Recent updates to Brisbane City's flood hazard mapping reveal that over 10,000 properties are now at risk of future flooding, with more than 2,000 properties being reclassified into higher risk categories. Given that Queensland is the Australian state most prone to natural disasters, property owners need to ensure their insurance policies provide adequate protection. Source: ABC - Primary areas affected by approved flood map update. The Gap, Enoggera, Bardon, Ashgrove, Wilsto

A retrospective valuation is an assessment that determines the value of a property at a specific point in the past. This kind of...

Brisbane has become one of Australia’s most dynamic housing markets in 2024, with dwelling values hitting impressive record highs. As of September 30, 2024, the median home value is $881,000 (source: CoreLogic), making it the second-highest capital city median after Sydney and surpassing Melbourne's median earlier this year in January. This is a promising opportunity for property investors, but it is essential to remain aware of significant capital gains tax (CGT) liabilities