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Melbourne Property Buying
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What the 2026 Budget Changes Mean for Property Prices, Investors, Buyers and Renters
How will the 2026 Budget affect property prices? Who is affected and who is not? What should investors invest in from here on? We look at serviceability, affordability, and look at what this means for property buyers and renters.
May 1526 min read
Established vs New Build Property: Which is the Better Investment in Melbourne?
Is a new-build investment property really better because of negative gearing and depreciation? Or are Established properties better? We compare four property scenarios across Melbourne and regional Victoria over 10 years, including rent, growth, cashflow and CGT. Will the answer surprise you?
Jun 2613 min read
Glen Waverley House Prices Before and After Budget 2026
Glen Waverley house prices have not collapsed after Budget 2026, but buyer behaviour has changed. Quality homes inside the Glen Waverley Secondary College zone remain resilient, while average homes outside the zone are becoming more negotiable.
Jun 1714 min read
Top 5 Myths About the 2026 Federal Budget and Property Investing
The 2026 Federal Budget has created plenty of confusion for property investors. This, and the many versions of speculations are confusing property buyers in Melbourne. We break down the top 5 myths about negative gearing, CGT, new builds and family trusts, and explain what is really happening.
May 1411 min read
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