What's New
Recent Updates & Improvements
See what we've been working on to make PropertyCalc better for you. From bug fixes to new features โ we're constantly improving.
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September 23, 2026
Mortgage Repayment Calculator ๐ก
- Launched a standalone mortgage repayment calculator with weekly, fortnightly, and monthly options
- Added a year-by-year interest and loan balance breakdown with CSV export
- Added an adjustable interest rate rise or drop comparison for repayments and first-year outcomes
- Included the new calculator in sitemap and site navigation
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August 25, 2026
Mortgage Offset Calculator ๐
- Launched a free Mortgage Offset Calculator to compare payoff years with and without an offset account
- Enter your actual weekly, fortnightly, or monthly repayment โ the tool does not invent a minimum P&I amount
- Model a growing offset with regular extra deposits and see interest saved alongside a loan-balance chart
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June 10, 2026
SEO & Canonical URL Fixes ๐
- Fixed Google Search Console canonical/indexing warnings
- Added URL redirection for city pages to support old canonical format
- Added/updated sitemap.xml and sitemap.ts to reflect canonical URL structure
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June 9, 2026
Email Subscription & Unsubscribe System ๐ง
- Added EmailSubscribeForm component for prominent email signup CTAs
- Added UnsubscribeForm component with dedicated /unsubscribe page
- Implemented email subscription feature on homepage with dedicated 'Never Miss an Update' section
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June 2, 2026
Sell vs Hold Layout Improvement ๐จ
- Moved Pro inputs section from right results card to left column
- Improved visual hierarchy and user flow for accurate calculations
- Better mobile responsiveness with responsive column layout
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May 26, 2026
Rent vs Buy Calculator Enhancements ๐
- Added owner cost growth rate so ownership costs grow realistically year on year
- Added annual renter costs field for insurance and other yearly renter expenses
- Improved field hints and descriptions throughout for easier understanding
- Refined calculation labels and breakdown summaries for clarity
- Removed unused variables and redundant input handling
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May 25, 2026
Rent vs Buy Comparison Page โจ
- Launched the Rent vs Buy scenario comparison as a standalone calculator
- Added full metadata and SEO for the new page
- Included the new calculator in sitemap and site navigation
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May 22, 2026
Report Link & Sharing Fixes ๐
- Fixed shared report link handling when link data is missing
- Updated report sharing tests to match current routes
- Improved reliability for copy/share flow
Route & Docs Cleanup ๐งน
- Removed remaining references to retired report routes
- Updated documentation to match current calculator pages
- Refreshed changelog entries for recent cleanup work
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May 19, 2026
SEO & Navigation Improvements ๐
- Added canonical URLs to all calculator pages
- Improved metadata and descriptions across the site
- Fixed layout issues on mobile devices
- Added helpful external links to ATO.gov.au
CGT Discount Scenarios Expanded ๐
- Updated CGT calculator with 4 discount rates: 25%, 30%, 40%, and 50%
- Expanded FAQ with detailed explanations for each scenario
- Added SMSF and Trust-specific information
Content & Educational Materials ๐
- Expanded 'How it Works' sections with clearer explanations
- Added 'Before You Decide' tips for users
- Enhanced FAQ with policy scenario guidance
Keywords & SEO Optimization ๐
- Improved keywords on all calculator pages
- Added location-specific keywords for city pages
- Better alignment with search intent
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May 18, 2026
Free Educational Model Release โจ
- Transformed PropertyCalc into a fully free educational tool
- Removed all license key and payment restrictions
- All features now unlocked by default
- Kept user/scenario APIs for future account management
Code Cleanup & Simplification ๐งน
- Removed components and logic for paid users
- Simplified header actions to focus on sharing and printing
- Streamlined authentication logic
Visual & UX Fixes ๐จ
- Fixed layout overflow on mobile devices
- Improved responsive design across all screen sizes
- Better text wrapping and display clarity
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May 15, 2026
Homepage & Navigation Updates ๐
- Removed "Sandbox" terminology for clearer messaging
- Updated call-to-action buttons across the site
- More user-friendly language throughout
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May 10, 2026
Initial Feature Expansion ๐ฏ
- Added Property ROI Calculator to the platform
- Expanded Capital Gains Tax Calculator features
- Improved calculation accuracy and speed
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May 1, 2026
Sell vs Hold Scenario Comparison Tool Launch ๐
- Launched main Sell vs Hold comparison feature
- Implemented scenario comparison functionality
- Added support for multiple property inputs
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April 2026
Foundation & Core Development ๐ง
- Set up PropertyCalc foundational architecture
- Developed core calculation engines
- Created initial calculator interface
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Last updated: August 25, 2026
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