Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
Issues read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
Three property issues that should concern investors, according to a licensed builder
Aside from location, drainage, electricity, and the presence of pests, property investors must also be critical about different structural factors that could make or...
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Why this investor started avoiding off-the-plan investment properties read icon 3 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
Why this investor started avoiding off-the-plan investment properties
John Martinovic has invested in a wide variety of properties—from small units and off the plan apartments to National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS) assets—but,...
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Arrow down read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
Low housing turnover signalling ‘warning bells’ for housing industry
The latest data from CoreLogic shows house sales over the last 12 months have been trending low, with experts pointing to affordability issues as the culprit.
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Property read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
Strata living on the rise as downsizing becomes the norm
Strata living is becoming the preferred choice for many Australians, with an increasing number making the switch from traditional houses to spacious apartments.
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Sana and Mona Ali, Property Twins read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
Should you be fixing rates now?
The recent regulatory changes in the lending space has meant several key changes. Sana and Mona of the Property Twins explain what those changes are, and what they mean...
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Communication, handshake read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 24 Aug 2017
How to properly communicate with your property inspector
Many successful property investors deem pest and building inspectors as important members of their team, and as with engaging with any property professional,...
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Inspector read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 23 Aug 2017
Why property investors must stay through the building inspection
A reliable building inspector is one of the keys to buying a good investment property, but according to BuildingPro founder Andrew Mackie-Smith, many investors fail to...
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Perth Australia read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 23 Aug 2017
Perth property that can save investors a year’s salary
Investors looking to purchase in Perth may be happy to know that when compared to prices last year, property values have fallen an equivalent of one year’s salary,...
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Paul Glossop read icon 3 min read
Hotspots • 23 Aug 2017
The current market indicators affecting values
With the recent budget being handed down and some changes to the tax laws for investors across the country, I thought it would be a great opportunity to look at the...
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Control over the arrows read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 23 Aug 2017
Major rebound predicted for Brisbane property market
Due to rising population figures, wages and competitive pricing, a rebound of property prices is expected to occur soon.
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