Question 1

How does the AU deals screener calculate discounts below suburb median?

Accepted Answer

Each property ask price is benchmarked against independent automated valuation model (AVM) medians for comparable bedroom configurations and property types within the postcode, calculating percentage discount as (Median - Ask) / Median.

Question 2

Why is cumulative Days on Market (DOM) critical for price negotiations?

Accepted Answer

Portals reset listing dates when agents relist or reprice properties. Our cumulative DOM tracks original listing dates, exposing stale listings (DOM >= 45 days) where vendors face carrying costs and accept aggressive sub-asking counteroffers.

Question 3

What makes the $5 AU Property Deal Hunter Google Sheet different?

Accepted Answer

It connects directly to live portal datasets via Apify API, populating 25 columns across suburb profiles with zero recurring subscription fees. You get 1-click sync, automated gross/net yield calculations, and $5 free monthly Apify credits.

Question 4

How does clicking 'Analyze Cashflow' link to the financial calculator?

Accepted Answer

Clicking the lightning button instantly hydrates the Property Cashflow Calculator with that exact property's purchase price, estimated weekly rent, state stamp duty schedules, and localized strata benchmarks without requiring manual entry.