Getting Started
New to self-managing? Costs, strategy, insurance, and the first steps of running your own rental.
Every Big 4 Bank Just Pushed Fixed Rates Above 6%. Here's the Refinance Math for Landlords (April 2026)
Westpac was the last holdout. With all four major Australian banks now charging above 6% on fixed rates, here's what the move means for investors refinancing in April 2026, with worked repayment scenarios for $500k, $750k and $1M loans.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy an Investment Property in Australia? (2026)
A data-driven look at whether 2026 is a good time to buy an investment property in Australia. Covers interest rates, vacancy rates, investor lending, and regional divergence.
Australia's Two-Speed Property Market in 2026: Who's Winning, Who's Stalling
Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide are surging while Sydney and Melbourne cool. Here's what the March 2026 data says, what the banks forecast, and what it means for property investors.
Property Investment in Australia 2026: Why Investor Activity Is Surging
Investor lending is at record levels, 93% of sales are profitable, and new loans are up 64% from 2023 lows. Here's what's driving the 2026 investor boom and what it means for landlords.
How to Self-Manage Your Rental Property in Australia: Step by Step
A practical step-by-step guide for Australian landlords who want to manage their rental property themselves. Covers tenancy law, tenant screening, leases, bonds, inspections, maintenance, rent increases, and tax time.
Best Suburbs for Rental Yield in Australia (2026 Data)
Data-backed breakdown of the highest-yielding suburbs across every Australian state in 2026, what's driving the numbers, and what investors should watch out for.
How to Calculate Rental Yield in Australia (2026 Guide)
Learn how to calculate gross and net rental yield for Australian investment properties, with worked examples, city-by-city benchmarks, and common mistakes to avoid.
7 Mistakes First-Time Landlords Make at Tax Time in 2026 (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common tax mistakes Australian landlords make on their first rental property return, from missing receipts to confusing repairs with improvements.
Negative Gearing Changes in 2026: What Australian Landlords Need to Know
Are negative gearing reforms coming? A practical guide to the current rules, proposed changes, and what Australian landlords should do to prepare.
EOFY Landlord Checklist 2025-26: Everything Your Accountant Needs
A step-by-step checklist to prepare your rental property tax documents before June 30. Income, expenses, depreciation, receipts: everything your accountant needs.
RBA Rate Rise: How Much Extra Will Your Mortgage Cost?
Use our free calculator to see exactly how much extra you'll pay on your mortgage after the latest 0.25% RBA rate rise. Enter your loan details and get instant results.
Negative Gearing Explained: Is It Still Worth It in 2026?
What negative gearing actually means, how it reduces your tax, and whether it still makes financial sense for Australian property investors.