Emilie Lauer
AUTHOR | No. of articles: 303
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]
Rate hike odds rise as CPI ticks higher
Millions of property owners face a near-certain rate hike next week after inflation data came in hotter than expected, raising the likelihood of higher mortgage costs.
FINANCE
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Wed, 28 Jan 2026
Rising rates to spark mortgage stress and fire sales
Home owners and investors have been urged to reconsider their strategies, as potential RBA rate hikes may trigger mortgage stress and financial losses, forcing some ...
FINANCE
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Tue, 27 Jan 2026
Perth joins million-dollar club: Are investor opportunities disappearing?
Now that Perth has joined the million-dollar club, are there still hidden opportunities for investors in a market with soaring prices and shrinking supply? A veteran ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Victoria leads investor lending growth
Investor lending has surged to record highs, driven by NSW and Victoria, while owner-occupier growth lags, highlighting strong investor demand for existing homes and ...
FINANCE
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Mon, 19 Jan 2026
Buyers’ worst nightmare: Conveyancer’s licence revoked over alleged theft
A Victorian conveyancer who allegedly misappropriated clients’ deposits has seen their licence revoked amid an ongoing CAV investigation.
TAX & LEGAL
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Mon, 19 Jan 2026
Investors’ strategy to shift as unit rents outperform houses
Investors seeking cash flow may need to adjust their strategies, as units drove most rental growth over the last quarter and the price gaps between houses and apartments ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Spot the red flags: How to choose the right buyer’s agent
With a raft of buyer’s agents available, investors need to be careful in choosing the right expert by doing due diligence, vetting processes and strategies, and ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Why caution, not speed, will define property success in 2026
To be successful in 2026, investors will have to keep up with the shifting market to balance risks, growth opportunities, and interest rates, focusing on long-term ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 13 Jan 2026
Planning to grow your portfolio in 2026? Think twice
While the past couple of years have been fruitful for investors, a property professional has warned against growing portfolios in 2026, deeming the year not fit for ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 08 Jan 2026