Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 30 Jan 2014
Affordability pressures to increase demand for units
The growing price gap between houses and units may push more buyers to opt for units, a senior RP Data analyst has said.
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Hotspots • 29 Jan 2014
Builder cash backs: A wolf in sheep’s clothing?
Are property developers really offering to pay for your deposit or is it all a gimmick?
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Hotspots • 29 Jan 2014
Market to pick up in Feb: RE/MAX
Property market activity is likely to rebound in February, with RE/MAX predicting buyer demand will surge.
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Hotspots • 28 Jan 2014
Ipswich investors taking advantage of granny flats
Granny flats are becoming an increasingly popular option for investors in Ipswich since the local council relaxed its planning laws.
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Hotspots • 28 Jan 2014
Highest buyer demand locations revealed
The country’s most in-demand suburbs have been uncovered, with one state accounting for five of the top 10. 
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Hotspots • 24 Jan 2014
Charterhill group of companies in trouble
Several related entities of a property and SMSF accountancy firm have gone into various stages of collapse, including at least two receiverships and a liquidation.
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Hotspots • 24 Jan 2014
Investors told to 'keep an eye' on Melbourne
Experts are optimistic about the performance of Melbourne’s property market in 2014, but things may get worse before they get better.
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Hotspots • 24 Jan 2014
Investors ask: Buying where you can afford
  Q. I'm currently renting in Sydney and I'm thinking of buying an investment home in a more affordable market to rent out. Do you think this is a reasonable plan and...
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Hotspots • 24 Jan 2014
Tips for renting to family and friends
Although it may seem like a good idea at the time, renting your investment property to family and friends can cause problems if the proper precautions aren’t taken.
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Hotspots • 23 Jan 2014
Price growth to slow
The rapid rise in Australian house prices is likely to slow in 2014, a major international ratings company has predicted.
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