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18th September 2026

Common Mistakes When Choosing Variable Rate Loans

How a variable rate loan changes its role as your financial priorities shift, and what that means for buyers in Kew

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17th September 2026

10 Ways to Finance a Restaurant Purchase in Toorak

What buyers need to know about securing commercial lending to purchase an established or startup restaurant business in Toorak

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16th September 2026

The easiest way to buy off-the-plan in Malvern

How first home buyers in Malvern can secure off-the-plan apartments using low deposit schemes, stamp duty concessions and planning for delayed settlement timelines.

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15th September 2026

Melbourne now has the best rental yields of any major capital city

Why falling property prices and rising rents are improving the investment equation for Melbourne buyers

Home Loans

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18th September 2026

Common Mistakes When Choosing Variable Rate Loans

How a variable rate loan changes its role as your financial priorities shift, and what that means for buyers in Kew

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3rd September 2026

Simple hacks to reduce stamp duty in Hawthorn

How Victorian first home buyers and off-the-plan purchasers can cut duty using current state and federal schemes

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1st September 2026

What Are the Best Home Loans for a Three Bedroom Home?

A guide for Brighton buyers choosing the right loan structure, deposit strategy and lender when purchasing a three bedroom property.

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29th August 2026

Smart ways to protect borrowing capacity as rates change

Interest rate movements directly affect how much you can borrow, how quickly approvals happen, and what deposit you'll need for the property you want.

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28th August 2026

Everything You Need to Know About Fixed Rate Home Loans

How fixed rate features protect your repayments, what happens when rates change, and which loan structures work for Malvern East buyers.

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27th August 2026

Smart ways to approach a holiday home loan

Buying a holiday home involves different lending criteria, deposit rules and tax considerations than owner-occupied properties. This article walks through what changes.

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18th August 2026

Unlock the secrets to home loan pre-approval in Windsor

Understand how pre-approval works, what lenders assess, and how to position yourself for a confident property search in Windsor's competitive market.

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13th August 2026

What Are Desktop Valuations on Home Loans?

Desktop valuations speed up home loan applications, but not every property qualifies. Understanding how they work helps you prepare for settlement.

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12th August 2026

Beginner's Guide to Fixed Rate Loans & Life Stages

Understanding when a fixed interest rate home loan makes sense for Canterbury buyers, from first purchase to portfolio expansion.

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11th August 2026

The easiest way to finance a retirement home in Malvern East

Understand how home loan structures, serviceability assessments, and loan features work when purchasing your retirement property in this established Melbourne suburb.

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9th August 2026

Everything You Need to Know About Home Loan Deposits

Understanding deposit requirements is the first step toward home ownership in Richmond, where knowing your options can open doors sooner than expected.

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7th August 2026

Is Your Interest Rate High and What To Do About It

A practical guide to identifying whether you're paying too much on your home loan and the steps to bring your rate down.

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6th August 2026

Top tips to structure a family loan agreement for home buying

How to formalise family contributions when buying property so the loan meets lender requirements and protects everyone involved

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4th August 2026

Top Strategies to Use Offset Accounts on Richmond Home Loans

Understanding how a linked offset account reduces interest costs and builds equity faster on your Richmond property loan

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3rd August 2026

Top tips to understand stamp duty concessions in Brighton

Brighton buyers can access significant stamp duty savings through state and federal concessions when structuring their home loan application correctly.

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31st July 2026

Proven Tips to Secure Your First Home Loan in South Yarra

From deposit planning to lender selection, what South Yarra first home buyers need to know before applying for a home loan.

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30th July 2026

Understanding the Basics of Home Loans for Outdoor Space

What Hawthorn buyers need to know when borrowing for a property with a garden, courtyard or larger outdoor area

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28th July 2026

Simple hacks to manage your money for home loans

Practical budgeting strategies that improve your borrowing capacity and help you secure the home loan you need in Camberwell.

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24th July 2026

The easiest way to stop timing the market on rates

Why watching rates and waiting for the perfect moment to lock in a home loan usually costs Windsor buyers more than making a call today

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22nd July 2026

Avoid These 5 Mistakes When Buying a Brighton Townhouse

Understanding how lenders assess townhouses differently can save you from declined applications and unexpected costs during your purchase.

