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

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Capitals see downward trend in property sales

While recent figures showed an annual increase in dwelling values across the combined capital cities, property...
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Combined capital city home values surge

Dwelling values have increased across all but two capital cities over the last 12 months, new research has revealed.
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Why transparency is a must when investing with a partner

Lena Lindley and Lauren Curren admit that they are nothing alike as property investors, but constant communication has...
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Investors cheated out of millions

Numerous landlords have lost property deposits and are owed rental payments after six real estate offices...
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How to avoid a property lemon

Buying a problem property could land you in serious financial strife and bring your investment plans to a halt. So what...
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'The worst property investment decision we made'

Lauren and Lena are the first to admit they’ve made some mistakes since they started purchasing property –...
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Top hotspots unveiled for 2016

An ACT region has been named Australia’s top building and population hotspot for the third consecutive year.
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4 in 5 investors to abandon property

A new survey has revealed that 79 per cent of investors would walk away from property if negative gearing were...
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Invest like an expert: 3 tips for success

If you want to create a profitable portfolio of properties that allows you to retire on your own terms, then it’s...
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Can you guess Australia's hottest property markets?

A recent report has revealed the nation's strongest-performing markets for new home building and population growth. Has...
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7 properties by 25: how this young investor did it

Stephanie Brennan wants to be in a position where she can retire on the income generated by her properties by the age...
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Property investors want action for improved affordability

New figures from ME show an overwhelming number of Australians, including property investors, support government...
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Finding the best real estate agent: communication is key

As technology continues to develop at an unprecedented rate, real estate agents find themselves shifting to more...
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Should I hire a property manager?

Managing your investment property and its tenants comes with a lot of responsibility, and can at times be stressful. So...
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Can you guess Australia’s fastest-growing suburbs?

According to the latest quarterly figures, these suburbs were the fastest-growing in each of their respective states....
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Capital city fringe suburbs set to ‘boom’

The outer suburbs of one Australian capital are experiencing steady growth as buyers look for value further from the...
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House prices fall in almost every capital city

House prices have dropped in almost every capital city, with Sydney prices dipping below the million-dollar median, a...
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Mining town approaching ‘rock bottom’

Despite speculation that the worst is over for mining town property markets, one location is yet to hit the very...
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Property values to ‘crash’: survey

Consumer confidence in the housing market is low, with nearly two-thirds believing we’re facing a “substantial...
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‘Sea and tree’ markets back in vogue

An analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics data has shown a resurgence in the popularity of coastal towns and...
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Major property markets to 'slow dramatically'

A new report has predicted that house price growth will slow dramatically in two capital cities over the next few...
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What happens if I fall behind on my mortgage repayments?

It’s every investor’s worst nightmare – falling into the trap of missed mortgage payments, with the threat of the...
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Property spruiker sent to jail

Following an ASIC investigation, a former company director and property spruiker has been sentenced to two years and...
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What investors need to look out for at open homes

Visiting a property that is open for inspection is about much more than just seeing what it looks like. Here’s what...
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What makes a good property developer?

Before you take the leap into property development, consider the traits of the most successful developers.
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