Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 08 May 2014
NRAS: The risks and the opportunities
With the Federal Budget fast approaching, speculation on what will happen to the National Rental Affordability Scheme is increasing - so what’s happening with the...
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Hotspots • 07 May 2014
More growth ahead for Sydney
Despite speculation that Sydney’s value growth may be coming to an end, investors buying in the right locations can still experience “instant growth”, according to...
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Hotspots • 07 May 2014
Tasmanian market loses steam
The Tasmanian property market began to slide in the March quarter, though activity remains stronger than one year previously, new data from the Real Estate Institute of...
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Hotspots • 07 May 2014
Cross-collateralisation versus standalone: Which is the best option?
There are consequences to using equity to expand your portfolio. Find out which option you should avoid.
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Hotspots • 06 May 2014
Victoria's regional population to boom
Large regional towns like Geelong, Ballarat and Bendigo will see their populations swell in coming decades as more people move to the country, the Victorian government...
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Hotspots • 06 May 2014
New home building weakens in March
After a period of strong growth, new home construction is beginning to falter, the latest housing data suggests.
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Hotspots • 06 May 2014
Demographics provide insight into tenant behaviours
When you're investigating property investment opportunities it's important to understand an area's demographics so you can determine who your prospective tenants will be...
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Hotspots • 06 May 2014
How to decide when it's time for a rent increase
Raising the rent is a delicate balancing act for landlords — you need to keep your property rented and avoid vacancies, but you also have to maximise your income.
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Hotspots • 05 May 2014
WA regions outperform Perth
Country areas of Western Australia recorded stronger March quarter results than the city, but mining areas continue to suffer, the Real Estate Institute of Western...
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Hotspots • 05 May 2014
The conversation to have before you commit
If you're considering investing with a partner, there are some serious questions you need to ask yourself, and each other, before you get started.
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