Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 13 May 2013
My thoughts on Castle Hill
In my last blog I wrote about Castle Hill and we got some interesting responses. Let me explain my thoughts in more detail.
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Hotspots • 10 May 2013
Quick guide to achieving your goals
Setting goals is an absolute must if you want your property portfolio to take you to 'financial freedom'. A simple plan is one way to start, and having it written down...
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Hotspots • 10 May 2013
Up to 9% growth expected in Brisbane next year
A new report expects positive results for one key area of Brisbane, with forecast growth figures of up to nine per cent.
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Hotspots • 09 May 2013
Number of Perth rentals advertised jumps 50pc
Perth landlords should take a more realistic approach to setting rents with the number of properties available for rent jumping by nearly 50 per cent over the past...
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Hotspots • 09 May 2013
Relief for struggling Vic land owners
Struggling land owners in Victoria will soon find relief, following the introduction of new planning zones yesterday, according to the state government.
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Hotspots • 09 May 2013
Can we draw on the past to predict the future - Part 2
In the first part of this article we looked briefly at the history of changes to Australian macro economic policy over the past 50 years, as well as those made by some...
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Hotspots • 09 May 2013
Ways to find the best tiler
I love renovating bathrooms and in days gone by I was very hands-on in our own homes. I have the war stories of laying miles of tiles whilst eight months pregnant to...
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Hotspots • 08 May 2013
Australia’s most densely populated suburb
Sydney’s Pyrmont-Ultimo has been revealed as the country’s most packed-in suburb, according to new findings from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
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Hotspots • 07 May 2013
Brave the chill to get a bargain
It is important that prospective homebuyers realise the potential advantages of buying a home during winter when there is traditionally less competition. 
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Hotspots • 07 May 2013
Doing your due diligence on your builder
When entering into a leaseback arrangement with a builder, it is important to know the finer details so that you are in fact walking away with a flourishing investment.
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