
Negative gearing amendments pass Parliament
Investors and home owners have gained clarity on property tax reforms, including the “ widow tax ” , following the bill’s passage through the Senate.
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Investors and home owners have gained clarity on property tax reforms, including the “ widow tax ” , following the bill’s passage through the Senate.

While the Melbourne market appears ripe for investors following years of underperformance, buyers have been warned to ensure they are choosing the right location for their portfolio plans.

Victorian buyers may enter strata purchases without access to the full information needed to make an informed decision, with a new analysis revealing major gaps in due diligence before contracts are signed.

Commercial property may offer SMSF investors stronger yields and faster debt reduction, but understanding vacancy risk, costs, and cash flow will be critical before making the switch.

Australia’s mortgage sector has been rocked by suspected fraud, with a regulator potentially finding hundreds of millions of dollars in fraudulent home loans.

From rat-infested properties to so-called ‘meth labs’, some of the most unlikely investment opportunities can present hidden value for buyers willing to look beyond the surface.

Regional Western Australia and South Australia have emerged as the victors over the rest of the states, as the nationwide downturn spreads to jurisdictions outside capital city markets.

The mid-sized capitals could absorb a 20 per cent decline in values while retaining much of their recent gains, with Melbourne facing the greatest downside risk from the downturn.

Toowoomba’s growth story has continued spilling into established family suburbs, with Darling Heights combining strong price gains, rental appeal, and a growing pipeline of development.

Mortgage demand has fallen nationwide, with the first home buyer demographic hit hardest, according to recent data.