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Latest Property Investment News

All the latest updates affecting your property investment. Smart Property Investments is the top source for latest property market reports, insights, news and useful tips and strategies from experts.

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Tax & Legal 09 JUN 2020

Dodgy building sales to be stopped in NSW

Defective buildings will not be allowed to be sold to consumers in NSW come September, after new state legislation...

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Hotspots 08 JUN 2020

Demand for new listings uncovered

New data shows strong buyer absorption of new listings over May, but where is the demand coming from?

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Hotspots 08 JUN 2020

WA retains most affordable state title

Western Australia has been declared the most affordable state for buyers and tenants for the 11th consecutive quarter.

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Finance 05 JUN 2020

REIA backs HomeBuilder package

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has thrown its support behind the federal government’s new housing stimulus...

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Hotspots 05 JUN 2020

Buyers react to increased listings

New research has revealed a “surprising response” to a rise in listings recorded over the month of May.

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Hotspots 05 JUN 2020

Resorts get ready for tourists with ‘COVID-19 makeovers’

Queenslanders now able to enjoy a well-deserved break again at Sunshine State holiday hotspots can look forward to...

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Hotspots 05 JUN 2020

More stimulus, negative rates ahead for property owners: Finsure

More federal government stimulus packages and the prospect of negative interest rates could be pivotal in helping the...

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Hotspots 04 JUN 2020

Property market update: Sydney, May 2020

As the world continues to face the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, how will the Sydney property market move to...

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Hotspots 04 JUN 2020

Perth sees rapid drop in available rental stock

Available rental stock in Perth is dropping at a rapid rate, with listings falling to their lowest levels since...

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Hotspots 03 JUN 2020

Location breakdown: Housing affordability

New research from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has provided insight into housing affordability in each...

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Tax & Legal 02 JUN 2020

Clarity sought for commercial landlords and SME tenants

A new COVID-19 Code of Conduct compendium aims to offer clarity to SME landlords and tenants experiencing financial...

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Hotspots 02 JUN 2020

Property market update: Perth, April 2020

As Australia and most parts of the world settle into a “new normal” following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic,...

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Finance 02 JUN 2020

RBA reveals June cash rate call

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced its decision on the official cash rate for June amid speculation the...

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Finance 02 JUN 2020

How to improve your serviceability

Serviceability is arguably the most important factor when building your investment portfolio because it can limit your...

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Hotspots 01 JUN 2020

Auction activity continues upswing

The week concluding 31 May has shown auction clearance rates continue to strengthen as restrictions ease across many...

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Hotspots 30 MAY 2020

Government urged to provide stimulus for building sector

As the nation recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, property professionals urge the federal government to provide a...

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Hotspots 29 MAY 2020

‘Earlier than expected’ recovery pinpointed for property

A real estate group says some positive signs are beginning to emerge within Australia’s property market.

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Hotspots 29 MAY 2020

Property market update: Brisbane, April 2020

How is the Brisbane property market faring amid the “new normal” that resulted from the COVID-19 outbreak?

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Hotspots 29 MAY 2020

Perth recovery takes COVID-19 hit

While signs were pointing to the start of a housing market recovery for Perth earlier this year, the knock-on effects...

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Tax & Legal 28 MAY 2020

Pool and spa owners given 5-month rego reprieve

The deadline for the mandatory registration of private pools and spas in Victoria has been extended due to the...

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Hotspots 28 MAY 2020

Hot Property: Biggest headlines from the week that was2

Why Australians could be given $50,000, how to terminate a tenancy, and the need for a stamp duty plan: Here are some...

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Tax & Legal 27 MAY 2020

Land tax reprieve now available in NSW

Landlords who are providing their tenants with rent relief during the COVID-19 crisis are now able to apply for land...

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Hotspots 27 MAY 2020

New projects to enable better housing policy decisions

The Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI) is undertaking several priority research projects which aim...

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Tax & Legal 27 MAY 2020

Why having a good accountant is crucial as a property investor

With the end of financial year approaching, coupled with the current climate, two experts have shed light on the value...

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Tax & Legal 27 MAY 2020

How to terminate a tenancy agreement

A new guide offers insight into how landlords can terminate a tenancy agreement during the COVID-19 pandemic.