The Great Rental Housing Self-Sabotage
ANDREW MELAS Jul 14, 2026 “Government after government has declared war on property investors. Renters are about to discover who really loses that fight.” Australia is about to learn a lesson that should have been obvious from the beginning: if you punish the people who provide rental housing, eventually they stop providing rental housing. Who…Read More→
The CGT Countdown: Why 2025-26 and 2026-27 Matter for Peninsula Property Vendors
If you own an investment property on the Mornington Peninsula and have been quietly thinking about selling, the federal budget delivered on 12 May 2026 just put a clock on the conversation. From 1 July 2027, the long-standing 50% capital gains tax discount on investment property will be replaced by inflation indexation combined with a…Read More→
SMSF Property Rules Just Changed: What Mornington Peninsula Owners Need to Know Before Mid-August
On 23 June 2026, the Federal Government struck a deal with the Australian Greens that quietly reshaped one of the most widely used property investment structures in Australia, the self-managed super fund. From mid-August, new SMSFs will no longer be able to borrow to buy residential property. Existing arrangements are protected, but anyone partway through…Read More→
Living in Mount Eliza : A Suburb Guide by Hive Realty
Median house price: $1,650,000 | Distance to CBD: 48km | Postcode: 3930 | View on Google Maps Mount Eliza sits at the northern tip of the Mornington Peninsula, where the Frankston Freeway meets the coast, and it has quietly become one of Melbourne’s most coveted addresses for families who want serious land, serious schools, and…Read More→
After 12 May: What the 2026 Federal Budget Means for Mornington Peninsula Property Owners
The Federal Budget delivered on 12 May 2026 has redrawn the tax treatment of residential investment property in Australia, and we are now four days into the new regime. For owners and buyers across the Mornington Peninsula, Mount Eliza through to Portsea, the practical questions have already started. Here’s where things stand. What changed at…Read More→
Vacant Residential Land Tax: The 2026 Changes Hitting Peninsula Landowners
If you own a vacant block, an unimproved parcel, or a holiday home that sits empty formore than six months of the year on the Mornington Peninsula, the Vacant ResidentialLand Tax (VRLT) landscape has shifted materially from 1 January 2026.The changes aren’t theoretical. They come with a five-year lookback, strict notificationdeadlines, and penalty provisions that…Read More→
Cash Rate at 4.10% — What It Means for Peninsula Buyers and Sellers
Two rate hikes in five weeks. The RBA lifted the cash rate to 4.10% in March 2026,following a February increase, the first back-to-back hikes since mid-2023. Thedecision was tight, five votes to four, and markets are pricing in roughly a 62% chanceof another hike in May.For anyone buying or selling on the Mornington Peninsula right…Read More→
Melbourne Market Mid-Year Check-In: Winter Trends & Investor Opportunities
We’re already halfway through 2025—and with winter in full swing and the solstice behind us, it’s the perfect moment to take stock of the Melbourne property market. From seasonal shifts to investor insights, here’s a mid-year roundup to keep you informed and ahead of the curve. 📊 Melbourne Market Snapshot: Q1 vs. Q2 Median House…Read More→
House Price Growth Set to Surge in Major Australian Cities – What It Means for Buyers and Sellers in 2025
As we move through 2025, the property market is showing signs of renewed momentum – especially in Australia’s largest capital cities. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or invest, here’s what you need to know: Capital Cities Leading the Way What’s Driving the Market? What This Means for Sellers What This Means for Buyers Key…Read More→
Buyers Are Back: Why the Melbourne Property Market Is Buzzing
Buyers are surging back into the Melbourne property market. Discover what this means for sellers and buyers, with expert guidance from HIVE Realty.