Hotspots

Reports, statistics and analysis from experts on the Australian property market.

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Melbourne enjoys sustained growth

Melbourne’s property market continues to run hot despite three consecutive rate rises so far this year.
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Real estate group achieves record sales

Despite three consecutive rate rises in as many months, the property market is still booming, according to Ray White.
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Top performing suburbs revealed - June 2010

The NSW eastern beachside suburb of Bronte has been named as one of the state's best performing housing markets.
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Housing approvals plummet, forces RBA's hand

It seems the RBA’s decision to keep rates on hold was sound, as housing approvals endure the largest slump in almost...
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Home values flat but not depressed

Home values in Australia remained unchanged in April, according to the latest Hedonic Home Value Index by RP Data.
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No time like the present

Just because you missed the increased first home owners grant doesn’t mean it’s not a good time to buy. 
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Negotiation 101

Haggling over price can be unsettling but with the right approach you’ll be surprised at how much you can shave off...
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Off-the-plan considerations

There are many advantages of buying property off-the-plan but it requires a cautious approach.
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Dreaming of a sea change?

If you’ve been dreaming of ditching the rat race for a chilled coastal lifestyle it pays to do some research before...
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Bridging the gap

Bridging finance might just be the solution for your buying and selling cash flow concerns.
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Capitalising on cash flow

There’s no doubt that leveraging with ‘good’ debt offers a fantastic way to build your personal wealth, but...
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Valuing your most important asset

A professional assessment of your property every few years can be a worthwhile investment.
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Nice neighbourhood

Buying a home is a significant investment, so it’s important you find the right location.
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Set yourself up for retirement

Are you prepared for retirement? It may seem a long way off but it’s essential to have a financial strategy in place....
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Timing your market move

With an understanding of how the property cycle works you’ll be better positioned to pick your moment to buy or...
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Settling into your new home

Moving house does not have to be a taxing experience.
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The facts about negative gearing

Negative gearing is a popular technique with Australian property investors because of its tax advantages, but it is not...
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Should I invest in a unit or a house?

Choose the property investment that best suits your needs and goals.
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Homes the key to happiness

They say money can’t buy happiness, but it would appear that buying a home can in fact make us happier.
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Power to the buyer

First time buyers now have the upper hand when it comes to price negotiation, writes Cameron Kusher.
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Time to put the heat under your property hunt

The days are getting longer, the mornings warmer and spring is just a couple of weeks away – and so too the...
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Get amongst it this weekend

What are your plans for Saturday morning? Sleeping off a small hangover, a morning jog or perhaps brunch with friends?...
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Why buy when you can rent?

A friend of mine gave me a call last night and we got talking, as usual, on to the topic of buying property. He has...
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Dedication required

I was interviewing a home buyer earlier this week about her first foray into the property market and the most valuable...
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It pays to plan ahead

A new report and the latest housing finance figures have confirmed what many of us already know – housing...
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