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Hotspots 29 NOV 2012

Learning from my own mistakes

Investors typically make a number of simple mistakes that are easily overcome – by drawing on my experience, I can...
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Hotspots 29 NOV 2012

A timely reminder

It’s Asbestos Awareness Week folks and here’s a great website called www.asbestosawareness.com.au that gives you...
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kevin lee
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Hotspots 12 NOV 2012

Is it the end for ego-driven investors?

Unfortunately many investors unconsciously allow their 'ego' to control their property decision-making process which...
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helen collier kogtevs
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Hotspots 08 NOV 2012

Suburbs investors need to avoid: Response

I write this in response to the comments made on 'Suburbs investors need to avoid'.
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andrew staehr
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Hotspots 06 NOV 2012

Buyers beware: Crackdown on unit owners

Unit owners could find themselves in strife with their local councils if they move into units they have purchased,...
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Hotspots 24 OCT 2012

The house and land debate

House and land packages offer investors a relatively straightforward approach to building a portfolio. But is it the...
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Hotspots 08 OCT 2012

Three tips to invest in the best (before the rest)

Springtime sees more buyers walk through the doors at open for inspections and raise their hands at auctions. ...
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Hotspots 12 SEP 2012

Spring to sprout change in the market

As this is my first blog I thought I’d start by providing some important information for first home buyers – the...
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Hotspots 22 AUG 2012

Maximize returns with a professional home stager

Investors should be considering a home stager as part of an investment team, just as they consider real estate agents,...
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andrew staehr
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Hotspots 15 AUG 2012

Andrew Staehr: Would you rent to smokers?

As strata legislation in NSW moves towards banning smoking on balconies and forcing smokers to contain their smoke, the...
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Hotspots 15 AUG 2012

What’s your game plan?

In property investment, even the most feasible investment selection can sometimes turn awry, so a strategic plan of...
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Hotspots 08 AUG 2012

Imogen Brown: Five steps for selling success

When your tenants are vacated and you're ready to sell, follow these five steps for success.
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sam saggers
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Hotspots 25 JUL 2012

Market tips the experts don't want you to know

A seasoned investor will be able to discern certain features of a market that could mean the difference between a poor...
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Hotspots 13 JUL 2012

A cracker of a buy

We're set to add another property to our portfolio with the acceptance of our offer yesterday on a property in the...
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sam saggers
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Hotspots 12 JUL 2012

The secret to buying under market value

Some of the best deals I've experienced in real estate can be obtained from sellers who are in distress.  When you...
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Hotspots 11 JUL 2012

Strike gold in Sydney's Western Suburbs

I received a press release a few days back from Raine & Horne which confirmed something we spotted some time ago.
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Hotspots 09 JUL 2012

Change afoot in mining towns

I’ve been talking about mining towns for some time now and passing on a rumour I have been hearing about the concern...
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Hotspots 22 JUN 2012

Boost your sales price by styling -- more on the living room

The living room is often neglected when it comes to staging, but it’s an important room to get right from the get go....
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Hotspots 17 JUN 2012

Eyes wide open

My latest annoyance concerns the re-emergence of 'property investment' companies who sell 'house and land' packages to...
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Hotspots 17 JUN 2012

Opportunity is alive and well

A cost-effective renovation in Sydney’s West has proved lucrative investment opportunities still exist, despite the...
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Hotspots 15 JUN 2012

Styling tips for your living room

While the living room is where we are able to relax and be comfortable, socialise and spend our time in your home, you...
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Hotspots 01 JUN 2012

Mastering the master bedroom -- home styling for sale

What should investors look at as a top priority when styling their home for sale? If you guessed the bedroom, then...
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Hotspots 01 JUN 2012

Mastering the master bedroom -- more tips

I wanted to share with you some more tips for dressing your bedrooms for an open house and how intestors can maximise...
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Hotspots 18 MAY 2012

What you need to know about protection works

They’re working next door, but who is protecting your property? Knowing the law, writes Andrew Whitelaw, can help...
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Hotspots 17 MAY 2012

A buyers’ market

Residential property values have fallen across the country but a succession of rate cuts in coming months might just...
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