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Hotspots

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

rakesh gupta
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The defining decade: Investing in your twenties

Property investment might be the last thing on your mind this early on in your adult life, but is the key to financial...
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kevin lee
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Investing in Sydney's western suburbs

Has Sydney's property boom changed the way investors shop for properties?
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Lending changes not all bad news

The head of a property investment group has heralded recent lending changes as carrying hidden opportunities for savvy...
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‘Hot’ commercial property benefits from share market uncertainty

International share market jitters have meant that Australian commercial property has continued to outperform...
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nathan birch
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7 steps to successful goal setting

Setting, and staying true to, achievable goals is the first step to a successful investment journey. Here's how to do...
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kevin lee
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Should you invest where you want to retire?

Investing in property in lifestyle locations could be a potentially risky move.
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Construction hits record high

New home construction in Australia has seen one of its longest upward cycles in history, according to the Housing...
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Housing affordability options revealed

One of the country’s most senior politicians has outlined a number of ways the government could improve housing...
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Investor tip: Fortune favors the brave

Go big or go home—this has been Jeremy Iannuzzelli's motto when he started investing in properties at 21. Five years...
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Agency busted for overcharging clients

A real estate agency has found itself in hot water, after several landlords in one of Western Australia's largest...
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Investors warned as lending set to tighten further

Property investors are being urged to ignore signs of a slowing market and buy now, as 2016 shapes up to be a tough...
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Listings data gives mixed message

New listings have flooded onto the market since Christmas – with the exception of two capital cities.
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End of boom to have further implications

No longer will the national economy be able to rely on the housing sector for momentum post-commodities boom, according...
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New hotspot uncovered by survey

The property market has turned in a big way, with price expectations and confidence in one Australian market now higher...
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Jeremy Iannuzzelli
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'How I bought nine properties on a modest income – all before 30'

A young property investor reveals how he’s going to smash through his goal of acquiring 10 properties before the age...
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jerry tyrrells
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11 steps for first-time investors

When searching for the ideal investment, there are many choices to make and priorities to weigh up. The process can be...
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Unexpected hotspot for 2016

With increased speculation that property prices across many of the country’s markets may plateau or even fall, one...
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Foreign buyers forced to sell up

Treasurer Scott Morrison has ordered the forced sale of another eight residential properties illegally held by foreign...
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The number 1 reason most Australians aren't wealthy

Start making the right financial decisions by understanding your assets and liabilities.
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Investors warned about looming price declines

House price growth is set to decline significantly in 2016, with the possibility of entering negative territory beyond...
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Hey big spender!

Happy New Year from the Smart Property Investment team! It's the perfect time to set some saving goals and pay off your...
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Property versus shares debate back in the spotlight

A leading real estate group believes more investors will re-enter the property market as volatility in Australia’s...
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Potential default crisis in 2016

Another voice has joined a growing number of figures highlighting increased risks in the off-the-plan apartment market...
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How to pick a hotspot; Here comes the squeeze!

Real-life investors and property market experts discuss how you can find areas which are about to take off and whether...
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Pain for investors has only just begun

Investors have been warned to expect a tough year ahead as the full impact of the property boom becomes clear.
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