Emilie Lauer
AUTHOR | No. of articles: 350
Originally from France, Emilie has been calling Sydney home for almost a decade. She began her career in a small French radio station before moving to community radio in Sydney’s Paddington, hosting and producing the drive show and covering local issues. She has also written for specialised magazines in the education sector, including The Australian. At Momentum, Emilie is interested in real estate and property investment, with a soft spot for first property buyers. Get in touch [email protected]
High property taxes drag down Victoria’s market sentiment
Hindered by heavy taxes, complicated planning, and a challenging economic climate, Victoria’s property market trails the nation in confidence.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Fri, 04 Jul 2025
National housing values rise amid falling interest rates
National housing values have seen a 1.4 per cent rise in Q2 amid falling interest rates and tight stock levels, as momentum shifts back towards capital city markets.
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Tue, 01 Jul 2025
Value-boosting home improvements every investor should know
When it comes to property investment, the fine line between a good return and a great one is often in the details.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 01 Jul 2025
To rate cut or not? That is the question
After inflation eased, three of Australia’s four major banks have predicted a rate cut in July, though the RBA’s decision remains uncertain.
FINANCE
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Mon, 30 Jun 2025
NSW strata owners get fairer, clearer rules
From 1 July 2025, NSW strata laws change to provide property owners with greater fairness, promote sustainability, and simplify renovations, accessibility upgrades, and ...
TAX & LEGAL
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Mon, 30 Jun 2025
Investors return to Victoria as confidence bounces back
Investor loan growth in Victoria has surpassed owner-occupiers for the first time since June 2023, while Queensland leads Australia in annual investment loan growth.
FINANCE
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Thu, 26 Jun 2025
Scammers hammer homes $20k in WA roofing fraud
Consumer Protection Western Australia has issued warnings after fake travelling roofing contractors scammed couples out of more than $20,000.
TAX & LEGAL
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Wed, 25 Jun 2025
EOFY: How to reduce strata costs
As tax time nears, investors should review their strata expenses and get involved in their committee to save costs, avoid special levies, and protect their property’s ...
TAX & LEGAL
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Wed, 25 Jun 2025
$1bn NSW scheme helps developers unlock finance
NSW will guarantee up to $1 billion in pre-sale finance for housing projects to fast-track construction, ease developer hurdles, and boost supply under a five-year scheme
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Wed, 25 Jun 2025