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The Australian housing market has been booming in recent years, with prices rising steadily in most major cities. As a result, many people who own their own homes are exploring switching to an investment property.  Making the switch from an owner-occupied property to an investment property can be a great way to secure your financial […] continue reading

In an effort to address the economic consequences brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, the Australian government introduced various economic stimulus measures. The goal was to help eligible businesses recover from the impacts of being in lockdown.  Beyond the cash incentives, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) introduced various tax incentives for businesses, including the Instant […] continue reading

Commercial real estate is a great investment for people who are looking to diversify their portfolios. However, there are some things that you need to consider before buying commercial property.  For example, you need to consider factors such as the physical condition of the property, strategic location, investment goals and current budget. But, sometimes, investors […] continue reading

There is no doubt that the construction industry is doing its best to maintain momentum through this period to support economic recovery.  However, the building sector, in general, is still experiencing a significant price increase in building materials, particularly when it comes to steel and timber products, due to sourcing and shipping constraints.  There are […] continue reading

We’ve recently seen a significant rise in auctions rather than private treaties.  Unfortunately, too few people go into these auctions knowing the property’s actual value and end up being caught out by a bank valuation that’s lower than the purchase price.  It might sound like a nightmare scenario, but it happens.  So, what if you […] continue reading

Property valuations offer significant benefits when it comes to establishing a fair market value for your property.  A certified practising valuer can help you do exactly that by undertaking independent and impartial assessments to identify your property’s value.  But how does a certified practising valuer differ from property appraisers? And what qualification do property valuers […] continue reading

There are various types of property valuations that all play an essential part in real estate transactions.  But, what’s the difference between an online valuation and an independent valuation? An online valuation can be a helpful tool for the speed at which it's generated. But the question remains: how accurate is it? And how does […] continue reading

The bank valuation vs market value subject is often very confusing for property buyers.  Did you know that there are two different types of valuations that could determine the value of your property?  But what’s the difference? How can a property have two different values? Understanding the difference between a bank valuation and market valuation […] continue reading

As a property owner, you have several rights when it comes to objecting to the land tax assessment provided by the Valuer-General of your State or Territory.  While land tax is an inevitable part of owning property, you shouldn’t end up paying tax on an inflated land valuation.  Did you know that you can object […] continue reading

Given the circumstances in which the Australian Government had to hand down the budget speech last year, there was a feeling of relief in the air when the 2021-22 Federal Budget was given on 11 May.  This year’s budget has shifted the budget from focusing on achieving a surplus to ensuring that the low to […] continue reading