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Discover the latest Australian property investment news and information for investors, homebuyers and real estate professionals. en-AU Mon, 09 Nov 2026 06:20:29 +1000 https://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/media/icons/yip-rss-square.pnghttps://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au3232 More renters, fewer listings and limited new supply are squeezing Perth's rental market, raising the prospect of rent increases in the months ahead.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/sales-might-be-cooling-but-perth-s-rental-market-is-heating-upMon, 09 Nov 2026 11:38:10 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/sales-might-be-cooling-but-perth-s-rental-market-is-heating-up The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.85%, but experienced property investor Dragan Dimovski explains why he believes good opportunities still exist in a higher-rate environment.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/rba-rates-hit-an-18-year-high-why-property-investors-shouldn-t-panicThu, 05 Nov 2026 07:03:08 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/rba-rates-hit-an-18-year-high-why-property-investors-shouldn-t-panic Co-living properties can offer attractive rental yields, but investors should understand rooming house regulations, lending policies and ongoing compliance costs before buying.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/when-does-co-living-become-a-rooming-houseThu, 05 Nov 2026 06:15:36 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/when-does-co-living-become-a-rooming-house Rental yields have reached their highest level in more than a decade amid Australia's current housing downturn. But higher mortgage costs, rising expenses and looming tax changes continue to erode ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-gain-yield-as-housing-slump-deepensMon, 02 Nov 2026 01:45:39 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-gain-yield-as-housing-slump-deepens Property values are already under pressure, but an expert argues the biggest short-term impact of higher interest rates may be on buyer and seller confidence rather than prices.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/another-rate-rise-may-hurt-confidence-before-property-valuesFri, 30 Oct 2026 06:03:21 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/another-rate-rise-may-hurt-confidence-before-property-values Major changes to CGT, negative gearing and trust taxation could reshape the way Australians hold investment property. Here's how personal ownership, trusts and companies now compare.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/property-ownership-structures-for-property-investorsTue, 27 Oct 2026 11:22:53 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/property-ownership-structures-for-property-investors Discover which upgrades, from kitchens and bathrooms to solar and outdoor spaces, could offer the strongest ROI for your investment property.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/return-on-investment-investment-property-upgradesMon, 26 Oct 2026 01:07:39 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/return-on-investment-investment-property-upgrades Industrial, retail, office or medical? Explore Australia's main commercial property sectors and discover which may best suit your SMSF investment strategy.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/which-commercial-sector-is-right-for-smsf-investors-a-practical-guideTue, 20 Oct 2026 12:12:28 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/which-commercial-sector-is-right-for-smsf-investors-a-practical-guide Australia's tax changes have altered the investment property equation. Under model assumptions, compare new builds and established homes on returns, costs and growth potential.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/new-build-or-established-the-post-budget-guide-investment-propertyMon, 19 Oct 2026 05:44:41 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/new-build-or-established-the-post-budget-guide-investment-property This year's spring selling season is off to a weak start, with home sales slumping, listings piling up and higher interest rates weighing on buyer confidence.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/listings-pile-up-as-sellers-lose-bargaining-powerThu, 15 Oct 2026 04:15:50 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/listings-pile-up-as-sellers-lose-bargaining-power Latest Cotality report reveals gross rental yields have climbed to their highest level since August 2019, yet surging borrowing and holding costs are putting many new investors in negative cash flow ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rental-yields-hit-7-year-highThu, 08 Oct 2026 04:52:42 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rental-yields-hit-7-year-high Commercial property buyers are becoming more active as attractive yields and long-term fundamentals beat interest rate uncertainty.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/why-commercial-property-is-winning-investor-attentionWed, 07 Oct 2026 01:16:11 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/why-commercial-property-is-winning-investor-attention Not sure whether to build or buy an investment property? Compare upfront costs, value growth, tax implications and financing options before making your decision.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/new-build-vs-established-propertyFri, 23 Oct 2026 06:10:21 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/new-build-vs-established-property Perth housing market is cooling, but rising population, limited supply and strong WA economic fundamentals suggest a crash remains unlikely.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/6-reasons-the-perth-property-market-is-not-about-to-crashThu, 01 Oct 2026 03:08:34 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/6-reasons-the-perth-property-market-is-not-about-to-crash Cotality and PropTrack revealed Australia’s housing downturn deepened in September, with home values falling for a sixth consecutive month.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/home-prices-slide-builders-pull-back-as-housing-shortage-persistsWed, 30 Sep 2026 07:56:31 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/home-prices-slide-builders-pull-back-as-housing-shortage-persists Learn the key differences between short-term and long-term rental strategies, and discover which may better suit your investment goals.