Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 26 May 2014
Sydney approaching danger zone
The Sydney market may be entering dangerous ground as prices climb higher and more investors jump into the market, a major research firm has warned.
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Hotspots • 23 May 2014
Sales volumes soar in Mildura
The Mildura market is flourishing due to a government push for increased residential development, a major real estate agency has said.
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Hotspots • 23 May 2014
Booming prices push down yields
While many investors welcome rising house prices across Australia, the upswing is causing rental yields to plummet, new information from RP Data reveals.
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Hotspots • 22 May 2014
Qld lifestyle markets warming up
Tourism hotspots were the star performers of the March quarter in Queensland.
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Hotspots • 22 May 2014
How to do your own rent appraisal
Before you put your investment property up for rent, you need to know what potential tenants will be prepared to pay.
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Hotspots • 21 May 2014
Strong appraisals signal active winter market
Although winter is traditionally a quieter period for property sales, current activity levels suggest the market will remain robust throughout the coming season,...
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Hotspots • 21 May 2014
Reasons you won't become wealthy
There are a number of traits, actions and beliefs which can hold investors back from reaching their goals and becoming truly financially independent.
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Hotspots • 21 May 2014
Start with the end in mind
Before you design your investment strategy, you need to know what you want to achieve and what you're ultimately working towards.
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Hotspots • 21 May 2014
Building recovery leads to softer rental market
Landlords in the capital cities are experiencing flat rents and climbing vacancies as building completions increase the supply of available properties, according to new...
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Hotspots • 20 May 2014
Homeowner valuations off the mark
In one-quarter of Australian postcodes, owners significantly over- or underestimate the value of their property, an analysis by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has...
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