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19th July 2026

Everything You Need to Know About Serviceability

Understanding how lenders assess your borrowing capacity and what Armadale buyers need to demonstrate when applying for a home loan.

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17th July 2026

Everything You Need to Know About Vacant Land Loans

Purchasing vacant land in Brighton requires different loan structures, higher deposits, and careful lender selection compared to established property purchases.

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16th July 2026

Rate Lock-ins and Break Costs: The Pros and Cons

Understanding how fixed rate home loans protect you from rate rises, and what happens if you need to exit early in Kooyong's property market.

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15th July 2026

Top 10 Ways to Organise Loan Documentation for Home Loans

How to prepare, structure and submit the right documents when applying for a home loan in Canterbury and across Victoria

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14th July 2026

When to Upgrade Your Family Home in Windsor

From young couples to growing families, understanding when your Windsor home no longer fits and how to finance the move without overextending yourself.

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12th July 2026

Variable Rate Home Loans and How They Work in Practice

Understanding how variable rate home loans respond to market conditions and what that means for your repayments in Camberwell

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8th July 2026

10 Ways to Finance Your Holiday Home Purchase

How Balwyn residents can structure their home loan application to secure a coastal retreat or mountain escape without compromising their financial position

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7th July 2026

Why Should Kooyong Buyers Consider Outdoor Space Now

How purchasing a home with more outdoor space in Kooyong affects your borrowing capacity, loan structure, and long-term financial position.

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3rd July 2026

When to Lock in Rates for a Retirement Home

How to structure finance for a retirement property when age affects lending criteria and loan features matter more than interest rates alone

Business Loans

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17th September 2026

10 Ways to Finance a Restaurant Purchase in Toorak

What buyers need to know about securing commercial lending to purchase an established or startup restaurant business in Toorak

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12th September 2026

Unlock the Secrets to Smart Business Loan Planning

Learn how Glen Iris businesses structure commercial finance to support growth, manage cash flow, and take advantage of opportunities with confidence.

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11th September 2026

Understanding the Basics of Starting a New Business

What Canterbury business owners need to know about startup business loans, working capital, and securing the right finance to get operations off the ground.

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8th September 2026

The Easiest Way to Finance a Medical Practice Building

A guide for Kooyong medical professionals looking to purchase their practice premises using commercial lending and business acquisition finance.

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19th August 2026

Top 10 Ways to Finance Equipment for Your Business

A practical guide to securing equipment finance in Surrey Hills, from loan structures to approval timelines and what lenders actually assess.

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29th July 2026

Start-up Business Loans: What Not to Do in Kooyong

Avoid common pitfalls when seeking finance for your new business venture and understand what lenders actually need to see.

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4th July 2026

The Easiest Way to Fund a Retail Shopfront Purchase

Understand how secured and unsecured business loans work for retail property buyers in Carnegie, with practical insights on loan structure and approval.

First Home Buyers

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16th September 2026

The easiest way to buy off-the-plan in Malvern

How first home buyers in Malvern can secure off-the-plan apartments using low deposit schemes, stamp duty concessions and planning for delayed settlement timelines.

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14th September 2026

Beginner's Guide to Buying a Townhouse as a First Home

What Melbourne first home buyers need to know about deposits, stamp duty, low deposit options and loan features when purchasing a townhouse

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6th September 2026

How to Choose Variable Rate Loans at Different Life Stages

A guide for first home buyers in Brighton on selecting variable rate home loans suited to your age, income, and financial priorities.

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2nd September 2026

Top Strategies to Purchase Your First Home in Armadale

Practical guidance on deposits, stamp duty concessions, and loan options to help Armadale first home buyers purchase property with confidence.

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23rd August 2026

First Home Buyers and Semi-detached Purchases in Carnegie

What Carnegie first home buyers need to know before purchasing a semi-detached house, from deposit options to stamp duty concessions.

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16th August 2026

What Not to Search for Before Securing Your Finance

The property search decisions Malvern first home buyers need to make before they start scrolling Domain and the finance preparation that matters more than the listing.

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26th July 2026

Unlock the Secrets to Fixed Rates and Offset Accounts

A practical guide for first home buyers in Kew on how fixed rate loans and offset accounts work together or separately

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18th July 2026

How to Buy Your First Home in Malvern

A practical guide for Malvern first home buyers covering eligibility, deposit requirements, stamp duty concessions, and how to structure your application.

