. Don't pay attention to what our lobby groups say (there's only 14 of them here in Melbourne), that's just spin for the politicians so we can get more tax breaks and handouts.
Some of the best latest reports are linked below.
Transforming Australian Cities - 2009
City of Melbourne report finds that appropriate zoning along public transport corridors would result in housing for 500,000 people. Wonder how much of that land is sitting empty?
Housing Shortage in Inner City a Myth - 2008
The 2008 I Want to Live Here report has found a 7% genuine vacancy rate in the inner city as compared to the much publicised 0.9% vacancy rate. 2,317 properties have been found empty in central Melbourne during Australia’s worst ever housing crisis.
Advertised vacancy rates tiny in comparison to genuine vacancy rates in Melbourne's West - 2007
Amongst the flurry of reports that land supply is driving the housing affordability crisis, this report finds room in just one ward of the Maribyrnong Council jurisdiction for 1000 extra people.
Unlocking the Riches of Oz - 2006
Community generated wealth captured in speculative profits reaches a trillion a year. That's a $35,000 for every man, woman and child per anum to property speculators - awesome!
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