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Investor Strategy • 08 OCT 2025

Rental shortage sparks record-low vacancies and surging rents

A rental shortage has slashed vacancy rates, driving up rents, boosting owners’ income but adding mortgage pressure and fuelling inflation.

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Tax & Legal • 07 OCT 2025

Victorian construction operators hit with more than $65k in penalties

Two construction business operators in Melbourne have come under fire after failing to pay workers their full lawful entitlements.

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Investor Strategy • 07 OCT 2025

The great reno squeeze: Is flipping still worth it?

With labour shortages and material costs soaring, is value-adding through renovations still a viable play for investors?

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Investor Strategy • 07 OCT 2025

‘Once in a cycle’ opportunity for Melbourne investors

Investors are being encouraged to consider the Melbourne property market, as the city begins to bounce back from slower-than-average returns, according to industry...

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Tax & Legal • 03 OCT 2025

WA landlords under fire: Properties deemed ‘unfit for living’

Western Australian landlords face scrutiny as tenant complaints triple amid claims of neglected property maintenance before move in.

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Investor Strategy • 03 OCT 2025

First home buyers slapped with sky-high rates on 95% loans

First home buyers hit hard as major banks charge steep rates on 95 per cent loans under the government’s First Home Guarantee scheme.

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Investor Strategy • 03 OCT 2025

Fast sales, big gains: Top 10 suburbs where property growth soars

The nation’s 10 hottest property markets have been revealed, with just three states dominating amid low vacancies and strong yields. Here is where to invest.

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First Property Buyer • 03 OCT 2025

1 in 6 FHBs accelerate plans to buy under new scheme

One in six first home buyers have revealed accelerating their purchase plans following the introduction of the Australian government’s 5 per cent deposit scheme, as...

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Tax & Legal • 03 OCT 2025

WA builder fined $63k for shoddy work

A Western Australian building company and its former director have been convicted of four building offences, including defective work, breaching contracts, and...

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Finance • 02 OCT 2025

Half of buyers still shrug off cyber security risks, even as scammers target property deposits

Half of Australians say they have little to no concern about sharing personal details when buying a property, even as cyber criminals increasingly target the real estate...

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