Latest by Michael Mata

Victoria's new property tax closes loophole

Property investors are clearly on the losing end following the release of Victoria’s state budget on Tuesday, with some investors potentially having to reconsider the future of their investments due to the introduction of a new tax and the closing of an existing loophole.

‘Migrant millionaires’ fueled growth in property last year

More than 11,000 “migrant millionaires” helped fuel growth in the booming property markets of Sydney and Melbourne last year, with high net-worth Chinese nationals now commuting in and out of the country to enjoy the Aussie lifestyle while continuing to work offshore. 

Less wealthy Aussies vulnerable to house price collapse

Less affluent Australians have the most to lose if house prices collapse and cause an economic downturn, warned Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen.

Voters support reforms to negative gearing, capital gains tax

NSW government supports short-term rentals

Rent-bidding apps to shake rental market

Western Australia’s rental market is more affordable

Melbourne’s Airbnb hosts make up to $150,000 annually

Do you need lenders mortgage insurance?

Questions to ask when buying off-the-plan

Shorten: Ban borrowing by self-managed super funds

Overall household debt, asset values at record highs

Banks risk ‘unintended consequences’ from mortgage repricing

No cooling off period for the southeastern capitals

Are regulator concerns about house prices overblown?

Experts say limiting property investment is 'stupid'

Gen Y most likely to renovate

Australia top choice for foreign direct investment

Government keen to limit properties per investor

Chinese buyers remain undaunted when purchasing Australian property

More newly-built units completed than houses in December quarter

Hundreds of foreign investors must pay ATO $2.7m in fines

Two major retailers join Northpoint redevelopment

APRA's new supervisory measures for banks take hold

Fight to save Sirius building intensifies

Government rolls out new housing affordability package

Property investors eyeing opportunities in Tasmania

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