Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 30 Oct 2013
PIPA intensifies fight against property spruikers
The Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) has continued its push for a more professional property investment industry with a string of new measures and...
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Hotspots • 30 Oct 2013
How do cash flow positive properties stack up in today's economy?
Be conscious of the implications when investing on rent yield alone as an investment strategy today.
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Hotspots • 30 Oct 2013
DIY investors 'disadvantaged'
Novice property investors should always seek advice to avoid making disastrous financial decisions, industry leaders have urged.
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Hotspots • 29 Oct 2013
WA scheme boosts home ownership
The Western Australian housing affordability scheme has helped more than 1,000 families, singles and seniors buy their own home.
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Hotspots • 29 Oct 2013
Credit score change to impact investors
Late payment of bills may impact on investors’ loan applications under new credit rules being introduced next year, a major independent property group has warned.
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Hotspots • 28 Oct 2013
Top investment opportunities revealed
A new study was uncovered the best buy-to-let opportuntiies in the country, identifying suburbs and streets with maximum growth potential and rental yields.
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Hotspots • 28 Oct 2013
Brisbane clearance rate jumps 20pc
Auction clearance rates in Brisbane rose dramatically at the weekend, while Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne put in good performances.
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Hotspots • 25 Oct 2013
Investors ask: Springfield, Queensland
"I’ve found the suburb I want to buy in, but it has a high crime rate and I’m concerned about the risks associated with that. What precautions do I need to take to...
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Hotspots • 25 Oct 2013
Housing market sentiment drops
Confidence in the Australian housing market has dropped, according to the latest RP Data research.
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Hotspots • 25 Oct 2013
Sydney, Melbourne outperform other capitals
Sydney and Melbourne have come out on top as the best performing capitals during the September quarter, according to a new report.
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