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Nichole Lewis: Townhouses are a bad investment

New builds and townhouses alike have become the best option for first home buyers looking to get into the market.

Townhouses offer a lower-cost alternative to standalone homes without having to fully commit to apartment living, and new builds often mean low-deposit loans and easier access for first home buyers.

Problem is, the boom of new build townhouses is quickly slowing down - they're no longer classed as new builds, thus no longer as easy of a first option.

It's not just a problem for potential buyers - it also means that those looking to sell the townhouses they purchased new a few…

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