https://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au Welcome to YIP! Discover the latest Australian property investment news and information for investors, homebuyers and real estate professionals. en-AU Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:13:42 +1000 https://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/media/icons/yip-rss-square.pnghttps://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au3232 Kick off the year with an SMSF health check. This checklist can help trustees keep their fund compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with its documented strategy.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-health-check-essentialsTue, 23 Dec 2025 06:42:41 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-health-check-essentials The 20th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Series culminated in a night recognising outstanding real estate achievements across Asia Pacific.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-property-awards-series-2025-winnersThu, 18 Dec 2025 09:25:05 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-property-awards-series-2025-winners PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit 2025 (ARES 2025) brought industry leaders together in Bangkok to discuss trusted marketplaces, digital resilience and thriving communities across the Asia Pacific.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-real-estate-summit-2025Thu, 18 Dec 2025 02:22:55 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-real-estate-summit-2025 The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Board wrapped up its final monetary policy meeting for the year, leaving the cash rate unchanged at 3.60%.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rba-holds-cash-rate-at-3-60-at-final-2025-meetingTue, 09 Dec 2025 03:46:31 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rba-holds-cash-rate-at-3-60-at-final-2025-meeting Homeownership in Australia has fallen sharply since its 1960s peak. Discover the key drivers behind the decline, the role of intergenerational wealth, and what the future may hold for buyers, renters,...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/60-years-of-homeownership-how-we-got-here-and-what-s-nextWed, 03 Dec 2025 02:39:30 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/60-years-of-homeownership-how-we-got-here-and-what-s-next Investors are expected to continue driving Australia’s property price growth despite headwinds from stretched affordability, interest rates, and macroprudential settings.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-power-ahead-as-home-values-lift-in-novemberTue, 02 Dec 2025 03:56:34 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investors-power-ahead-as-home-values-lift-in-november Learn how to build an SMSF investment strategy. Understand ATO rules, objectives, asset allocation, diversification, risk, liquidity and reviews.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/laying-the-foundation-for-your-smsf-investment-strategyFri, 28 Nov 2025 03:32:18 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/laying-the-foundation-for-your-smsf-investment-strategy APRA will cap high debt-to-income lending for the first time, limiting banks to writing no more than 20% of new mortgages with DTI ratios above six as investor borrowing accelerates.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/apra-sets-first-debt-to-income-cap-on-home-loans-as-investor-lending-surgesThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:09:15 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/apra-sets-first-debt-to-income-cap-on-home-loans-as-investor-lending-surges Learn the differences between individual and corporate trustees for your SMSF. Compare costs, risks, admin requirements and discover which structure may suit your needs.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-trustee-structures-explained-individual-vs-corporateThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:39:58 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-trustee-structures-explained-individual-vs-corporate Learn 10 essential rules for investing in Australia’s rising property market. Avoid common mistakes, stay strategic, and position your portfolio for long-term growth.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/10-rules-for-investing-in-australia-s-rising-property-marketMon, 24 Nov 2025 03:41:53 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/10-rules-for-investing-in-australia-s-rising-property-market Young Australians are more educated and connected than ever, but face soaring housing costs, higher debts, and mental health pressures. Here’s why knowing this matters for property investors.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/will-young-australians-be-better-off-than-their-parentsMon, 24 Nov 2025 01:30:04 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/will-young-australians-be-better-off-than-their-parents Learn how refinancing an SMSF loan works, the rules you must follow, lender requirements, potential savings, and common risks trustees should consider.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/discover-your-potential-savings-through-refinancingThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:40:42 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/discover-your-potential-savings-through-refinancing Investment lending has surged to record levels in the September quarter, prompting fresh scrutiny from regulators.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investor-lending-hits-record-high-in-septemberThu, 13 Nov 2025 12:39:49 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/investor-lending-hits-record-high-in-september New homes can embed huge taxes and charges. We unpack the numbers, ongoing taxes, and strategies to reduce the burden – without breaching the rules.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/ken-raiss/why-residential-property-is-australia-s-most-taxed-assetThu, 06 Nov 2025 02:02:15 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/ken-raiss/why-residential-property-is-australia-s-most-taxed-asset Australia’s building pipeline saw a sharp rebound in September, driven largely by a surge in apartment approvals, according to the latest data from the ABS.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/apartment-approvals-surge-in-september-absWed, 05 Nov 2025 09:49:59 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/apartment-approvals-surge-in-september-abs Compare SMSF property investing – rules, risks, reporting – with industry fund convenience and diversification. Find the structure that fits your retirement goals.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-vs-industry-super-get-your-retirement-strategy-rightFri, 31 Oct 2025 04:47:02 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-vs-industry-super-get-your-retirement-strategy-right The housing shortage is far from over. Find out why Australia's housing crisis will persist for at least another decade.