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Tax & Legal • 07 APR 2025
Zoo or properties? NSW investors brace for changes to pet restrictions
NSW’s industry peak body has warned against an investor exodus, following the state’s latest rental reform requiring owners to allow up to four pets in their...
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Tax & Legal • 07 APR 2025
REIQ slams state’s new standardised tenancy application form
The peak body has warned that upcoming changes to identity verification in the Queensland tenancy application process could create significant issues for property owners...
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Finance • 04 APR 2025
US tariffs prompt cash rate forecast change
The United States’ tariffs have shifted expectations of rate cuts in Australia ahead of incoming global effects.
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Investor Strategy • 04 APR 2025
Growth in construction costs slows to lowest level in 15 years
Australia has recorded its lowest quarterly growth in residential construction costs in 15 years, signalling a possible shift in the industry after years of significant...
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Investor Strategy • 04 APR 2025
Selling? How to unlock up to $40k in extra home value with easy DIY
Investors looking to sell their property can add an extra $30,000 to $40,000 in value by refreshing their home design through easy and inexpensive DIY, an industry...
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Investor Strategy • 04 APR 2025
Victoria market rebounds with positive quarterly price growth
Victoria’s first across-the-board positive quarterly price results since December 2021, coupled with improved buyer sentiment, have prompted industry bodies to project...
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Investor Strategy • 03 APR 2025
Annual rental growth sinks to 4-year low
Rental price growth for houses across the combined capitals has plateaued for three consecutive quarters, with experts suggesting Australia’s capital city rental...
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Investor Strategy • 02 APR 2025
Perth market loses momentum as price growth slows
Perth's annual price growth has slowed, with properties taking longer to sell.
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Investor Strategy • 02 APR 2025
Investment strategies 101: Key steps to mastering the first year of your portfolio
Whether you’re a first-time investor or refining your strategy for the upcoming decade, resetting your portfolio is essential. Here are expert strategies focusing on...
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Investor Strategy • 01 APR 2025
Major red flags; watch out for inexperienced buyer’s agents, REBAA warns
Industry experts warned buyers to do their due diligence as an increasing number of inexperienced buyer’s agents enter the real estate sector.
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