Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 24 May 2013
Investors Ask: Increasing rent
Q. I have a two bedroom unit in Sydneys Inner West.  When would it be appropriate to increase the rent and how should I go about it?
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Hotspots • 24 May 2013
It's time to look at your portfolio
With record low levels of interest rates once again occurring housing affordability has improved.  The result of this is market sentiment and media commentary is also...
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Hotspots • 24 May 2013
To furnish or not to furnish when selling?
When trying to make a sale, first impressions are vital. And great first impressions can create an emotional appeal that potential buyers may not be able to resist....
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Hotspots • 24 May 2013
Area's economy set to transform
Substantial investment in new infrastructure and development projects is transforming the Whitsunday region’s economy, according to a new report by Broad Property...
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Hotspots • 23 May 2013
Empty nesters encouraged to seize downsizing opportunities
Empty nesters in large family homes are currently in the best position to sell since 2007, according to Raine & Horne CEO Angus Raine.
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Hotspots • 23 May 2013
Property magnates dominate rich list
The property sector is Australia’s wealthiest industry, according to the 2013 BRW Rich 200 list.
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Hotspots • 22 May 2013
Investors spearhead Gold Coast recovery
Investors are leading the surge in buyer activity on the Gold Coast, according to one leading property group.
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Hotspots • 22 May 2013
Money down the drain mistakes
We all know purchasing a property is an expensive endeavour, but there is a lot you can do to ensure that these costs do not get out of hand. Doing a building inspection...
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Hotspots • 21 May 2013
Rising rents across Australia boosting yields
Australia’s capital cities are experiencing a healthy growth in rents, particularly in two cities, according to figures by RP Data.
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Hotspots • 21 May 2013
Investors flock to SMSF Trustee Day
Tickets are selling fast to the 2013 SMSF Trustee Day, as more and more investors look to gain greater control of where and how they invest their super.
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