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First Property Buyer • 01 JAN 2026
Small Lighting Fixes That Makes Properties Feel High-End
Key Highlights: Lighting directly affects how buyers perceive space, warmth and value Overhead-only lighting and mismatched tones are common mistakes in investment...
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Hotspots • 30 DEC 2025
Coastal capital gains: Investors ride Long Jetty’s wave
With strong capital growth, solid rental demand, and lifestyle appeal, Long Jetty is a smart choice for patient investors seeking long-term returns, according to SPI’s...
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Investor Strategy • 30 DEC 2025
How state markets have shaped investor returns in 2025
In 2025, investors saw continued value growth across the states, particularly the smaller cities, as consistent tight supply and high demand fuelled momentum across the...
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Investor Strategy • 30 DEC 2025
Sun, sand, and strategy: Should you invest in a holiday town this summer?
Paradisiacal beaches, small-town charm, palm trees – every year, investors flock to coastal towns for the lifestyle, but successful investing demands strong...
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Investor Strategy • 27 DEC 2025
Brisbane offices set to experience ‘once-in-a-cycle’ surge
The Brisbane real estate market has remained strong throughout 2025, and investors could see comparable returns in 2026 by acquiring well-located CBD office properties.
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Investor Strategy • 27 DEC 2025
Festive feels, investor mindset: How to stay disciplined and focused during the holidays
While the holiday period is well known for blowing out savings, investors should budget to protect deposits and pre-approval, using the quieter period to stay...
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Hotspots • 26 DEC 2025
South-east Victoria’s Clyde: Where investors score big
With strong rental demand, competitive yields, and consistent long-term growth, Clyde stands out as a smart choice for families and investors seeking reliable returns,...
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Investor Strategy • 23 DEC 2025
Market overview: Investors dominate 2025 
High investor activity has been a clear trend in the 2025 national property market, with participation levels above its decade average and new mortgage lending values on...
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Investor Strategy • 23 DEC 2025
Don’t run on empty: Holiday reset for smarter property decisions
Investors are being encouraged to take time to relax and recharge over the holiday season and return in 2026 with renewed energy, giving them the edge for their next...
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Investor Strategy • 23 DEC 2025
National property prices to surge over $1m median
Despite slower growth expected in 2026, investors are tipped to see strong capital gains surge as dwellings across the country are forecasted to reach over $1 million...
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