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/why-our-housing-shortage-will-drag-on-for-another-decadeMon, 27 Oct 2025 03:40:41 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/why-our-housing-shortage-will-drag-on-for-another-decade Perth’s spring listings have fallen below 3,000, sparking renewed price growth. With rate cuts and rising demand, the city’s property market gains a second wind.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/listings-dry-up-as-perth-housing-market-rebounds-againThu, 23 Oct 2025 11:11:21 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/listings-dry-up-as-perth-housing-market-rebounds-again Rising housing costs aren’t just hurting affordability – they’re changing love, marriage, and divorce rates across Australia. Here’s how property is reshaping our lives.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/how-soaring-house-prices-trap-couples-togetherWed, 22 Oct 2025 01:24:31 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/how-soaring-house-prices-trap-couples-together Discover how the Brisbane 2032 Olympics is set to transform Southeast Queensland. Learn which suburbs property investors should keep an eye on now.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/brisbane-2032-olympics-a-game-changer-for-property-investorsTue, 21 Oct 2025 10:40:04 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/brisbane-2032-olympics-a-game-changer-for-property-investors Australia’s property investment market is heating up, with new data showing investors currently account for the largest share of new lending since 2017.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rental-crunch-and-rate-cuts-spark-investor-boomFri, 17 Oct 2025 09:52:50 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/rental-crunch-and-rate-cuts-spark-investor-boom Australia’s property market hits $11.8 trillion after September gains, with Darwin leading growth. Experts say $12 trillion could be reached by year’s end.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/australia-s-property-market-now-worth-11-8-trillionFri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:03 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/australia-s-property-market-now-worth-11-8-trillion Spring is often considered the peak homebuying season, but is the surge in property sales a fact or a myth? We explore the data, expert insights, and tips investors can use to make the most of the ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/selling-property/the-season-of-soldTue, 14 Oct 2025 02:31:17 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/selling-property/the-season-of-sold Spring is known as the prime selling season, but does it truly deliver better prices and faster sales? Explore data on seasonal price premiums, auction clearance rates, and city-by-city performance to...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/selling-property/does-spring-really-bring-better-salesTue, 14 Oct 2025 04:32:26 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/selling-property/does-spring-really-bring-better-sales First-home buying isn’t a simple endeavour. InfoChoice Editor Harrison Astbury shares candid lessons from his own property hunt—covering auctions, agents, brokers, emotions, and the realities no one ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-tips/what-i-wish-i-knew-about-property-buying-as-a-first-home-buyerTue, 14 Oct 2025 02:11:47 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-tips/what-i-wish-i-knew-about-property-buying-as-a-first-home-buyer Discover why tax depreciation is a powerful tool for property investors. Learn how Division 40 and 43 deductions improve cash flow, maximise ROI, and strengthen your investment case with professional ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/tax-strategy/feasibility-first-how-depreciation-strengthens-your-investment-caseWed, 08 Oct 2025 05:37:54 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/tax-strategy/feasibility-first-how-depreciation-strengthens-your-investment-case The 8th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) hosted its first Sydney gala, recognising the nation’s top developers and projects with international appeal across 20 categories.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-property-awards-australia-debuts-in-sydneyThu, 02 Oct 2025 07:01:49 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/propertyguru-asia-property-awards-australia-debuts-in-sydney Discover why Bendigo, Ballarat, and Armstrong Creek are top regional Victoria property investment locations.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/anissa-cavallo/regional-victoria-property-growth-areas-to-watchTue, 30 Sep 2025 04:29:49 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/anissa-cavallo/regional-victoria-property-growth-areas-to-watch When everyone uses the same AI and datasets, no one has an edge. Learn how averages, heatmaps, and hype can mislead – and why experience beats algorithms.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/ai-powered-buyers-agents-are-not-the-edge-you-thinkTue, 30 Sep 2025 12:52:39 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/ai-powered-buyers-agents-are-not-the-edge-you-think Can you renovate with an SMSF loan? Learn what repairs and maintenance are allowed, what counts as improvements, and how to avoid costly compliance traps.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/renovating-a-property-with-an-smsf-loanThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:42:26 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/renovating-a-property-with-an-smsf-loan Compare SMSF commercial loans and traditional commercial loans for property investors. Learn the differences in eligibility, LVRs, risks, and flexibility to choose the best option for your strategy.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-commercial-loans-vs-traditional-commercial-loansThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:43:29 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/smsf-commercial-loans-vs-traditional-commercial-loans More women are entering Australia’s property market with purpose and strategy. Discover how an Aussie firm is empowering them to build lasting wealth.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/breaking-barriers-women-building-wealth-through-propertyTue, 02 Sep 2025 10:55:35 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/breaking-barriers-women-building-wealth-through-property Perth house prices surge again, outpacing Brisbane and Sydney. What’s driving the boom, and can it last through 2025?http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/perth-house-prices-surge-again-can-the-momentum-holdTue, 02 Sep 2025 09:37:50 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/perth-house-prices-surge-again-can-the-momentum-hold Discover the 7 key signs of a high-growth investment property. From location and gentrification to scarcity and strategy, learn how to spot assets that could double in value sooner.