Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.
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Hotspots • 31 Aug 2011
New rules aim to prevent property theft
The Western Australian government has introduced new rules that aim to better protect land owners against property theft.
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Hotspots • 30 Aug 2011
First time buyers return in spring
The first time buyer market is expected to be the most active segment over the coming months, the head of a real estate agent group said.
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Hotspots • 29 Aug 2011
Auctions favour buyers
Just over 50 per cent of all properties put up for auction in Sydney and Melbourne cleared over the weekend, suggesting the spring selling season is yet to begin.
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Hotspots • 29 Aug 2011
Blue ribbon property values fall sharply
Home values across the nation’s premium housing markets have fallen as demand for blue ribbon property continues to wane, new data has found.
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Hotspots • 26 Aug 2011
QLD recovery underway
Queensland’s residential property market is showing signs of steady recovery after several months of flat market performance, new research has found.
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Hotspots • 26 Aug 2011
Housing Affordability Improves in All States - August 2011
Global uncertainty and buyer caution has helped to improve housing affordability in Australia.
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Hotspots • 26 Aug 2011
Home owners keep hold of properties for longer
Economic instability is forcing many home owners to hold onto their properties for longer.
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Hotspots • 24 Aug 2011
Higher priced homes selling by auction
A review of property auctions and private sales in Melbourne by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has revealed more expensive property markets are favouring...
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Hotspots • 24 Aug 2011
State planning not meeting housing demand
The Council of Australia Government's (COAG) claim that statutory planning systems have significantly improved in each state and territory has been labelled as...
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Hotspots • 24 Aug 2011
Investors cautious about buying property
Despite recent research suggesting now is a good time to invest, it seems potential investors are scared to take the plunge.
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