Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 13 Sep 2017
Short-term letting: not for the faint of heart
A niche agency has highlighted how various short-term letting services such as Airbnb and MadeComfy can allow for increased profitability, but in doing so, owners have...
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Hotspots • 13 Sep 2017
On finding good property managers: ‘Follow the person, not the brand’
MJ Anthony has always believed in the value that is added by good and reliable property managers throughout his 13-year investment journey, where he was able to build a...
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Hotspots • 13 Sep 2017
Investment tip: Are dual-income investments for you?
Seeking opportunities to build an additional dwelling on a property to enjoy the benefit of having two incomes is a common investment strategy. Does it work for...
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Hotspots • 13 Sep 2017
Why a Labor win would put negative gearing on the chopping block
A Labor win could mean an end to negative gearing. What will it mean when the property value estimate excludes the commonplace tax strategies? Before I assess the risks,...
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
Is it safe to have all your property investments in one town?
For many property investors, it takes time and a lot of research to find the best areas to invest in, so they tend to put all their eggs in one basket once they...
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
WA budget slugs foreign buyers, helps state economy
The Western Australian government hopes to raise $48 million in additional revenue through a 4 per cent surcharge on property purchases made by foreign buyers.
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
Expert’s tip for negotiating: the fast offer settlement
Buying a property is always a matter of being timely, but one buyer’s agent shares a tip that can help buyers get an edge.
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
Do you have the right insurance?
Like most landlords, you would probably agree that protecting your investment property with insurance is an absolute necessity. Yet a staggering number of landlords...
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
3 things to look for when investing in regional towns
MJ Anthony has successfully built a 12-property portfolio in a span of 13 years, and one the strategies he used to expand his portfolio is investing in regional...
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Hotspots • 12 Sep 2017
How good property management helps this investor achieve his big goals
While many property investors credit using sophisticated strategies for their prosperity, MJ Anthony believes that good property management has been one of his simple...
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