NEWS, TIPS & RESOURCES

Owning property in the Illawarra region is a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its share of challenges. Whether you have a single rental home or multiple investment properties, managing them effectively takes time, knowledge, and dedication. That’s where professional property care solutions come in. They help you protect your investment, maximise returns, and reduce stress. I want to share with you why trusting the right property care partner makes all the differen

Housing has formed a major part of the 2026 federal budget, and property, along with other assets, are set be taxed differently. But what are the likely impacts? What has been announced From 1 July 2027, the 50% capital gains tax (CGT) discount that applies to assets held for more than one year will revert to an indexation method that was in place until 1999. In general, those changes mean that realised capital gains will be taxed only on the asset's real return. So, when s

Matt Borg Matt Borg Real Estate - Licensed Agent Investor Report: 2026 Property Market Overview As 2026 unfolds, property investors are looking for clear signals from the residential market. While the most recent month has seen limited transaction activity, taking a broader view reveals several noteworthy trends that can inform investment decisions. With monthly sales volumes in the low single digits or even zero in some areas, the short-term data can be volatile. This makes

The Australian property market continues to evolve. March has confirmed what many in the industry are already observing — we are now firmly in a two-speed market. National Snapshot – Growth Slowing, But Still Positive Nationally, housing values recorded a modest rise of approximately 0.3% in March, bringing annual growth to around 9.4%. While this is still strong, the key takeaway is that momentum is clearly moderating compared to the rapid growth seen through 2024–2025. Medi