New data shows Melbourne’s west and north bearing the brunt of a property sales collapse. Learn why these traditional first home buyer hotspots are faltering, and what buyers should watch for.

PEXA may be mandatory, but how your conveyancer connects to it makes all the difference. We maintain two networks, two platforms, and multiple signers, so your settlement doesn’t fail.

Have a short-stay property in Victoria? If it’s not let for at least 185 nights a year, you risk being charged both the short-stay levy and the Vacant Residential Land Tax. And the tax rate rises sharply over time.

The Victorian Government’s value capture policies — including Windfall Gains Tax, overlay-based stamp duty increases, and developer levies — are hitting everyday landowners. We explain what these charges are, where they apply, and how they affect property sales and purchases across the state.

Selling a home shouldn’t mean handing over your identity. Find out how to protect your personal and financial information from over-disclosure in Section 32s and post-settlement documents.

When choosing a conveyancer in Victoria, price isn't the first question you should ask. Here's what to find out first—from contract reviews to red flags to what’s not included in the fee

Adrian Portelli’s million-dollar misfire may be a headache for him, but for Victoria’s money-hungry Premier, it’s pure bliss. Stamp duty, land tax, and reality TV property fever collide in this satirical look at the state’s never-ending appetite for property revenue.

Legal risk stays with the vendor until settlement in Victoria, but buyers still need insurance from the date of sale. Here's why it's critical protection, not a legal formality.