Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
Mining town approaching ‘rock bottom’ read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 20 Apr 2016
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 bottom, facing a further softening of house values and...
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Hotspots • 20 Apr 2016
Property values to ‘crash’: survey
Consumer confidence in the housing market is low, with nearly two-thirds believing we’re facing a “substantial downturn in values”.
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‘Sea and tree’ markets back in vogue read icon 1 min read
Hotspots • 19 Apr 2016
‘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 lifestyle markets, with these areas recording some of...
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Hotspots • 19 Apr 2016
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 years, putting significant pressure on investors.
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Hotspots • 18 Apr 2016
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 bank taking back all that you’ve worked so hard...
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Hotspots • 18 Apr 2016
Property spruiker sent to jail
Following an ASIC investigation, a former company director and property spruiker has been sentenced to two years and nine months’ jail.
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Hotspots • 18 Apr 2016
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 you need to know before you explore open homes to...
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good property developer cameron bell property development read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 18 Apr 2016
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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Hamish Wehl read icon 2 min read
Hotspots • 15 Apr 2016
Diversifying your portfolio
Spread your investment risk by diversifying your portfolio across different asset classes, geographic markets, time periods, fund managers and stocks.
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Cate Bakos read icon 3 min read
Hotspots • 15 Apr 2016
The 'best and highest' method of bidding
How much do you know about the ‘best and highest’ method, and what are the pros and cons of using this method when bidding under competition at auction?
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