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Welcome to the future of property investment. As we look ahead to 2043, the Sunshine Coast is set to be recognised as a globally competitive city and quite possibly the greatest in Australia. This transformation is driven by a booming economy, groundbreaking infrastructure projects, and a thriving housing market. For current and prospective residential property…

Bernard Salt, a well-known Australian demographer and social commentator (and supporter of our research!) is confident that Australia is a fantastic place to invest in property over the next decade. In his recent column in The Australian, he shared his insights on why Australia stands out in the global property market. Bernard believes Australia offers…

As urban areas around the globe evolve, the concept of walkable cities has gained remarkable traction. This trend isn’t just confined to the bustling streets of the United States, where urban planner Jeff Speck has extensively chronicled the benefits of walkability in his influential book “Walkable City: How Downtown Can Save America, One Step at…

As of June 6, significant changes to rental laws in Queensland have come into effect, designed to create greater transparency and fairness in the rental market. For property investors, staying informed about these changes is crucial to ensure compliance and to maintain positive relationships with tenants. Here’s a detailed overview of the new regulations and…

Core Logic’s Regional Market Update shows that once again, Regional Australia’s dwelling values are on the rise, outpacing capital city values over the three months to April. Regional areas saw a growth of 2.1%, compared to just 1.7% in the cities. Western Australia and Queensland are leading the charge with impressive growth in both dwelling…

Great news for property investors: recent findings by Optiwise Wealth Advisory have uncovered clarification on a recent tax ruling where you can claim interest on the construction loan component of your loan/s as a tax deduction when you intend to rent out the property on completion as a residential investment property. This is a significant…