Property
Best ways to finance your renovation
5 December
Considering a renovation? You’re not alone! Home renovations are a popular way to enhance your living space, boost property value, or adapt to life changes. However, financing such projects can take time and effort. Here’s a guide to some of...[Read More]
Building data nailed but future framework doubts linger
4 December
A big jump in apartment approvals has pushed home-building figures to a two-year high but experts say the increase is not enough to keep up with a housing shortage. A 4.2 per cent jump in housing approvals for October 2024 was mainly on the back of...[Read More]
The benefits of financial planning and personalised strategies
28 November
Financial planning is a cornerstone of financial health, helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of managing wealth, preparing for the future, and achieving their unique goals. Whether your aspirations are personal, such as...[Read More]
Some helpful tips to save money this Christmas
28 November
Christmas always brings with it a certain warmth and cheer, and yet these days, a lot of people are feeling the pinch financially. As Christmas approaches, people consider all the items they need to buy for friends and family. Because of the current...[Read More]
Hot property in regions, but there are signs of cooling
27 November
Australia’s regional property markets continue to outperform their metro counterparts, but price growth is cooling. Regional dwelling values rose 1.1 per cent in the three months to October, compared with 0.8 per cent in the cities, according to...[Read More]
Property giants see reasons for optimism in real estate
20 November
Property giant Mirvac Group sees green shoots emerging and positive sentiment starting to return after a challenging year in Australian real estate, as Lendlease also expresses optimism for the future. Mirvac chief executive and managing director...[Read More]
Housing plea as millions more at risk of being homeless
20 November
A sharp increase in the number of Australians facing homelessness has prompted calls to increase the amount of social housing available for the vulnerable. The number of people at risk of homelessness increased by 63 per cent to three million...[Read More]
Preparing your home for sale
14 November
Preparing your home for sale in Australia requires a mix of strategic planning, maintenance, and marketing savvy. The process is a multi-faceted journey that encompasses both practical and aesthetic elements. Taking the time to optimally prepare...[Read More]
Hopes $900 million fund can revive home-building
13 November
Cutting red tape standing in the way of modular home construction will be rewarded by the federal government via a new fund aimed at spurring states and territories towards a suite of productivity-enhancing reforms. The $900 million fund is part of...[Read More]
Supply the key to fixing housing, not taxes: Treasury
6 November
Treasury does not believe removing tax concessions for property investors would shift the dial for housing affordability, despite being asked to investigate the impact of the tax changes by the government. The department’s secretary, Steven...[Read More]
A path to independence: guiding adult children to contribute at home
31 October
Many parents face the question of when their adult children living at home should start paying board and contributing to household expenses and chores as they transition into adulthood. The question of when and how much to charge, as well as the...[Read More]
Ban on landlords evicting tenants for no good reason
30 October
Victorian landlords will be banned from evicting tenants without a valid reason and the penalty for breaking a lease slashed under renter-friendly changes. After a raft of recent moves to win over prospective first homebuyers, the Victorian...[Read More]
Freeze on home efficiency standard cops political heat
24 October
A push to pause energy efficiency standards as part of a plan to build more homes has been criticised as “regressive” as Australia transitions to net-zero emissions. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton unveiled a $5 billion plan to fast-track...[Read More]
Infrastructure humps likely to curb housing targets
23 October
Australia needs to build more homes – and fast – but the outlook for construction is souring rather than improving. Leading economists have downgraded expectations for dwelling construction, with the political focus shifting to infrastructure...[Read More]
Overcoming the cost of living: strategies for adult children moving out of home
17 October
The rising cost of living has become a significant challenge for adult children living at home and aspiring to move out. In many parts of the world, particularly in Australia, the cost of housing, groceries, transportation, and utilities has...[Read More]