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Mortgage Pain Returns as Multiple Interest Rate Hikes Loom in 2026
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

Mortgage Pain Returns as Multiple Interest Rate Hikes Loom in 2026
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

Getting Your Head Around Conditional and Unconditional Property Offers
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

Melbourne Units Finally Gain Momentum as Affordability Pressures Rise
Yes, Melbourne’s unit market is gaining momentum. As affordability constraints push buyers away from houses, unit prices have begun outperforming houses, signalling a structural shift

Why Landlord Insurance Is One of the Smartest Investments in 2026
Landlord insurance is one of the most effective ways property investors can protect rental income and long-term wealth in 2026. While not legally required, it

The Growing Appeal of Residential Property Funds for Investors
Residential property has long been viewed as one of the most dependable and appealing asset classes. However, for many investors, buying and managing rental homes

Understanding Property Investment Holding Costs
Property investment holding costs are the ongoing expenses required to own and operate a rental property. These costs directly affect cash flow, tax outcomes, and

Property Experts Name Australia’s Hottest Suburbs for 2026
Australia’s hottest suburbs for 2026 are those located in emerging growth corridors, near major infrastructure projects, and offering relative affordability. Property experts expect these areas

First-Home Buyer Incentives Drive Property Demand
Australia’s first-home buyer incentives are already reshaping buyer behaviour, with loan demand surging sharply since the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme came into effect. Early data

APRA Introduces New Caps on High Loan-to-Income Mortgages
Australia’s financial regulator is moving to rein in risky lending by capping the share of new mortgages that exceed six times a borrower’s income. The

Victoria to Introduce New Underquoting Laws Requiring Reserve Price Disclosure
Victoria is set to overhaul its real estate rules by introducing new laws that will force agents to publicly disclose a property’s reserve price at

Understanding Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs) and Their Benefits
Non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) are reshaping Australia’s financial system by offering flexible alternatives to traditional banking. They bridge the gap between borrowers and lenders, drive

Zoning Reforms and Townhouses Could Unlock Housing Affordability
A new Grattan Institute report argues that Australia’s housing affordability crisis could be eased dramatically through zoning reform and a shift toward medium-density townhouse and

Foreign Investors Flock to Victorian Property Despite New Taxes
Victoria continues to draw the most foreign property investment in Australia, even amid rising government fees, new surcharges, and tightening tax measures designed to cool