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Hotspots • 12 JUN 2023

Is Bellbird Park Queensland’s investing hidden gem?

In a state littered with real estate gold mines, could this suburb sitting just outside state capital Brisbane be one of the hottest regions for budding investors?

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Tax & Legal • 08 JUN 2023

Taxpayers must ensure they are ‘tax literate’: CPA

Australia’s complex system means too many people are making costly mistakes on their returns, says the association.

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Tax & Legal • 08 JUN 2023

‘Endless speculation’ on rent freezes and rent caps must be put to rest: REIA

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is urging an end to the prolonged speculation surrounding rent freezes, citing concerns about its potential negative impact...

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Hotspots • 07 JUN 2023

May’s astonishing property price surge shakes up Brisbane

After two months of very modest dwelling price growth in Brisbane, the May data shows a huge spike in property values over a short period of time.

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Hotspots • 06 JUN 2023

RBA reveals highly anticipated June cash rate decision

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has handed down another divisive cash rate call at its monthly board meeting on Tuesday, 6 June.

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Hotspots • 06 JUN 2023

Fast 50’s Victor Harbor crowned #1 tourist town

The South Australian coastal town is firmly on the radar of investors and tourists alike, having received two huge accolades just weeks apart.

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Hotspots • 06 JUN 2023

Property buyers returning to the market despite hazy outlook: REIA

While the latest lending data revealed an uptick in activity within certain buyer groups, the country’s peak real estate body cautioned that uncertainty surrounding...

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Hotspots • 05 JUN 2023

The average South Australian house now costs a record $600k

Data from the state’s peak real estate body showed the median house price is now sitting at $600,000 — an almost 10 per cent lift over the past 12 months.

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Hotspots • 05 JUN 2023

Why Brassall’s future may just be brighter than its present

Nestled an hour from Queensland’s capital, Brisbane, Brassall has slowly grown into one of the Sunshine State’s most popular investment spots, with prospective...

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Hotspots • 05 JUN 2023

National home values record largest rise in 18 months

Following months of decline categorising the back end of 2022 and the start of 2023, Australian home values have recorded their strongest monthly growth since November...