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Investor Strategy • 24 JUL 2026
Brisbane commercial assets continue to lead the way
Commercial investors in Brisbane continue to reap the benefits of the city’s strong yields, leading the way nationally across retail, office and industrial assets.
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Hotspots • 23 JUL 2026
Qld home owners dominate 12-month growth window
Landlords across Queensland have benefitted from the region’s strong performances over the past year, dominating both the house and unit markets in growth, according...
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Investor Strategy • 23 JUL 2026
Capital city home prices post first quarterly decline in over three years
Australia's combined capital city housing market has recorded its first quarterly decline since 2022, with Sydney and Melbourne leading the falls while Adelaide...
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Tax & Legal • 23 JUL 2026
Builder hit with $30k fine over defective Melbourne town house build 
A Victorian builder has been hit with a $30,000 fine after using non-compliant framing and prematurely taking payment from a town house owner in Melbourne’s east.
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Investor Strategy • 22 JUL 2026
Why timing the market is the wrong strategy for investors
Investors could be missing the opportunity to strengthen their portfolio by waiting for the market to bottom out, rather than acting when their goals align.
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Hotspots • 22 JUL 2026
More than 30 suburbs enter Perth’s exclusive $2m club
Perth’s property boom has pushed more than 30 suburbs into the $2 million club, highlighting just how much capital growth has occurred – and where the market could...
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Investor Strategy • 22 JUL 2026
Tax perks aren’t everything: Established homes could deliver nearly $600k more 
As recent tax reforms push investors towards new builds, those who continue to purchase established properties will see more returns, with modelling showing some could...
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Investor Strategy • 21 JUL 2026
Mortgage demand drop opens door for investors
With market activity slowing and mortgage demand decreasing nationally, an opportunity to act has presented itself for investors ready to transact in what is shaping to...
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Tax & Legal • 21 JUL 2026
WA home owners warned about DIY ‘no permit’ outbuildings
Western Australians have been warned to check permit rules before installing prefabricated pods, tiny homes, and other outbuildings, as owners increasingly seek...
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Investor Strategy • 21 JUL 2026
Buyers remain in control as auction market continues to soften 
The early auction clearance rate for the combined capitals has dipped to 50 per cent once again, with buyers continuing to have the advantage of better negotiating power...
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