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Investor Strategy • 05 FEB 2026

FHBs won’t be deterred by rate hike after mortgage activity spikes

First home buyers are unlikely to be stopped by the RBA’s recent rate hike, with the data showing that their mortgage activity soared after the 5 per cent deposit...

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Tax & Legal • 05 FEB 2026

Who let the dogs in? Tasmania to remove pet restrictions

Tasmanian landlords will not be able to deny pets in rental properties without valid reasons, with the government set to remove the ability to impose blanket no-pets...

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Tax & Legal • 05 FEB 2026

$20k gone: WA tradie in hot water

Consumer Protection WA has issued a third warning to a tradie who allegedly took more than $20,000 in deposits and failed to complete the jobs he was paid for.

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Investor Strategy • 04 FEB 2026

Low stock, high prices: How can investors still reap benefits from the Perth market?

As Perth's listings rapidly decline, investors can still maximise their profits by targeting specific suburbs, securing high-yield rentals, or selling their assets.

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Tax & Legal • 04 FEB 2026

Deposit disaster: First home buyer loses $50k in email scam

A British expat, learning the hard way that scammers can quite convincingly intercept property transactions, loses his deposit and dream of home ownership.

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Investor Strategy • 04 FEB 2026

CGT discount cut: Labor reportedly leaves door open to changes

Investors could potentially see their CGT discount halved as the federal government reportedly considers cutting the current rate from 50 to 25 per cent, amid mounting...

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Investor Strategy • 04 FEB 2026

The apple of my isle: Why investors should eye the Tassie market

Tasmania has emerged as a prime market for savvy investors seeking bang for their buck, where affordability meets strong yields, according to McGrath Estate Agents CEO...

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Investor Strategy • 04 FEB 2026

RBA hike: What does it mean for investors?

Buyer demand, housing stock, refinancing, rental increase, selling frenzy, and dwelling price: how will the RBA cash hike impact investors’ portfolios?

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Investor Strategy • 03 FEB 2026

What Gen Z should look for in an agent

With a new generation of buyers come fresh expectations, and Gen Z should ensure they find an agent who communicates effectively, remains patient, and educates...

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Tax & Legal • 03 FEB 2026

Open inspection: Real estate leasing platforms at major data leak risk, investigation reveals

New findings have revealed that popular platforms used by real estate agents may be putting millions of files containing personal data at risk of being leaked.

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