Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 12 Jun 2014
Adelaide sales hit five-year high
The Adelaide market got off to a roaring start in 2014, recording the strongest March quarter sales in five years according to RP Data.
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Hotspots • 12 Jun 2014
How first time investors can hit the ground running
Your first investment property purchase can make or break your porfolio, so it's crucial that you get your first few moves right.
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2014
NT granny flats now available for rent
Changes to planning regulations in the Northern Territory will allow investors to lease out granny flats to non-related tenants.
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2014
Apartment market hits four-year low
There are just 1,225 apartments on sale in Brisbane at the moment according to Place Advisory, the lowest number in four years.
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2014
Prices rise in all but two capitals
The major capital cities experienced price growth over the past quarter, with the exception of Brisbane and Perth, according to data from Bendigo Bank and the Real...
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2014
Australia ranks in top 10 for price growth
A global index of house prices has identified Australia as the seventh fastest growing market in the world.
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Hotspots • 10 Jun 2014
Overpricing scares off peak buyers
Vendors who over value their properties from the start may be losing out on peak buyer interest, a real estate expert has warned.
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Hotspots • 10 Jun 2014
Get set for life 2
GET SET FOR LIFE Australians are increasingly realising they may not be able to rely on the government to fund their retirement. Property gives people the option to...
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Hotspots • 10 Jun 2014
Investors take note: avoid floors of hard knocks
Changing the flooring in your unit is one way to greatly increase the value of your investment. Hardwood, floating and tiled floors are some of the most attractive...
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Hotspots • 10 Jun 2014
‘Frenzy’ is finished: SQM Research
New stock on market data suggests the housing market is losing steam and is heading into more stable territory.
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