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July 21, 2026

Should I Buy a House Now in Australia in 2026?

Should you buy a house now in Australia? Why ~50% Melbourne auction clearance rates and rising listings create real opportunity for prepared buyers in 2026.

June 15, 2026

Melbourne Property Market 2026: Why Home Buyers Have an Advantage

Is now a good time to buy a house in Melbourne? Lower competition, fewer investors and softer auction conditions are creating a unique 2026 opportunity for home buyers.

May 15, 2026

Negative Gearing, Capital Gains Tax and Trusts: What the 2026 Federal Budget Really Means for Property Investors

Mario Conte explains what the 2026 Federal Budget really means for property investors, the changes to negative gearing, CGT and trusts, and what to do.

March 31, 2026

The Easter Hangover: Why Smart Capital is Striking While Melbourne Sleeps

As buyer fatigue and rate hikes slow the market, Melbourne enters a prime acquisition window. With post-auction stock rising and competition easing over Easter, strategic investors are capitalizing on off-market deals and vendor urgency to secure high-quality assets below market value.

March 26, 2026

The Melbourne Awakening: Why the 2026 “Laggard” is Your Biggest Growth Play

After years of underperformance, Melbourne is re-emerging as Australia’s strongest growth opportunity in 2026. With rising rental pressure, major infrastructure upgrades, and a widening value gap, strategic investors are moving early to secure assets before the market fully rebounds.

March 25, 2026

The February Inflation Surprise: What the 3.7% Drop Means for Melbourne Property Buyers

Australia’s February inflation eased to 3.7%, signaling potential relief—but uncertainty still looms for interest rates. For buyers in Melbourne, this creates a critical window to act before borrowing capacity tightens further, with strategic investors already moving to secure value in a shifting market.