Property
Love at first sight in the bush? Data counts the ways
18 September
Ellie Moorhouse always thought she’d be happy living anywhere as long as she had her cats and a collection of books. It wasn’t until she walked into a Victorian-era homestead in the NSW Snowy Mountains region that she really understood what it...[Read More]
Growing your own vegetables: a simple path to saving money and eating healthy
12 September
In recent years, the growing trend of cultivating your own vegetables has become increasingly popular. Whether it’s a backyard plot, a community garden, or even a small balcony container setup, growing your own food not only helps reduce grocery...[Read More]
Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets
11 September
Every Australian state is lagging behind nationally-agreed housing targets as the federal government is accused of dragging its heels on addressing the national crisis. The nation is likely to fall well short of an objective of constructing 1.2...[Read More]
The Smart Buy: How a Property Agent Can Guide You to Your Dream Home
5 September
Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if you’re new to the market or dealing with complex situations. Here are some key instances when you should consider consulting a property agent and what...[Read More]
Economy ‘nowhere near recessionary’ despite predictions
4 September
Australians have been urged to remain positive about the economy despite the government’s forecast sluggish growth. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the Reserve Bank of Australia was “smashing the economy” through its cash rate rises, pre-empting...[Read More]
Analysts received the final pieces of the economic growth puzzle
4 September
The Australian economy is on track for another feeble quarter of growth propped up by firmer government spending. June quarter national accounts due on Wednesday are expected to show an economy growing but only just, prompting the federal treasurer...[Read More]
Let’s put interest rate rises in perspective
29 August
Interest rates in Australia have a significant impact on the economy, with effects felt by a range of individuals, including retirees and first-home buyers. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) sets these rates, with changes influenced by a range of...[Read More]
Fierce renter advocate eyes Parliament House tenancy
28 August
A champion of renters and nemesis to landlords is taking his crusade to the ballot box as he joins the federal election fight. Jordan van den Lamb, known online as purplepingers, has gained more than 4.6 million views on TikTok for his fierce...[Read More]
Renter’s insurance – reasons why it’s good for both the tenants and the landlords
22 August
If you live in a residential building or apartment complex, it’s natural for certain fears to cross your mind. For example, if a fire accident or flooding occurs through no fault of your own, who pays for the replacement of your possessions that...[Read More]
Social homes only solution to housing crisis: report
21 August
The Australian government must invest in social housing if it wants to solve the housing crisis, an advocacy group says. More than 1500 Australians have given testimony as part of a report from Everybody’s Home into the impacts of the crisis,...[Read More]
Things you need to get a home loan
15 August
When you get to work on the requirements, a mortgage or home loan application may seem to need an infinite amount of paperwork. However, your home loan provider is also required to conduct due diligence before they can approve a mortgage...[Read More]
Refinancing your mortgage – comparing fixed & variable loans
8 August
A mortgage refinance entails taking out a new loan to replace the old one. Refinancing a mortgage is often done by homeowners in order to obtain more advantageous or favourable interest rates or other loan features that can result in cost savings....[Read More]
Investing in property : residential vs commercial real estate
8 August
In the realm of property investment, prospective investors often grapple with comparing residential vs commercial real estate. Both offer viable investment opportunities, but they also come with their own unique advantages and drawbacks. Hence, the...[Read More]
Rising cost of living hammers renters and mortgage belt
8 August
All households are feeling the pinch from rising living costs yet those renting or paying off a mortgage are experiencing the biggest hits to their purchasing power. Following the Reserve Bank’s decision to keep interest rates on hold and stamp...[Read More]
Build to Rent legislation is under the microscope
8 August
Australians will not be protected from rent gouging or other predatory landlord behaviour under a proposed government program to alleviate the housing crisis, advocates and experts say. The federal government’s Build to Rent legislation is under...[Read More]