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Tax & Legal • 09 FEB 2026
CGT shake-up could push 1 in 3 investors out
The proposed changes to capital gains tax could spark a surge in investor sell-offs, further tightening an already strained rental market, an industry body has warned.
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Investor Strategy • 06 FEB 2026
Builder on the run: Speeding ticket exposes dodgy work
A Victorian unregistered builder who evaded authorities for almost a decade has been prosecuted after he was caught speeding, leading to his arrest.
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Investor Strategy • 06 FEB 2026
National awards program to recognise Australia’s top buyer’s agents
Buyer’s agents will take centre stage in 2026 as a new national awards program opens submissions for its inaugural year.
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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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