Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 23 Nov 2018
Is Christmas a good time to buy and sell properties?
The period between Christmas and New Year is often considered a ‘downtime’ for the real estate market, but some experts believe that there are unique investment...
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Hotspots • 23 Nov 2018
New build-to-rent development launches in Sydney
A new build-to-rent housing model is being launched in Sydney that integrates app technology with lifestyle offerings.
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Hotspots • 22 Nov 2018
New Victorian supply set to cool over next four years
Residential building activity in Victoria is predicted to decline through to 2021 after seeing five years of overall growth.
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Hotspots • 22 Nov 2018
Affordability figures released for key markets
Fresh data has unearthed that despite dwelling values being 3.5 per cent off their peak, housing has not become any more or less affordable. 
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Hotspots • 21 Nov 2018
Bargains set to hit the market in wake of royal commission
New research has determined two-thirds of property experts believe the current banking royal commission will bring down property prices through even tighter lending...
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Hotspots • 21 Nov 2018
Global giant buoyed by Aussie property prices
An organisation representing 189 countries has analysed the Australian market, finding that softening prices are a necessary and welcome move for the broader...
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Hotspots • 21 Nov 2018
Land banking: Tips from a property investor
After purchasing properties under the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS), investor Redom Syed decided to start delving into long-term development projects in...
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Hotspots • 20 Nov 2018
'Bagging a bargain' easier in December, investors told
Investors looking to boost their portfolio should consider the buying and yield opportunities in the market during December, according to one property educator.
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Hotspots • 20 Nov 2018
Major bank reveals predictions for property market in 2019
One of the big four banks has released its price predictions for the year ahead, on the basis of patterns and data from buyers in 2018.
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Hotspots • 20 Nov 2018
'Problematic' Sydney, Melbourne focus holds back investors
Property investors often gravitate towards the bigger markets of Sydney and Melbourne, but one industry boss has expressed "grave concerns" for buyers who don't look...
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