Property in Australian property
Everything we've published on property — 16 expert guides and news pieces, plus 9 related free calculators.
Buy vs Rent in Australia (2026): Which Is Better?
Complete guide to the buy vs rent decision in Australia: true costs, opportunity cost of deposit, property growth assumptions, lifestyle factors, and when each option wins.
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PropertyWA Stamp Duty 2026: Rates, Thresholds & FHB Concessions
How Western Australia transfer duty works in 2026: brackets, first home buyer concessions, foreign buyer surcharges, and worked examples.
PropertyUnderstanding Stamp Duty — A Complete Guide
Transfer duties explained: what they cover, how brackets/thresholds work, concessions/surcharges, and how to estimate them.
PropertyNSW Stamp Duty 2025: Rates, Thresholds, FHB & Surcharges
How NSW stamp duty works in 2025: brackets, first home buyer concessions, foreign buyer surcharges, and examples — with a calculator.
PropertyVIC Stamp Duty 2025: Rates, Thresholds, FHB & Surcharges
How Victorian stamp duty works in 2025: brackets, first home buyer concessions, foreign buyer surcharges — plus a calculator.
NewsDownsizer Contributions: How Selling Your Home Can Boost Your Super
The downsizer contribution lets Australians aged 55+ put up to $300,000 from the sale of their home into superannuation. How it works, eligibility rules, and whether it makes sense for you.
NewsHow RBA Interest Rates Affect Your Property Costs in 2026
Understand how the RBA cash rate flows through to your mortgage repayments, borrowing power, and property costs — and what strategies can help.
PropertyWA Foreign Buyer Surcharge (2026)
Western Australia foreign buyer stamp duty surcharge in 2026: rates, who it applies to, exemptions, and how to calculate.
PropertySA Foreign Buyer Surcharge (2026)
South Australia foreign buyer stamp duty surcharge in 2026: rates, who it applies to, exemptions, and how to calculate.
PropertyTAS Foreign Buyer Surcharge (2026)
Tasmania foreign buyer stamp duty surcharge in 2026: rates, who it applies to, exemptions, and how to calculate.
PropertyACT Foreign Buyer Surcharge (2026)
Australian Capital Territory foreign buyer stamp duty surcharge in 2026: rates, who it applies to, exemptions, and how to calculate.
PropertyNT Foreign Buyer Surcharge (2026)
Northern Territory foreign buyer stamp duty surcharge in 2026: rates, who it applies to, exemptions, and how to calculate.
PropertySA Stamp Duty 2026: Rates, Thresholds & FHB Relief
South Australia stamp duty in 2026: progressive brackets, first home buyer concessions, foreign buyer surcharges.
PropertyTAS Stamp Duty 2026: Rates, Thresholds & FHB Concessions
Tasmania stamp duty in 2026: progressive brackets, first home buyer concessions, foreign investor surcharges.
PropertyACT Stamp Duty 2026: Rates, Thresholds & Duty Reform
ACT stamp duty in 2026: progressive brackets, the ongoing abolition program, first home buyer concessions.
PropertyNT Stamp Duty 2026: Rates, Thresholds & Territory Concessions
Northern Territory stamp duty in 2026: progressive brackets, Territory Home Owner Discount, first home buyer concessions.
Calculators for Property
9 free tools
PropertyStamp Duty Calculator
Calculate stamp duty and government charges for property purchases across all Australian states and territories.
Run itPropertyLenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) Calculator
Calculate LMI premiums, repayment impacts, and explore options to avoid LMI costs. Get instant estimates based on your loan amount, property value, and borrower profile.
Run itPropertyLand Tax Calculator
Estimate annual land tax based on land value and ownership, with state-specific thresholds and rates.
Run itPropertyInvestment Property Yield Calculator
Calculate gross and net rental yield, cash flow, and visualize income vs expenses for an investment property with optional loan and advanced fees.
Run itPropertyProperty Purchase Cost Calculator
Estimate the total upfront costs of buying property in Australia, including stamp duty, government fees, legal costs, inspections, insurance, and moving expenses.
Run itPropertyNegative Gearing Calculator
Calculate the tax benefits of negative gearing on an Australian investment property. See your annual tax refund, cash flow, and after-tax holding cost.
Run itPropertyCapital Gains Tax Calculator
Calculate capital gains tax (CGT) on Australian investment property. Estimate your taxable capital gain, CGT discount eligibility, tax payable, and net profit after tax.
Run itPropertyBuy vs Rent Calculator
Compare the total cost of buying vs renting a home over time. Factor in mortgage repayments, property growth, rent increases, stamp duty, holding costs, and investment returns to see which option builds more wealth.
Run itPropertyRental Yield Calculator
Calculate gross and net rental yield on an Australian investment property. Enter purchase price, weekly rent, and annual expenses to see your yield instantly.
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