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/airbnb-or-traditional-leasing-choosing-the-right-rental-strategyFri, 09 Oct 2026 01:09:49 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/airbnb-or-traditional-leasing-choosing-the-right-rental-strategy Commercial property finance differs from residential lending, which can make the transition daunting for SMSF investors. Learn what lenders look for and how investors can improve their chances of ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/is-commercial-property-harder-to-finance-than-residential-a-practical-guideThu, 24 Sep 2026 05:51:48 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/is-commercial-property-harder-to-finance-than-residential-a-practical-guide Australia's CGT reforms begin on 1 July 2027. A valuation may not be mandatory, but it could prove valuable when it's time to sell.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/2027-property-valuation-under-new-cgt-rulesTue, 22 Sep 2026 07:32:34 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/2027-property-valuation-under-new-cgt-rules Australia has tried restricting negative gearing before. A property adviser examines what happened then, predicts what would happen in the near term, and explains why investors should pay attention ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/australia-s-negative-gearing-experiment-failed-why-repeat-itMon, 21 Sep 2026 12:32:37 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/australia-s-negative-gearing-experiment-failed-why-repeat-it Strategic commercial investors don't just sit back and wait for capital growth. They identify ways to increase income, unlock hidden value and accelerate portfolio expansion.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/how-value-add-strategies-can-boost-commercial-property-returnsThu, 17 Sep 2026 05:44:12 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/how-value-add-strategies-can-boost-commercial-property-returns The housing market slowdown has not made detached homes more affordable with buyers increasingly shifting towards medium-density housing, a new Domain report has found.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/buyers-ditch-the-quarter-acre-dream-shift-to-medium-density-housingThu, 17 Sep 2026 08:56:56 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/buyers-ditch-the-quarter-acre-dream-shift-to-medium-density-housing Apartment investors in Sydney and Melbourne are feeling the downturn first, accounting for more than 80% of unit resale losses nationally as Australia's record run of property profits begins to fade.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/housing-downturn-hits-units-first-as-resale-profits-begin-to-fadeTue, 15 Sep 2026 04:52:50 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/housing-downturn-hits-units-first-as-resale-profits-begin-to-fade Is Australia's property market in crisis or simply going through a cycle? Learn the key signs investors should watch and the risks to avoid.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/alan-greenstein/crisis-or-cycle-how-investors-can-tell-the-difference-in-today-s-property-marketTue, 15 Sep 2026 09:26:03 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/alan-greenstein/crisis-or-cycle-how-investors-can-tell-the-difference-in-today-s-property-market Discover the key steps to building a property portfolio, from setting investment goals and securing finance to leveraging equity and expanding.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/how-to-build-a-property-portfolioFri, 09 Oct 2026 01:08:21 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/how-to-build-a-property-portfolio Luxury developers were among the biggest winners at the 9th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) held recently in Sydney.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/luxury-developers-dominate-at-2026-propertyguru-asia-property-awards-australiaThu, 10 Sep 2026 05:18:00 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/luxury-developers-dominate-at-2026-propertyguru-asia-property-awards-australia For SMSF investors moving from residential into commercial property, the search process can feel like stepping into a different world. Listings are fewer and information often less transparent. Find ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/where-do-smsf-investors-find-quality-commercial-properties-a-practical-guideThu, 24 Sep 2026 04:02:54 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/where-do-smsf-investors-find-quality-commercial-properties-a-practical-guide Commercial property can offer regular income, long-term leases and portfolio diversification. Discover why more investors are considering commercial assets.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/why-more-investors-are-considering-commercial-assetsTue, 01 Sep 2026 08:55:07 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/why-more-investors-are-considering-commercial-assets Property investors may be finding a silver lining in Australia’s recent housing downturn with sellers increasingly forced to compete for buyers.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-gain-leverage-as-housing-slowdown-broadensTue, 01 Sep 2026 09:47:19 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-gain-leverage-as-housing-slowdown-broadens Commercial property is defying the housing downturn in 2026. Rethink Group CEO Scott O'Neill explains why investors are increasingly shifting their focus.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/why-commercial-property-is-defying-the-housing-downturnThu, 27 Aug 2026 11:53:01 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/why-commercial-property-is-defying-the-housing-downturn Australia’s negative gearing rules are changing from 1 July 2027. Here’s what the reforms mean for existing investors, new property buyers, cash flow and tax planning.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/what-investors-should-know-about-the-negative-gearing-changesFri, 21 Aug 2026 11:12:22 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/what-investors-should-know-about-the-negative-gearing-changes Australia's housing market isn't one uniform market. Here's why investors should look beyond dramatic headlines and focus on local conditions.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/there-s-no-such-thing-as-the-australian-property-marketTue, 18 Aug 2026 04:48:19 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/there-s-no-such-thing-as-the-australian-property-market Australia’s property profit boom is showing signs of fading, but investors in Perth and Brisbane are still cashing in, a new Domain report revealed.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/perth-brisbane-defy-national-slowdown-in-property-profitabilityWed, 05 Aug 2026 08:25:48 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/perth-brisbane-defy-national-slowdown-in-property-profitability Australia’s housing downturn has deepened further with fresh data showing even former standout performers Brisbane and Adelaide are now losing momentum.