Bridging Loans

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15th September 2026

Bridging Loans: What Not to Do When Buying a Site

How temporary finance works when you're purchasing a development site in Camberwell and need to move before your existing property sells

Investment Loans

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13th September 2026

Do you know which investment property types lenders prefer?

Not all investment properties attract the same borrowing power or interest rate. Understanding how lenders assess different property types can mean the difference between approval and decline.

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10th September 2026

When to Use an Investment Loan for a Burwood Apartment

How investment loan structure affects deposit, tax deductions and holding costs when you purchase an apartment near Burwood One or Burwood Brickworks

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31st August 2026

Investment Research & What Not to Overlook in Glen Iris

Market data alone won't protect you from a poor investment decision if the loan structure doesn't match your strategy or capacity.

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26th August 2026

Smart ways to approach rentvesting in Malvern

How to use investment loans to build wealth through rentvesting while continuing to rent in Malvern's sought-after suburbs

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22nd August 2026

Why Property Values & Rates Both Matter for Investors

How to weigh capital growth against borrowing costs when building your rental portfolio in Kooyong and beyond

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17th August 2026

Do you know how investment loan structure shapes returns?

The loan features and structuring decisions that determine whether a property investment in Armadale generates wealth or becomes a constraint on future growth.

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10th August 2026

Understanding Variable Rate Investment Loans

How variable rate terms work for Carnegie property investors and what to consider when structuring your next investment loan

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8th August 2026

Unlock the Secrets to Investment Loans in Malvern

How to structure finance for rental property that builds wealth while navigating recent legislative changes affecting property investors

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1st August 2026

Top Strategies to Finance Investment Property in Malvern

How Malvern investors can secure the right loan structure, manage new tax rules, and build a sustainable property portfolio in Melbourne's premium market.

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23rd July 2026

The Easiest Way to Finance a Prahran Investment Unit

A practical guide to structuring your investment loan for a Prahran apartment, including deposit requirements, borrowing capacity, and the taxation changes that now shape investment decisions.

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21st July 2026

Top 10 Ways to Structure Your Investment Apartment Loan

Understanding how lenders assess apartment purchases and what you can do before applying to protect borrowing capacity and access better loan features.

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13th July 2026

Smart ways to approach investment property loans

Understanding how investor finance works when purchasing an established property in Burwood and how the recent tax changes affect your borrowing structure.

Construction Loans

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8th September 2026

Simple hacks to fund your dream home build in Windsor

Construction loans cover land, council approvals, progress payments and everything between breaking ground and moving into your custom-designed home in Windsor.

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7th September 2026

Unlock the secrets to Construction Loan Structures

How progressive drawdown, fixed price contracts, and the right loan structure can support your South Yarra build without funding delays or budget blowouts.

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21st August 2026

Smart ways to approach building project funding

How construction finance works for Glen Iris buyers planning a custom build, knockdown rebuild, or major renovation with staged drawdowns

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5th August 2026

Construction Loans: What Not to Do with Extensions

How construction finance works when you're building an extension in Burwood, and the costly errors most property owners make before their first drawdown.

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2nd August 2026

Unlock the Secrets to Duplex Construction Finance

A professional guide to securing funding for dual occupancy developments in Glen Iris, including council approval, progressive draw schedules, and lender requirements.

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20th July 2026

Top 10 Ways Construction Loan Structures Work in Toorak

Understanding progressive drawdown schedules, interest calculations, and contract types when financing your Toorak build or renovation

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9th July 2026

The Easiest Way to Manage Construction Loan Risks

Understanding the financial and practical risks of building in Kew and how to structure construction funding that protects your timeline and budget.

Refinancing

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5th September 2026

Top Strategies to Refinance and Add an Offset Account

How Prahran property owners can refinance their home loan to access an offset account and reduce interest costs without changing loan amounts.

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4th September 2026

Proven Tips to Refinance & Claim Cashback Offers

Cashback offers sound appealing, but understanding how they work and what you give up to claim them matters before you refinance your Malvern property.

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30th August 2026

Do you know what refinancing could save you in Surrey Hills?

How property owners in Surrey Hills are using mortgage refinancing to reduce interest costs and improve loan features without changing properties.

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25th August 2026

Why Should You Refinance to Access Equity for Renovations?

