Yesterday’s inflation data revealed skyrocketing insurance premiums could drive the RBA toward a cash rate hike in August. This relentless increase in insurance premiums, well beyond increases in other cost categories, is an inflation villain that could see us all suffer from higher interest rates this year. If the government is serious about stemming inflation,…
The Victorian rental market is facing a significant crisis, with our latest data revealing a concerning trend of declining investor activity and a net loss in rental properties. In our most recent analysis of the Australian housing market, we evaluated the trends and shifts in investor loans and ex-rentals across the nation. Victoria is facing…
In the past year, the rental market in Australia’s three major capital cities—Greater Sydney, Greater Melbourne, and Greater Brisbane—has experienced a narrowing gap between house and unit median rents. This trend offers critical insights into the evolving dynamics of the housing market, with significant implications for both renters and investors. Rental landscape of major capital…
There are over 2.88 billion dollars worth of tax deductions that investors are leaving on the table. With a little knowledge and planning in the lead-up to June 30, there are key decisions that investors can make today that will pay dividends when they meet with their accountant in July. Here are 5 tips to…
