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Hotspots • 23 APR 2024
When it comes to affordability, 2 states stand out from the rest
Even with affordability dwindling, these states are home to a collection of regions that offer an entry point onto the property ladder.
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Tax & Legal • 23 APR 2024
WA revs up for STRA reforms
The State Parliament has given the go-ahead to new legislation to tighten regulation of short-term rental accommodation (STRA).
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Tax & Legal • 22 APR 2024
Perth ‘builder’ slapped with $5k fine for falsifying work history
A Kwinana man claimed eight years of building experience, despite working as a courier during the specified period.
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Investor Strategy • 22 APR 2024
‘Property pals’ are proving popular – and the trend is set to get even bigger
A new survey has found that 3.5 million Australians would consider purchasing a home with a friend.
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Tax & Legal • 22 APR 2024
Tax reforms key to boosting Victoria’s rental woes
Amid all-time high rental costs and all-time low rental vacancies, the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has advised the Victorian government to consider policy...
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Finance • 18 APR 2024
New report shows financial woes among younger prospective buyers
Younger Gen Zs and Millennials lack confidence in their financial knowledge and are largely relying on family for advice and financial help.
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Hotspots • 18 APR 2024
Top 10 NSW suburbs near the beach to downsize for under $1m
A new report has revealed it is possible to fuse affordability with a seaside lifestyle.
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Tax & Legal • 18 APR 2024
SA reviews building laws to tackle rogue traders and dodgy builders 
The state has commenced a sweeping review of its building regulations to protect consumers from shady operators.
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Investor Strategy • 17 APR 2024
New home sales sluggish at the start of 2024
Australia is set to make a slow start on its housing accord target, according to the latest figures from the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
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Tax & Legal • 17 APR 2024
Landlords could cop up to $57k in fines for unsafe properties in Victoria
The Victorian government is cracking down on minimum rental standards in the wake of a concerning rise in tenant complaints.
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