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Is now the right time to rethink your investment property?
If you own an investment property and have been considering selling at some point, it may be worth taking a closer look sooner rather than later. Between strong selling conditions and potential policy changes, timing could have a real impact on your outcome.
An ABC News article published last week flagged that the Federal Government is considering changes to Capital Gains Tax, including the possibility of reducing the current 50 per cent CGT discount on investment properties. To put that into simple terms: if you bought a property for $1 million and sold it for $2 million, you’d currently only pay tax on $500,000 of the $1 million gain. Any future changes to the CGT rules could significantly affect the net proceeds you receive.
There are also broader planning considerations for some investors, including superannuation contribution timeframes if you’re approaching the age of 75, as well as today’s market conditions. With listing numbers still below the 10-year average, buyer competition remains strong and properties are selling quickly.
Everyone’s situation is different, so decisions around selling, tax and super should always be made with the right professional advice. But if you’d like to understand how current market conditions apply to your investment property and talk through your options, we’re always happy to have an informal chat. If that is of interest to you, call me (Shelley) on 0417 963 670.
This week
- WA leads the nation for soaring rents
- Perth listings are up but still below 10-year average
- Buying in a tight market – why some buyers use a Buyer’s Agent
- How to bring your garden to life with lighting
- This week’s market snapshot
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Is now the right time to rethink your investment property?
If you own an investment property and have been considering selling at some point, it may be worth taking a closer look sooner rather than later. Between strong selling conditions and potential policy changes, timing could have a real impact on your outcome.
An ABC News article published last week flagged that the Federal Government is considering changes to Capital Gains Tax, including the possibility of reducing the current 50 per cent CGT discount on investment properties. To put that into simple terms: if you bought a property for $1 million and sold it for $2 million, you’d currently only pay tax on $500,000 of the $1 million gain. Any future changes to the CGT rules could significantly affect the net proceeds you receive.
There are also broader planning considerations for some investors, including superannuation contribution timeframes if you’re approaching the age of 75, as well as today’s market conditions. With listing numbers still below the 10-year average, buyer competition remains strong and properties are selling quickly.
Everyone’s situation is different, so decisions around selling, tax and super should always be made with the right professional advice. But if you’d like to understand how current market conditions apply to your investment property and talk through your options, we’re always happy to have an informal chat. If that is of interest to you, call me (Shelley) on 0417 963 670.
This week
- WA leads the nation for soaring rents
- Perth listings are up but still below 10-year average
- Buying in a tight market – why some buyers use a Buyer’s Agent
- How to bring your garden to life with lighting
- This week’s market snapshot
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WA leads the nation for soaring rents
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Western Australia has recorded the fastest rental growth in the country, with new data showing rents have surged by around 66% over the past five years, far outpacing wage growth. Even though WA wages have risen faster than the national average, they’ve come nowhere near keeping up with escalating housing costs, placing continued pressure on tenants.
Locally, Perth’s rental market remains highly competitive. Median rents rose sharply in January, with houses now sitting around $725 per week and units close to $690, driven by tight supply, population growth and limited new housing stock. Many properties are leasing within days, often after just one viewing. Click here for a local market for January.
For landlords and investors, these conditions continue to support strong rental returns. For renters, however, affordability remains a major challenge.
Click here to learn more
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Perth listings are up but still below 10-year average
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Perth property listings rose nearly 30% in January, rebounding from record lows late last year. However, total listings remain well below the 10-year average and are still around 50% lower than this time last year. With many would-be sellers holding off due to the difficulty of finding their next home, stock levels remain tight. Homes are still selling quickly and buyer competition remains strong – conditions that continue to favour sellers. This article breaks down why supply is still constrained, and what this means for price growth and selling conditions in 2026.
Click here to learn more
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Buying in a tight market – why some buyers use a Buyer’s Agent
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Buying in a tight market can be stressful, particularly when competition is high and properties are selling quickly. For some buyers, engaging a buyer’s agent can help bring clarity and structure to the process. A buyer’s agent works solely for the purchaser, assisting with property selection, assessment and negotiation. They’re not just used by investors – many local, interstate and time-poor buyers use buyer’s agents for guidance and market insight. In some cases, buyer’s agents may also be aware of opportunities before they are publicly advertised. The full article explains when using a buyer’s agent may be worth considering – and what buyers should check before engaging one.
Click here to learn more
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How to bring your garden to life with lighting
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Good garden lighting isn’t about adding more lights – it’s about lighting with intent. This article explains how thoughtful lighting can transform outdoor spaces after dark, improving safety, highlighting key features and creating inviting zones for dining, relaxing or entertaining. From path and step lighting to uplighting trees and using festoon lights for ambience, it offers practical guidance on layering light, avoiding a cluttered look and making smart choices that bring your garden to life without overpowering it.
Click here for garden lighting inspo
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This Week's Property Market Snapshot
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Sales activity in Perth during the week ending 8 February was down 18.3% with 790 transactions recorded. On closer inspection, house, unit and land sales all recorded increases, rising 19%, 17.4% and 14.5% respectively.
Perth’s highest sale price: Dalkeith – $5,300,00
Perth's lowest sale price: Dudley Park – $362,500
Listings
There were 2,527 properties for sale in the metropolitan area for the week ending February 8, which is 21.3% higher than 4 weeks ago and 6.3% lower than the same time last year.
Top performing suburbs – sales
- Baldivis, Dianella, Perth: 11
- Rivervale: 10
- Maylands: 9
Top performing suburbs – rentals
- Perth: 24
- East Perth, Maylands: 16
- Armadale: 15
- Baldivis: 13
Perth rental market
REIWA members reported 2,007 properties for rent at the end of last week, which is 2.6% down on the previous week, 7.9% lower than 4 weeks ago and 6.3% lower than the same time last year. Leasing activity increased 27.6% with REIWA members reporting 772 properties leased. This week's number of properties leased is 55% higher than 4 weeks ago and 8% higher than a year ago.
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Open for Inspection
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No Home Opens This Weekend
We're all sold out!
We now have plenty of time to dedicate to appraisals and new listings so if you're thinking of selling, now is a great time to call.
- Shelley on 0417 963 670
- Mark on 0411 552 309
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OTHER RECENTLY SOLD PROPERTIES
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For details of other recently SOLD properties click on the DETAILS button.
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