How refinancing unlocks usable equity in your Burwood property and turns renovation plans into funded projects without selling or using personal savings.

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27th July 2026

Unlock the Secrets to Refinancing Investment Properties

How Glen Iris investors access equity, reduce loan costs, and position their portfolios for growth through strategic refinancing

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25th July 2026

What are Equity Release Loans and How Do They Work?

Discover how Richmond homeowners can access the equity in their property without selling, including cash out refinancing options and what to expect.

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6th July 2026

Proven Tips to Adjust Loan Payments When Refinancing

How changing your repayment frequency during a refinance can improve cashflow and reduce the total interest you pay over the life of your loan

SMSF Loans (Residential)

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24th August 2026

When to Consider CGT in SMSF Property Loans

Understanding how capital gains tax applies when your self-managed super fund borrows to purchase residential property in Brighton and Melbourne's bayside suburbs.

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20th August 2026

What Are SMSF Property Management Rules After 2026?

Understanding how to hold and manage residential property within a compliant self-managed super fund structure following recent legislative changes.

Commercial Loans

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15th August 2026

Simple hacks to buy a car dealership

Understanding the finance structure, security requirements, and loan terms that make acquiring an automotive dealership possible in Malvern East and beyond.

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14th August 2026

Smart ways to approach commercial development finance

How Kew-based businesses and investors can structure commercial development finance that aligns with project timelines, cashflow requirements and long-term objectives.

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11th July 2026

Why Document Preparation Defines Commercial Loan Success

The paperwork required to secure commercial finance in Toorak differs substantially from residential lending, and understanding what lenders assess can reduce approval timeframes significantly.

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10th July 2026

Common Mistakes When Buying a Data Centre

What Carnegie investors need to know about commercial property finance when purchasing data centre facilities in Australia

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5th July 2026

How to Structure Commercial Development Finance

Understanding the funding structure, drawdown mechanics, and risk considerations that shape commercial development projects in South Yarra and beyond

Mortgages

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29th July 2026

Proven Tips to Use Equity When Buying a Second Home

How to calculate usable equity, structure your loans, and avoid common pitfalls when purchasing your next property

Recent Articles

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15th September 2026

Melbourne now has the best rental yields of any major capital city

Why falling property prices and rising rents are improving the investment equation for Melbourne buyers

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4th September 2026

Rates on hold, but lenders aren’t standing still

How inflation, wages and lender pricing are shaping the outlook for borrowers ahead of the RBA’s September meeting.

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27th August 2026

Melbourne auction clearance rates rise to their highest level since February

Melbourne’s auction clearance rate recently reached its highest level in months. But stronger auctions don’t necessarily mean a broad market recovery.

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20th August 2026

What is a debt serviceability buffer and how does it affect your borrowing capacity?

Why the rate you’re assessed at can be much higher than the rate you actually pay, and what that means when you apply for a loan.

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13th August 2026

How much deposit do you need to buy an investment property in Melbourne?

Deposits are only part of the equation. Here’s how cash, equity, LMI and purchasing costs affect what Melbourne investors actually need.

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10th August 2026

Rentvesting in Melbourne: does it make sense in 2026?

Melbourne prices have softened and negative gearing rules have changed. Here's what that means for rentvestors in 2026.

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4th August 2026

How Melbourne homeowners can generate extra rental income with a granny flat

Victoria's planning changes make granny flats easier to build. Here is how Melbourne homeowners can finance one and generate rental income.

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27th July 2026

Should You Review Your Company and Investment Trust Property Loans?

How the 2026 Budget's minimum tax on discretionary trusts affects property investors, and what to do about it.

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17th July 2026

Debt recycling explained: Using a master limit facility to build wealth in the post-2026 Budget environment

With negative gearing changing for established property, debt recycling could offer equity-rich Melbourne owners a tax-effective way to build wealth. Here's how the right loan structure makes it work.

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8th July 2026

The 2026 Capital Gains Tax Overhaul: How to Invest Smartly Moving Forward

How the 2026 Budget's CGT changes affect Melbourne property investors, and what to do about it.

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2nd July 2026

Victoria's Buyer's Market: How to Snap Up Opportunity If You Structure It Right

Victoria's softer market has created real negotiating power for buyers, and here's how to structure your finance to take advantage of it.

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