Why residential property outcomes are rarely as straightforward as investors expect.

Two townhouses. Same street. Similar purchase price. Comparable rent. On paper, they look almost interchangeable. Yet a year or two later, one investor feels quietly comfortable, while the other is questioning what went wrong. That contrast isn’t unusual. Residential property often presents as simple; buy well, rent it out, wait, but outcomes are shaped by a combination of small variables that don’t always appear in listings, online … Continue reading Why residential property outcomes are rarely as straightforward as investors expect.

Smart strategies for growth in Australia’s high-price property market

Breaking into the property market has never been tougher. Affordability pressures continue to reshape the investment landscape, demanding sharper strategies from those determined to grow their portfolios. With Sydney’s median house price approaching $1.72 million and Melbourne’s climbing to $1.06 million, investors in these cities face higher entry costs and more intense competition. Yet confidence is returning. In August 2025, the national preliminary auction clearance … Continue reading Smart strategies for growth in Australia’s high-price property market

Flex living in micro apartments: Why investors are taking notice

Amid the current Australian housing constraints, young professionals, first-time buyers and investors who prioritise location over space are increasingly driving demand for smaller properties. A 17 square metre micro-apartment in Bondi beach recently sold for $511,000, showcasing the high prices some people are willing to pay, especially in highly desirable locations. In Australia, studio apartment sizes typically range from 30 to 50 square metres. In … Continue reading Flex living in micro apartments: Why investors are taking notice

A quick guide to investing in Aged care and Retirement living

As Australia’s population ages, the demand for high-quality aged care and retirement living facilities continues to rise. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 25% of the Australian population was aged 55 and over in 2024. This demographic shift has increased demand for senior-specific housing, like ‘retirement villages’ or seniors housing,’ which provide flexible care and services that support independent living or adjust as needs … Continue reading A quick guide to investing in Aged care and Retirement living

Build-to-rent – A potential game changer in Australia’s propertymarket – Realty Talk

As Australia continues to grapple with a growing demand for housing, the Federal government has set ambitious targets to put 1.2 million more homes in circulation by 2029. To achieve this, bureaucratic obstacles are being challenged, and approvals for developments are expected to flow more smoothly in the coming years. However, amid this backdrop of housing reforms, another potential solution is waiting in the wings. … Continue reading Build-to-rent – A potential game changer in Australia’s propertymarket – Realty Talk

Exploring diverse investment opportunities in real estate

With the Australian residential real estate market amounting to $11.1 trillion and the Australian commercial real estate market reaching $1.3 trillion at the start of 2025, this lucrative industry with its potential for long-term growth, diversification and various income streams, stands out as a resilient and rewarding investment option, with a multitude of lucrative avenues for investors to explore. Among the various types of property … Continue reading Exploring diverse investment opportunities in real estate

Where to Invest for First-Time Investors

At a time when housing prices in the most affordable quarter of the Australian residential property market are soaring, the idea of entering the realm of investment property in this fluctuating market for the first time is both thrilling and daunting. Despite the risks involved with property investment, the residential real estate sector remains a significant contributor to the Australian economy, totalling a staggering $10.4 … Continue reading Where to Invest for First-Time Investors

Investors expected to flock to The Block auctions this weekend

BMT Tax Depreciation has identified a staggering amount of depreciation tax deductions on this season of The Block. Bradley Beer, Chief Executive Officer of BMT, anticipates that this will attract many investors to the auctions, which take place this Saturday 5 November. Mr Beer revealed the eye watering amount of total depreciation deductions in the properties to be more than thirty million dollars – the … Continue reading Investors expected to flock to The Block auctions this weekend

BMT Tax Depreciation purchased by long-standing executive team

BMT Tax Depreciation, Australia’s leading provider of tax depreciation schedules, says that clients can continue to expect the highest deductions and an enhanced customer experience following the BMT Executive Team’s recent acquisition of the business. The business last transacted in 2015 at a value of $65 million when founding partners exited, offloading their combined 78 percent share. At that time the majority was snapped up … Continue reading BMT Tax Depreciation purchased by long-standing executive team

Proof Investors are not the driving force behind property price hikes

A study conducted by BMT Tax Depreciation, Australia’s leading supplier of tax depreciation schedules, has revealed that the average Australian investment property value is well below the average value of all national dwellings reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. BMT, who have prepared almost 800,000 depreciation schedules for investment properties, looked at the average purchase price of properties for which it prepared tax depreciation … Continue reading Proof Investors are not the driving force behind property price hikes