Before you invest in properties it is always wise to examine the market for trends, but also to look beyond just the property market and consider larger social and economic factors that can influence property value.

Smart investors remember that the best rental returns and strongest capital growth areas aren’t necessarily in the place where you would choose to live. That is why it is important to make sure you develop a strategy that suits your budget and goals, and then conduct research to find the right property to invest in to meet your criteria.

In Sydney, experts see potential for the property market to improve in 2013; however it may be an uneven affair across the city and its suburbs. Some suburbs are displaying value and looking positive for 2013, while other suburbs seem likely to remain flat or stagnant.

The best suburbs for investors looking for solid capital growth and strong rental returns appear to be in the west of Sydney, due in part to the continued population growth and immigrants flocking to the area as a result of large government initiatives in employment land rezoning. For more information on property investment strategies, check out Silverhall’s range of free informative ebooks, or contact them on 1300 662 143.