Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 19 Jan 2016
Foreign buyers forced to sell up
Treasurer Scott Morrison has ordered the forced sale of another eight residential properties illegally held by foreign nationals.
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Cam McLellan read icon 4 min read
Hotspots • 19 Jan 2016
The number 1 reason most Australians aren't wealthy
Start making the right financial decisions by understanding your assets and liabilities.
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Hotspots • 15 Jan 2016
Investors warned about looming price declines
House price growth is set to decline significantly in 2016, with the possibility of entering negative territory beyond that, according to new market forecasts.
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Hotspots • 14 Jan 2016
Hey big spender!
Happy New Year from the Smart Property Investment team! It's the perfect time to set some saving goals and pay off your mortgage faster. How much money are you spending...
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Hotspots • 14 Jan 2016
Property versus shares debate back in the spotlight
A leading real estate group believes more investors will re-enter the property market as volatility in Australia’s share market continues.
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Hotspots • 14 Jan 2016
Potential default crisis in 2016
Another voice has joined a growing number of figures highlighting increased risks in the off-the-plan apartment market in Australia’s biggest cities.
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Hotspots • 13 Jan 2016
How to pick a hotspot; Here comes the squeeze!
Real-life investors and property market experts discuss how you can find areas which are about to take off and whether investors are in trouble if they're relying on...
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Hotspots • 13 Jan 2016
Pain for investors has only just begun
Investors have been warned to expect a tough year ahead as the full impact of the property boom becomes clear.
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Hotspots • 12 Jan 2016
Top 10 coastal Perth suburbs for 2016
Buying in a buyer's market doesn't mean you can take a lax approach to doing your due diligence and finding the right property.
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Hotspots • 12 Jan 2016
Investors encouraged to take a 'back to basics' approach in 2016
With the latest property sales data showing that nationally house prices are in decline, property investors need to take a more pragmatic approach to the real estate...
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