Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2013
Options opening up in Perth
With the new allowances around granny flats enticing investors to Perth, one council is opening up opportunities even further, which may have the potential to boost your...
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2013
Sydney's affordable areas identified
New data is pointing to Sydney’s far west and south west as having the most affordable property opportunities since August 2009, however the inner-city suburbs may...
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Hotspots • 11 Jun 2013
Top 10 Tips for a WOW Bedroom
If you’re planning to show your potential buyers your property, it is important to have a room that wows them. Having a WOW room is about showing off, not overdoing...
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Hotspots • 10 Jun 2013
Are you insured when building?
Unless your house is part of a multistorey development exceeding three storeys your builder is required by law to take out home indemnity insurance on your behalf.
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Hotspots • 07 Jun 2013
Perfect your portfolio
A close look at your portfolio is an absolutely crucial stage in achieving financial freedom and investment success, and it shouldn't take you too long to put in some...
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Hotspots • 07 Jun 2013
Actress could have saved $800k
Engaging the services of an expert property buyer can provide investors with an extra level of protection when it comes to a sale, according to one buyer’s agent.
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Hotspots • 07 Jun 2013
New buyers eyeing the market
Since the Reserve Bank (RBA) cut the official cash rate in May and kept it steady this month, one mortgage finding service has found that 52 per cent of loan enquiries...
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Hotspots • 07 Jun 2013
How to benefit from depreciation
Understanding how you can benefit from tax depreciation is a simple as owning a car. If you bought a new car, you will understand that every year it depreciates in...
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Hotspots • 05 Jun 2013
Will there ever be an over-supply or a shortage of grannyflats in NSW?
Currently, grannyflats are in huge demand across NSW, given the diverse opportunities they provide many people in the form of additional housing for family members,...
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Hotspots • 05 Jun 2013
Mixed reactions to RBA decision
The RBA’s decision to leave interest rates on hold at 2.75 per cent is good news for buyers, according to Laing+Simmons.
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