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Tax changes can have a significant impact on the future plans of Australian expats, particularly repatriation strategies.

Book a free initial Expat Tax Planning Consultation to help you understand the changing landscape and make informed decisions when it comes to tax planning about your property, investments and retirement.

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Planning to return to Australia after living overseas?

Seeking specialist tax advice before you move can help you understand the implications for your residency, property and investments and prepare for your return with confidence.

Book a free initial expat tax consultation to maximise your unique financial benefits as an Aussie expat before.

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Is the Australian property market heading for crisis or opportunity?

Steve Douglas, Executive Chairman of SMATS Group unpacks the latest Federal Budget changes, market drivers, property tax updates, impacting Australian property.

Whether you’re a property owner or investor, don’t miss his expert analysis and insights on how to navigate the current market.

Watch the FREE video here: https://www.smats.net/crisis-or-opportunity?ce_code=p8eqPyt3khmbvgnnsEtR7aJnZdY86Z8&utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Facebook+Post&utm_campaign=Crisis+Or+Opportunity+Seminar+2026

We are incredibly proud of Helen Avis and the Specialist Mortgage team being named finalists across six categories in the 2026 SFG Awards!

🏆 Helen Avis – Leadership Finalist
🏆 Helen Avis – WA/NT Broker of the Year Finalist
🏆 Helen Avis – Individual Excellence Finalist
🏆 Helen Avis – Mentor of the Year Finalist
🏆 Specialist Mortgage – Brokerage of the Year Finalist
🏆 Specialist Mortgage – Group Excellence Finalist

These nominations recognise exceptional leadership, industry expertise and are a wonderful reflection of the professionalism, hard work and collaborative spirit of the entire Specialist Mortgage team.

Congratulations to Helen and the team and best of luck at the award event in November where the winners will be announced.

Property investment can still be attractive with the right strategy and structure.

Our property tax accountants can explain which properties are exempt from negative gearing changes, why the CGT changes may not be as bad as your think, and reveal strategies to invest in the established property market successfully.

Book a free initial consultation with our property tax strategist today: https://www.smats.net/tax?ce_code=x2T4hgt2EjYOh2A6nyQ7TkI1azDSMz&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social+post&utm_campaign=ats

WATCH FREE VIDEO: Australian Property Market - Crisis or Opportunity?

Steve Douglas, Executive Chairman of SMATS Group, examines:

🏡The impact of the Budget changes and how they impact owners and investors
🏡The current market factors impacting returns
🏡Whether the underlying facts support a property crash
🏡What are the key drivers of the market, both upwards and downwards
🏡Whether more pain or more opportunity will evolve in the coming months
🏡How to understand and take advantage of the new tax position on property

Click the link to watch now: https://www.smats.net/crisis-or-opportunity?ce_code=p8eqPyt3khmbvgnnsEtR7aJnZdY86Z8&utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Facebook+Post&utm_campaign=Crisis+Or+Opportunity+Seminar+2026

The Australian property market has shifted from confidence to uncertainty, with buyers holding back, sellers resisting lower offers, investor lending falling and policy changes weighing on sentiment.

In part one of a series for the Australian Property Investor Magazine, Executive Chairman of SMATS Group, Steve Douglas argues that the current crisis could create a bigger opportunity for buyers who focus on property fundamentals rather than short-term sentiment.

He says that waiting for certainty may mean missing opportunities, as confidence often returns after prices have already moved.

The housing crisis is a big deal, but the opportunity to find an good investment could be bigger 🏡

The market is in chaos, but does that make it a once-in-a-decade opportunity The market is in chaos, but does that make it a once-in-a-decade opportunity Property panic is everywhere, but part one of a five-part series on policy and the property market asks whether the worst time for sentiment might also be one of the best times to buy?

We are incredibly proud to celebrate HelenAvis, who has been named one of Mortgage Professional Australia’s Elite Women 2026!

This prestigious recognition reflects Helen’s exceptional leadership, industry expertise, commitment to client service and significant contribution to the mortgage broking profession.

Over the past few years, Helen has also dedicated her time to mentoring emerging female brokers, generously sharing the knowledge and insights gained throughout her decades long career to help develop the industry’s next generation of talent.

Congratulations, Helen, on this well deserved recognition!

View the full MPA Elite Women 2026 list:
https://www.mpamag.com/au/best-in-mortgage/female-leaders-in-the-mortgage-industry-elite-women/585665

Property values may be softening, but according to Simon Gold, Director of Taxation at Australasian Taxation Services, the financial impact depends heavily on your circumstances.

For homeowners, a decline in value may simply mean a lower paper value, particularly if there is no need to sell. For highly leveraged borrowers, investors or those looking to access equity, the implications can be much more significant.

There could also be broader tax consequences, from future CGT and GST revenue to stamp duty, land tax and even superannuation strategies such as downsizer contributions.

As the property market adjusts, understanding how changing values could affect your tax and investment position is more important than ever.

Read Simon's full commentary here: https://www.apimagazine.com.au/news/article/how-far-could-property-prices-fall-before-years-of-gains-disappear

Speak with the team at Australasian Taxation Services to understand your options 🌐 https://www.smats.net/contact-us?ce_code=x2T4hgt2EjYOh2A6nyQ7TkI1azDSMz&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social+post&utm_campaign=ats

How far could property prices fall before years of gains disappear? How far could property prices fall before years of gains disappear? The property downturn is affecting markets and homeowners differently, with some cities holding substantial buffers while others could quickly give back years of growth.