The Olympics as a catalyst for SEQ property
Winning the 2032 Olympics has put SEQ particularly Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast squarely in the spotlight. But the impact is unlikely to be limited to just the venues and games precincts. The Olympics can serve as a strategic pivot: a trigger for accelerated...
Are We Adding Fuel To The Fire For First Home Buyers?
The recent expansion of Australia’s First Home Buyer / Home Guarantee (or First Home Guarantee) scheme enabling first-time buyers to enter the market with just a 5 per cent deposit, removing income caps, and raising property price caps is poised to shift dynamics in...
Stamp Duty vs Land Tax: Weighing the Pros and Cons
Property ownership in Australia comes with tax obligations, the two most debated being stamp duty and land tax. While both raise significant revenue for state governments, their structure and impact on buyers, sellers and the broader market are very different....