International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis

ISSN: 1753-8270

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Editorial objectives

Published quarterly, International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis provides an international forum for the interchange of information and ideas relating to housing, housing markets and the interaction thereof. International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis aims to provide an holistic view of housing through its coverage of varied and diverse aspects of the housing industry including, amongst others, finance, demography, valuation and planning.

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Editorial criteria

Articles which detail practice and methodology in international housing markets (including Europe,USA, Asia, Australia, Africa and other countries) will be actively encouraged. The journal will publish:

Peer-reviewed papers illustrating the latest research, trends and developments in the housing field
Case studies detailing examples of best practice, and solutions to everyday problems
Law reports assessing and discussing new legislation

Unique attributes

International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis focuses on the interface between academic research and practical application by disseminating new research findings alongside articles related to everyday professional practice. Overall the papers provide a unique contribution to understanding international housing markets from both a detailed and broader perspective.

Topicality

Housing markets are in a constant state of change and up-to-date research is required to identify, monitor and adjust to these changes. The global nature of property markets has accelerated this change, which in turn has widespread implications for industry and practitioners. The journal seeks to remain relevant with cutting edge research relating to all aspects of housing markets, ensuring coverage of issues that are topical and current to the readership.

Key benefits

The journal is published under the guidance of a broad international board and presents fully refereed papers on practice and methodology in the field. Emphasis is placed on being widely regarded as essential reading for industry practitioners as well as academic researchers, through authoritative content and internationally respected contributors.

Key journal audiences

Academics and practitioners in all areas of the property and housing industry
Town planners, valuers and appraisers
Architects, demographers and geographers
Government decision makers
Property developers

Coverage

housing market analysis including broader aggregate markets using a large-scale approach
examining individual houses including price, design and cost factors
depreciation and obsolescence factors affecting housing
high density housing, especially inner-city and upmarket trends
social housing considerations and influences
GIS (geographic information systems) and the use of mapping programs to understand housing trends
demographics and the relationship with housing e.g. unemployment rates
trends in low cost housing including viable alternatives
housing affordability including the option of renting vs. buying
the effect of financial factors (e.g. interest rates) on housing markets
valuing housing markets and individual houses
first-time buyers or first home owners entering the housing market
the effect of government decisions on housing
undertaking mass appraisals and advances in technology
taxation of housing such as for council rating purposes
emerging housing markets such as third world countries and developing nations
conversion and modification of houses e.g. to embrace sustainability
the relationship between the environment and housing
planning aspects and the integration of housing into the urban environment.