Federal tax reforms have overtaken interest rates as the most widely cited downward pressure on Australian house prices, according to the Australian Property Institute’s first survey of property professionals since May’s Federal Budget. The API’s Q3 2026 Australian Property Market Outlook, drawn from 265 property professionals surveyed between 12 June and 6 July 2026, found the negative gearing...
By Gemma Crotty The federal government’s controversial capital gains tax and negative gearing reforms have now been greenlit after passing through Parliament. A major overhaul to investor tax policies, including capital gains tax (CGT) and negative gearing, has passed through both houses of Parliament. Changes to negative gearing and CGT will go ahead after the Treasury Laws Amendment...
By Emilie Lauer At its fourth meeting of the year, the central bank announced the latest cash rate amid economic headwinds. For the first time this year, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept the cash rate at 4.35 per cent, providing borrowers with more than needed relief amid rampant mortgage stress and high cost of living. The RBA’s decision to keep the cash rate unchanged was expected,...
As interest rates rise and buyers become strained by high fuel prices, Sydney and Melbourne have recorded their first quarterly house price drop in years, with further falls likely to come.New data showed that both Sydney and Melbourne have recorded their first quarterly house price declines in years, as buyer sentiment continued to fall amid rising interest rates and global issues. According to...
By Emilie Lauer What does another rate hike mean for the property market, as higher borrowing costs are set to cool demand, tighten lending, and slow price growth despite ongoing supply shortages? The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.35 per cent, marking a third straight increase and reversing the easing seen last year.The Board's decision to increase...
By James DrakeWhen it comes to property investment, the fine line between a good return and a great one is often in the details. Having watched trends come and go – and seeing investors make bad calls on updates – I can assure you that not all home improvements are created equal. If you want to maximise your value, it’s time to move beyond just the basics and start getting strategic. The...
By the Homely Team When you purchase an investment property, the whole ball game changes in terms of your renovation budget and strategy. That’s because investment properties are less personal and more focused on what renters or buyers actually want. That favourite colour of yours might not suit others, and your design taste may not align with your property’s target market. READ...
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