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2026–27 Federal Budget: What It Means for Investors, Trusts, and Australian Workers

The 2026–27 Federal Budget marks one of the most significant shake-ups to Australia’s tax system in decades, with sweeping reforms targeting property investors, trusts, and capital gains, alongside meaningful relief for workers and small businesses. Handed down on 12 May 2026 by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, the Budget reflects the Government’s response to housing affordability pressures,…

Capital Gains Tax: Your Easy-To-Follow Guide

You’ve just sold your rental property, which you’ve carefully maintained and maybe even renovated over the years. The sale price is excitingly high, and you can almost taste the freedom and possibilities this windfall brings.  But then, a question looms- how much of this sale price is actually yours to keep? Enter capital gains tax…

What Is Zoning in Property? A Simple Definition

Imagine buying your dream home, only to discover that the nearby land is slated for a noisy industrial development.  Or, picture this: you’re planning to open a small business, but the local zoning laws prohibit commercial activities in your area.  These scenarios highlight the importance of understanding zoning laws in property. In this blog, we’ll…

How To Finance an Investment Property: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you a first-time investor considering property investment for a steady income stream through rental yields? Or are you looking to expand your current property portfolio for long-term wealth growth? Whatever your motivation, property investment is an exciting arena to be in. However, choosing the right investment property financing option can be a challenge. This…

Real Estate Accounting: 5 Books to Read for a Strong Start in 2023

Whether you’re considering going into real estate investment for the first time or looking to invest money and you don’t know how, real estate accounting books are a strong place to start. As a complex and varied area, there are many unique residential and commercial real estate accounting books out there to build your skills,…

How To Avoid Capital Gains Tax on Investment Property

Taxes are unavoidable in life, and it’s no secret that when you sell your investment property you’ll be up for capital gains tax (CGT). You might not be able to avoid paying tax altogether, but can you reduce the amount of tax you pay? You’ll be pleased to know that yes – there are simple…

How To Find Out Property Tax in Australia

When you’re considering moving to a new property, understanding property taxes is a necessity. After all, you can’t plan your budget if you don’t know how much tax you’re giving to the government in the form of taxation. Read on to find out more about property taxes, how to estimate property taxes and how to…

Property Development Finance

The first step to getting a new property development off the ground is to ensure the project is properly financed. Many developers, particularly inexperienced ones, underestimate how much capital they need, which can result in costly delays and project overruns. In this article, we are going to explore finance for property development. We’ll discuss what…

How To Start a Property Development Company

Property development can be lucrative – but it’s not without its risks. If you’re wondering how to structure a property development company or how to set up a property development company, there are things you’ll need to consider before you begin. From understanding the property market to how to finance developments, manage construction and tolerate…

Property Accounting Basics: What You Need to Know

Are you a property owner? Or perhaps you’re a management company that handles the ins and outs of property for multiple clients? Understanding the property accounting basics is a good starting point to ensure you meet all your obligations. Much like any other business, accounting for an investment property has clear rules and requirements to…