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Investor Strategy • 15 MAY 2025

Property markets show mixed trends across Australia

Australia’s property market saw varied conditions in early 2025, with interest rate cuts, regional growth, and affordability shaping trends.

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First Property Buyer • 14 MAY 2025

Victoria extends off-the-plan stamp duty concessions

The Victorian government’s investment will enable buyers to access stamp duty concessions on eligible properties for another year.

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Tax & Legal • 14 MAY 2025

Construction boss faces $50k fine for dodging worker pay

A Sydney-based construction company is facing legal actions and over $50,000 fine following allegations of wage theft.

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Investor Strategy • 14 MAY 2025

Busting the myths in property buying: A first-time buyer’s guide to success

Momentum Media’s Real Estate Business and Smart Property Investment brands have launched the First Property Buyer Show, showcasing expert insights to help young...

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Hotspots • 13 MAY 2025

‘Hidden gems’: Top 10 regional markets revealed

These 10 regional hotspots have everything to please investors and buyers alike: affordable prices, low vacancy rates, strong rental yields, and multimillion-dollar...

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Investor Strategy • 13 MAY 2025

Auction fraud alert: Peak body warns of false bids driving up prices

After witnessing dummy bidding in Brisbane, the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA) has warned buyers about the illegal practice used to inflate...

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Investor Strategy • 13 MAY 2025

Rising prices and rate cut relief drive surge in housing sentiment

Sentiment in the residential property market improved over the March quarter, with industry feedback indicating that markets in Victoria and NSW may be on the path to...

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Hotspots • 12 MAY 2025

Brisbane property market update

April was a subdued month for the Brisbane property market, as activity took a backseat to a series of lifestyle and political events, writes Melinda Jennison, president...

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Hotspots • 12 MAY 2025

Value of South-East Queensland land surges to record levels

The median lot price in South-East Queensland surged to historical highs over the first quarter of 2025, surpassing Melbourne’s land prices for the first time on...

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Investor Strategy • 09 MAY 2025

Breaking barriers: How a single mother leveraged her super to invest in property

As Australia celebrates Mother’s Day this weekend, many single mothers continue to face significant challenges on the path to home ownership. SPI has spoken with Julie...