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/housing-slump-spreads-across-australiaMon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:18 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/housing-slump-spreads-across-australia Avoid costly tax return errors in 2026. Learn the most common property investor mistakes, from rental deductions and depreciation to record keeping and borrowing costs.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/10-tax-return-mistakes-property-investors-make-in-2026Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:30:39 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/10-tax-return-mistakes-property-investors-make-in-2026 Use this checklist to set clear goals, research the market, review your finances and choose the right loan for your first investment property purchase.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/investment-property-tips-for-first-time-investorsTue, 28 Jul 2026 03:23:52 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/investment-property-tips-for-first-time-investors The residential property market is entering a new phase. Discover why experienced investors are reassessing capital allocation and considering commercial assets.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/what-fy27-s-new-residential-market-reality-means-for-investorsWed, 05 Aug 2026 08:37:46 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/what-fy27-s-new-residential-market-reality-means-for-investors Learn the key differences between interest-only and principal & interest investment loans, including repayments, cash flow, equity growth and long-term costs.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/what-s-the-difference-between-principal-interest-and-interest-only-loansTue, 28 Jul 2026 12:12:41 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/what-s-the-difference-between-principal-interest-and-interest-only-loans Working harder is no longer enough to get ahead financially. Here's why asset ownership, not income alone, is the key to building long-term wealth.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/hard-work-won-t-make-you-rich-anymoreThu, 09 Jul 2026 04:52:26 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/hard-work-won-t-make-you-rich-anymore New Domain and Cotality data suggest investors are adjusting rents as negative gearing changes loom, driving stronger rental growth in June quarter 2026.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/landlords-lift-rents-as-policy-changes-loomThu, 09 Jul 2026 09:33:33 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/landlords-lift-rents-as-policy-changes-loom Interest rates grab headlines, but vacancy rates, rents, migration, housing supply, and lending patterns often tell a clearer story for property investors.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/what-property-investors-should-watch-instead-of-interest-ratesFri, 03 Jul 2026 11:31:07 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/what-property-investors-should-watch-instead-of-interest-rates Australia’s housing market has entered its ninth downturn in three decades, with Sydney and Melbourne expected to record the sharpest price falls, a Domain report reveals.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/sydney-melbourne-to-lead-housing-market-correctionThu, 02 Jul 2026 05:43:52 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/sydney-melbourne-to-lead-housing-market-correction Discover the Rule of 72 and how it reveals how long it takes to double your money, plus how it applies to debt and inflation.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/rule-of-72-a-simple-formula-to-predict-investment-growthThu, 02 Jul 2026 09:24:03 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/rule-of-72-a-simple-formula-to-predict-investment-growth A guide to what lenders look for in investment property loan applications, including eligibility criteria, credit score, and borrowing capacity.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/what-lenders-look-for-your-investment-loan-applicationsTue, 30 Jun 2026 11:46:12 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/what-lenders-look-for-your-investment-loan-applications EOFY is more than a tax deadline. Learn how property investors can use the end of financial year reviews to assess cash flow, strategy and portfolio performance.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/eofy-is-a-wake-up-call-for-property-investors-not-just-a-tax-deadlineMon, 06 Jul 2026 12:08:57 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/scott-oneill/eofy-is-a-wake-up-call-for-property-investors-not-just-a-tax-deadline Plan ahead before selling your investment property. Learn how timing, CGT strategies and deductions can reduce your tax bill and boost after-tax returns.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/selling-an-investment-property-tax-planning-strategies-to-reduce-cgtThu, 25 Jun 2026 07:01:16 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/mark-chapman/selling-an-investment-property-tax-planning-strategies-to-reduce-cgt Australians will no longer be allowed to purchase residential properties through self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs), the Prime Minister’s Office has confirmed.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/smsfs-blocked-from-borrowing-to-buy-homes-under-labor-greens-dealTue, 23 Jun 2026 05:33:12 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/smsfs-blocked-from-borrowing-to-buy-homes-under-labor-greens-deal Australian Budget reforms to negative gearing and CGT are reshaping property investing, pushing investors to rethink direct ownership and explore private credit.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/tom-cranfield/budget-reforms-drive-aussie-investors-to-rethink-property-exposureTue, 23 Jun 2026 03:58:49 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/tom-cranfield/budget-reforms-drive-aussie-investors-to-rethink-property-exposure Learn the difference between positive and negative gearing in property investment, including the benefits, risks, and proposed tax changes to consider.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/guide-to-positive-gearing-and-negative-gearingMon, 29 Jun 2026 02:56:32 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/strategy/guide-to-positive-gearing-and-negative-gearing Learn how to use home equity to buy an investment property, including refinancing, cross-collateralisation, and key risks and considerations.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/how-to-use-equity-to-buy-an-investment-propertyMon, 29 Jun 2026 06:37:06 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-finance/how-to-use-equity-to-buy-an-investment-property Perth’s property market faces pressure from interest rates and tax changes, but strong WA jobs, migration, and tight rentals continue to support prices.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/perth-property-market-pulled-in-two-directionsThu, 11 Jun 2026 04:20:57 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/perth-property-market-pulled-in-two-directions