Simply put, depreciation is the act of a fixed asset losing value over time. It occurs in all acquired entities. The nature of this ongoing prospect in terms of an Read More
Month: June 2021

You’ve sold your house, now what?You’ve sold your house, now what?
The sold sticker has been freshly plastered on the board outside and the celebratory bottle of champagne is empty. It is only natural to feel the stress relief — but Read More

Heat seekers: staying warm this winterHeat seekers: staying warm this winter
Winter is upon us and for homeowners and renters, that often means one thing: staying warm. With the nightly and early-morning temperatures set to plummet, particularly in southern Australia and Read More

‘FOMO’ meets its match in market driver ‘TINA’‘FOMO’ meets its match in market driver ‘TINA’
Record-low interest rates and surging property prices in Australia and New Zealand have fuelled buyers’ fear of missing out, otherwise known as FOMO, since the pandemic was declared in March Read More

Real estate tax terms explainedReal estate tax terms explained
The end of a financial year prompts swift action for tax-related matters. This includes relevant information for property owners, renters and potential buyers in their bid to streamline real estate Read More

Buying land: what to considerBuying land: what to consider
With record construction figures and government stimulus propelling the growth of new-build industries, there’s increasing interest in building on property dreams from the ground up. Regional appeal, design customisation and Read More

The pressures driving regional property growthThe pressures driving regional property growth
Affordability and remote accessibility are two main motivators for the exponential growth in regional real estate. COVID-19 played a key role in the initial push towards urban fringe or regional Read More

Restoring period homes to their former gloryRestoring period homes to their former glory
Owning or buying a period home is a pleasure and privilege, but not without its maintenance challenges. Reflecting current and recent trends, the National Trust is noticing an uptake in Read More

Your end-of-financial-year property tax checklistYour end-of-financial-year property tax checklist
It’s that time of year again when many property managers email their landlords about the rental deductions available as tax time rolls around. COVID-19 may have transformed the market, but Read More

Bank of Mum and Dad chips into affordability crisisBank of Mum and Dad chips into affordability crisis
Surging property prices that are fuelling the national and multinational housing affordability crisis are leading many first-time homebuyers to a trusted financial source: The Bank of Mum and Dad. Concerns Read More