Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 23 Apr 2013
Demand for houses set to jump
The trend towards apartment living could slow in the next decade as young adults are expected to upsize, pushing up the demand for houses, a recent report has found.
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Hotspots • 22 Apr 2013
Majority of investors would consider NRAS
A majority of investors would purchase a property under the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS), a recent poll suggests.
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Hotspots • 22 Apr 2013
Property industry under ASIC scrutiny
Property investment within SMSF is under scrutiny in an investigation welcomed by numerous property industry professionals.
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Hotspots • 22 Apr 2013
An area worth considering for future growth
With a key driver of affordability, this area identified is certainly an interesting one, promising future buyer demand and strong interest.
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Hotspots • 19 Apr 2013
Ground-breaking changes for NSW
New South Wales is set for economic growth under the biggest overhaul of the state’s planning system in over 30 years.
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Hotspots • 19 Apr 2013
Byron Bay records highest price of coastal towns
Byron Bay has recorded the highest median house price among 17 Australian coastal towns over the second half of 2012, according to PRDnationwide research.
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Hotspots • 19 Apr 2013
Build your portfolio faster
Unlocking equity to leapfrog into your next investment property will enable you to swiftly build your portfolio. And why just wait for capital growth to kick in when you...
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Hotspots • 18 Apr 2013
Growth unlikely to continue in 2013
The 2.8 per cent growth recorded over the first quarter of 2013 is unlikely to be maintained throughout the year, according to RP Data.
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Hotspots • 18 Apr 2013
Avoiding pitfalls when buying off-the-plan
Investors could ride the capital growth wave by purchasing tomorrow’s property in today’s market, but there are also additional pitfalls that could trip you up along...
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Hotspots • 17 Apr 2013
Investors Ask: Are low-income areas risky?
Q. I’m on a limited budget and am contemplating investing in a low-income area because the yields don’t look too bad and the entry price is good. Is this a risky...
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