After years of planning and community consultation, Northern Beaches Council has now lodged the Development Application to rebuild the ageing club and create a new, purpose-built facility to serve everyone who loves Manly Beach. It’s wonderful to see Manly’s surf club finally getting a fresh start. The old 1980s building has done its best, but it’s definitely showing its age. The new version will be a real boost — lighter, roomier and far more practical for the way we all use the beach now

If you own an investment property in New South Wales, land tax is one of those less-glamorous but essential parts of property ownership to keep on your radar. It doesn’t apply to everyone, but when it does, it can make a noticeable difference to your annual expenses — so it’s worth understanding how it works and whether you might be affected.

When it comes to buying property in New South Wales, most people are familiar with strata title or freehold title. But there’s another form of ownership that has been around for decades and is still relevant today, particularly in some of Sydney’s most charming and tightly-held apartment buildings: Company Title.

With the media reporting the rental demand is still strong across much of the country, it’s easy to assume that any property will lease quickly.

Can you imagine our surprise when we discovered that there had been no studies completed (ones that we could find anyway) analysing the Christmas decorating habits of property investors and what these habits say about them. So, after identifying this very big gap in the “personality profiling market”, we decided to fill it. It’s our gift to you as a property investor. Because who doesn’t want to know what the date you put up your Christmas tree says about your investment choices?

As part of our Suburb Spotlight series, we’re turning our focus to the picturesque suburb of Fairlight. This Northern Beaches gem has been gaining attention for its tranquil lifestyle and close proximity to Manly. But what does the rental market look like for tenants and landlords in this area? Let’s dive into the latest trends, breaking it down by property type and size.