Australia’s banking regulators are facing growing pressure to tighten lending rules for property investors as investor borrowing accelerates sharply. New Reserve Bank figures show investor
For the first time on record, renting a unit in Melbourne is now more expensive than renting a house. In the March quarter, median asking
Land tax in Melbourne affects houses and apartments very differently due to how land value is calculated and taxed. Houses typically incur higher land tax
Australia’s property market may soon face tighter lending restrictions as investor borrowing continues to rise rapidly. Regulators are under increasing pressure to step in, with
Melbourne property investors are increasingly shifting their strategy from capital growth to cash flow as higher interest rates, rising land taxes and increased holding costs
Melbourne’s property market is presenting what many analysts describe as a countercyclical opportunity for investors. After price softness through much of 2024, the market began
In today’s property market, credit health plays a major role in determining whether buyers, investors, or renters are approved for financing or tenancy. Real estate
The Reserve Bank’s February rate hike has shifted the investment landscape for Melbourne property. With the official cash rate now at 3.85 per cent, borrowing
Australian mortgage holders may be facing another tough year, with forecasts pointing to multiple interest rate hikes in 2026 after the Reserve Bank lifted rates
The difference between a conditional and unconditional property offer comes down to risk and certainty. Conditional offers protect buyers by allowing key checks to be
