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Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.

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New tool to decrease bond disputes

Tenants will now have the option to pay rental bonds off in instalments and further protect their money from...
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Investors forced to dump purchases

Local and international investors who bought off-the-plan properties are increasingly having to walk away from their...
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New hotspots identified by council maps

‘Heat maps’ showing the latest building activity could provide insights into up-and-coming boom suburbs – with...
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‘Little risk’ of oversupply for Sydney

A senior economist has forecast that there is little risk of oversupply in Sydney’s inner area and suburbs, despite...
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Dwelling resale losses increase nationally

The proportion of national dwelling loss-making resales has increased over the quarter, despite that fact that “9 out...
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simon loo
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‘11 properties by 31, now I’m stuck – what’s next?’

A young investor who built an impressive portfolio by his early 30s is now in “property jail”. He reveals to The...
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paul benion
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Top 5 tips for buying in a ‘gloom’ market

'Buy in gloom and not in boom' is one of the best pieces of advice about investing in the property market.
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Bubble risk ‘eminent’ in Sydney

Sydney ranks fourth among global cities most at risk of a housing bubble, recent research has revealed.
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3 painfully common investing mistakes that are easily avoided

Creating wealth through property investment is a great Aussie tradition, but it’s not always as straightforward as it...
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3 reasons why property is still a good bet

There are three good reasons for property investors to stay in the market, despite the federal government’s recent...
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3 ways to determine the true state of the market

Looking for the latest hotspot? Trying to sort through the noise and understand what's really going on in a suburb?...
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22 properties by 30: Can Generation Ys build massive portfolios?

Back by popular demand, this week’s podcast guest Stephanie Brennan reveals if she’s on track to acquire a massive...
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grant harrod
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The 3 reasons sellers are holding off

It’s the million dollar question every real estate agent and buyer is asking, where are all the listings and 'for...
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michael fuller
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4 things all successful investors know

The best property investors have already made all the mistakes and learnt all the lessons so you don't have to repeat...
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What you really need to start a property investment journey

One of the problems many budding property investors face is determining exactly how to start their journey, but for...
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The secret to getting 10-plus properties

A property investor who had 11 properties by the age of 30, reveals his recipe for success.
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simon pressley
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Should you be investing in this region?

It may not yet be a hotspot, but is it time to turn your attention to the Northern Rivers property market?
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rich harvey podcast
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SPECIAL EPISODE: All your burning property investment questions answered

In this special episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, we finally answer the listener questions which have been...
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Investment tip: Find out how much a lender is willing to let you borrow

Seasoned property investors know that valuers can easily offer subjective opinions on the value of their asset—which...
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Buy 'part of a house' with new platform

Investors looking to get on the property ladder or diversify their portfolio can now buy part of a house or property...
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michael xia
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3 critical things all investors must know

An investor with 14 properties reveals it hasn’t all been smooth sailing — and what everyone can learn from his...
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Property versus shares: which is the better investment?

When it comes to building wealth for the future, which asset class is safer and more sustainable? Are shares...
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cameron bell
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14-point checklist for choosing homebuilders

Building a new home is likely to be one of the single biggest projects you’ll ever undertake in your lifetime, so it...
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peter gianoli
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Capital growth versus yield

Do property investors need to choose between these two strategies — or is it possible to strike a balance between the...
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What are body corporates, owners corporations and strata schemes?

Body corporates, sometimes referred to as owners corporations, will likely play a major part in many investors' lives,...
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