Rezoning can increase land value overnight, but it may also trigger Windfall Gains Tax. Here’s what Victorian buyers and sellers need to understand before it becomes an expensive surprise.

Many Melbourne homeowners are discovering their properties may be under consideration for heritage protection. Here is how heritage overlays work, why they appear in planning certificates, and what buyers and sellers should look for before committing to a property transaction.

If a real estate agent is talking, you are being sold a story. Some are harmless. Some are expensive. This article explains how to recognise sales talk, why urgency is often manufactured, and why only what is written in the contract actually matters.

Victorian houses are full of character, but they can hide serious issues. This guide explains the key things to check when buying a Victorian home, from damp and movement to unapproved renovations, planning controls and long-term repair costs.

House prices do not rise because of capital gains tax. They rise because demand keeps outpacing supply. This article explains why population growth is the real engine behind rising Australian property prices, and why tax settings only affect behaviour at the edges.

Owner Builder Warranty Insurance is one of those Victorian property requirements that sounds reassuring but delivers little. Required in limited situations, it creates stress and delay without improving building quality or buyer protection. Here is how it really works and why it matters anyway.

Living near the Yarra River is no longer cheap, but it is still possible. These Melbourne suburbs remain comparatively affordable while offering access to river trails, parkland, and transport.

Buying an apartment on a tram or train line can boost rental demand, but it also brings risks many buyers only discover after settlement. Here is what works, what does not, and what you should check before committing.

One bedroom apartments can look affordable and easy to rent, but many struggle with growth and resale. Here’s what Victorian buyers need to understand before investing.

Some lessons never change. If you rush, ignore warning signs, or chase deals that look too good to be true, property will punish you. This article breaks down the quiet truths every first home buyer in Victoria needs to understand before signing a contract.

If you are buying property in Victoria in 2026, knowing what to look for matters as much as where you buy. This article explains how to assess property risk, location pitfalls, and contract issues before committing.

If you are deciding where to buy in 2026, suburb lists are only the starting point. This guide explains what to look for in Victoria, what to avoid, and the checks that matter before you sign, including contract, Section 32, owners corporation, planning, and building clues that can save you from an expensive mistake.

Signing in at an open home feels routine, but regulators are now paying close attention. Australia’s privacy watchdog is reviewing how personal information is collected at property inspections. This article explains why it matters, what risks exist, and what buyers, sellers and agents should be aware of before it becomes an issue.

Energy efficiency is now a popular selling point in Victorian property listings. But many homes marketed as “eco-friendly” have had minimal upgrades. Here’s what buyers should know before relying on green claims.

The REIV building condition was meant to tighten things up. Instead, one small wording change has rewritten the risk for vendors. By removing the word “structural” and widening who can prepare reports, the contract now allows opinion driven exits that vendors are only discovering once it’s too late.

The REIV contract has changed again. Vendors are now expected to disclose more, respond faster, and carry risks they probably did not realise they agreed to. A practical and comical look at what the latest contract changes really mean for sellers in Victoria.

Melbourne did not boom when other cities did. That reset now sets it apart in 2025 as rental pressure builds, population growth accelerates and other capitals face affordability ceilings.

The State Revenue Office has released a draft ruling that could allow duty to be charged on certain tax liabilities the purchaser agrees to pay, including land tax and windfall gains tax. This marks a shift from long standing practice in Victoria and may increase duty for some buyers. Here is what you need to know before signing.