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

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State of Markets - NSW August 2014

New South Wales is continuing to drive the national property recovery.
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Sydney bubble unlikely to burst

Despite rapid growth in the Sydney market, a local buyer’s agent has said the city will continue appreciating into...
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New tenancy dispute service launched

A free program by the state government will help landlords navigate difficult tenancy situations.
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6 steps to speed up council approval

Getting council approval for your renovation can be a tedious process but paying thousands in interest, week in, week...
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Next property boom driven by nickel

As investment in coal infrastructure winds down, future property hotspots may be created by the nickel industry, a...
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The 6 pros and cons of buying off-the-plan

Although there are several advantages to buying off-the-plan, buyers should also make themselves aware of the potential...
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Govt plan to transform Sydney's harbourside

The Sydney inner-city waterfront is set to be revitalised by an urban renewal project currently being considered by the...
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Melbourne's standout suburbs are world's apart

The two fastest-growing suburbs in Melbourne over the last quarter were radically different in price, location and...
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Top performers for each state identified

The suburbs with the highest capital growth across the country have been highlighted by new data from Residex.
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ATO cracks down on dodgy developers

Investors using trust structures to hide income from developments may face steep fines, the Australian Taxation Office...
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Buying and selling off-the-plan

Buying off-the-plan has numerous benefits, but many investors are underprepared when the time comes to resell their...
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Next investment hotspots revealed

A new analysis has uncovered which suburbs hold the best potential for capital growth and rental returns over the next...
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New suburb proposed for metro Brisbane

The Queensland government is currently considering a plan to build an expansive new suburb within a short commute to...
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7 misconceptions about house and land packages

Building a house from scratch, rather than buying and renovating a second-hand property isn't as complicated as many...
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How to identify future growth areas

Margaret Lomas, Founder Destiny
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Perth market falters again

The Perth market is showing signs of weaknesses, with both the median price and rent dropping in the past six months.
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7 tips for new landlords

Nobody is guaranteed success in property investment, but here are some steps you can take to avoid disaster and hit the...
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5 investing mistakes you need to know about

Property investors across the country often make the same judgement errors which hold back their portfolio growth and...
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Property Hunter Day01
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Property Hunter episode 1

In an exciting new online video series, Smart Property Investment is going property hunting and showing you what to...
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Inner-city apartment investors to reap big rewards

Australia’s growing population and increased interest from offshore investors will ensure inner-city apartments...
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NSW region becoming investor hotspot

Urban renewal and relative affordability are fuelling rapid price growth in one New South Wales area.
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Brendan Kelly
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How to build a multi-property portfolio without getting stuck

Brendan Kelly, Director, RESULTS Mentoring
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9 ways for buyers to thrive in a seller's market

Here are some top tips and techniques for adding to your property portfolio in a seller’s market.
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City markets accelerate during June quarter

While the Sydney market remains the country’s growth leader, other smaller capitals are beginning to gather pace,...
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Top 10 high-rent suburbs revealed

A new analysis has uncovered which suburbs across the country have the most expensive rents.
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