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/7-signs-your-investment-property-will-double-in-value-soonerWed, 27 Aug 2025 11:52:25 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/7-signs-your-investment-property-will-double-in-value-sooner Victoria will ban rent bidding from October 2025. Will it ease rental stress or just mask the real issue of a chronic housing shortage?http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/victoria-rent-bidding-banFri, 22 Aug 2025 06:32:19 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/victoria-rent-bidding-ban Thinking of managing your rental property yourself? Compare self-management vs property managers, including costs, workload, and risks, to choose wisely.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-management/self-management-vs-property-managers-costs-workload-and-risksThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:44:10 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/property-management/self-management-vs-property-managers-costs-workload-and-risks Many Gen X Aussies are unprepared for retirement. Learn why now is the time to act, and how to build a plan for financial freedom in later life.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/why-gen-xers-need-to-start-thinking-about-retirementWed, 06 Aug 2025 02:37:17 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/why-gen-xers-need-to-start-thinking-about-retirement Offset accounts and redraw facilities both save interest, but which suits investors best? Compare features, pros and cons, and find the right fit for your strategy.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/understanding-offset-accounts-and-redraw-facilities-for-investment-loansThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:44:47 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/understanding-offset-accounts-and-redraw-facilities-for-investment-loans Australia's home values continued to track upwards in July, according to the latest data from Cotality's Home Value Index (HVI).http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/cotality-hvi-july-2025Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:28:25 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/cotality-hvi-july-2025 Discover the upcoming 2025 rental reforms in Victoria, including changes to eviction rules, minimum standards, notice periods, and landlord compliance tips.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/vic-rental-reforms-2025-what-landlords-need-to-knowMon, 28 Jul 2025 03:44:05 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/vic-rental-reforms-2025-what-landlords-need-to-know Discover why walkable suburbs in Australia can boost property value, attract quality tenants, and offer stronger returns for smart investors.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/why-walkability-matters-in-property-investmentMon, 28 Jul 2025 09:51:09 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/brett-warren/why-walkability-matters-in-property-investment Discover how remote work and regional migration are reshaping where Australians live, and how savvy property investors can capitalise on the trend.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/remote-work-and-regional-livingThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:45:47 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/remote-work-and-regional-living The proposed tax on unrealised capital gains in super balances over $3 million could hit middle-income Australians using property to fund retirement.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/anissa-cavallo/unrealised-gains-tax-threatens-property-investors-retirement-plansMon, 21 Jul 2025 04:30:10 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/anissa-cavallo/unrealised-gains-tax-threatens-property-investors-retirement-plans Millennials aren’t abandoning the Great Australian Dream – they’re reinventing it. Discover how they’re reshaping suburbia and driving a new housing trend.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/how-millennials-are-reinventing-the-great-australian-dreamMon, 21 Jul 2025 10:36:38 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/expert-insights/michael-yardney/how-millennials-are-reinventing-the-great-australian-dream Tax time doesn't have to be a headache for landlords. Learn how to legally maximise your deductions, navigate taxes, and decide if a trust is right for your property portfolio with expert insights ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/tax-strategy/tax-guide-and-tips-for-landlordsTue, 15 Jul 2025 11:10:28 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/tax-strategy/tax-guide-and-tips-for-landlords Offering your investment property through short-stay platforms might look like a fast track to higher rental yields, but the reality is, it’s far from a set-and-forget strategy.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/to-airbnb-or-not-to-airbnbTue, 15 Jul 2025 10:55:56 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/investment-guides/to-airbnb-or-not-to-airbnb Regional Australia is no longer a short-lived pandemic trend. With strong capital growth, rising rents, and lifestyle appeal, regional markets are outpacing capital cities, offering investors real ...http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/market-analysis/the-rise-of-the-regionsMon, 14 Jul 2025 07:42:34 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/market-analysis/the-rise-of-the-regions Thinking of using your SMSF to buy a beachside rental? Discover the ATO rules, tax risks, and lending requirements before making the move.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/buying-a-coastal-rental-with-your-smsfThu, 27 Nov 2025 11:46:33 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/smsf/buying-a-coastal-rental-with-your-smsf Home values rose 2.4% in H1 2025 as interest rate cuts fuel buyer sentiment. Every capital city saw gains, with Darwin, Perth and Brisbane leading the charge.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/cotality-hvi-june-2025Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:03:18 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/cotality-hvi-june-2025 Discover why Mount Gambier is fast becoming Australia’s top regional investment hotspot, with soaring growth, lifestyle perks, and untapped potential.http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/mount-gambier-australia-s-next-investment-powerhouseThu, 26 Jun 2025 04:35:13 +1000http://www.yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au/news/mount-gambier-australia-s-next-investment-powerhouse