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Hotspots • 05 APR 2012
SPI editor appointed to Publishers Australia Board
The publishing sector’s peak industry body, Publishers Australia, has appointed Smart Property Investment’s editor Phillip Tarrant to its board of directors.
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Hotspots • 04 APR 2012
Moranbah blacklisted ‘months ago’
In response to yesterday’s breaking news about the Moranbah rental crisis, a number of property groups claim to have cautioned investors 'months ago' of the risks...
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Hotspots • 04 APR 2012
Property transactions buoyant
While some industry stakeholders have been quick to slam the Reserve Bank’s rate decision, others have called it the “right choice”.
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Finance • 04 APR 2012
Buyers look to safety of fixed rates
The unstable rate environment is encouraging more investors to err on the side of caution and lock in their mortgage, new data has revealed.
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Finance • 04 APR 2012
Industry condemns rate decision
The Reserve Bank’s decision to hold the cash rate has been slammed by leading industry stakeholders.
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Hotspots • 03 APR 2012
High-end property values down 20pc in Brisbane
The value of high end properties in Brisbane, particularly acreage properties, are down by almost 20 per cent on four years ago, according to the latest results from...
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Hotspots • 03 APR 2012
Building approvals dip
Building approvals for February have taken a dive following a slight January upturn.
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Investor Strategy • 02 APR 2012
Not just for the vendor – making the most of estate agents 2
It’s not what you know but whom you know. This catchphrase rings true in many areas, including the property search.
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Hotspots • 02 APR 2012
New gvt planning reforms 'essential'
A new government report into the planning of Australia’s capital cities, released today, has been welcomed by industry groups as ‘essential’ for the country’s...
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Hotspots • 01 APR 2012
Common investor traps to avoid
The road to successful property investment begins with research and understanding, and being familiar with some of the hurdles you’re sure to encounter along the way...
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