An enterprising Australian company run by millennials is helping fellow millennial renters achieve their homeownership dreams. OwnHome, which launched late last year, is an Australian rent-to-own investor that has moved Read More
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Lenders’ mortgage insurance could help gain entry to the buyer’s circleLenders’ mortgage insurance could help gain entry to the buyer’s circle
For first-home purchasers, entering the buyer’s circle can seem overwhelming. A report by mortgage insurer Genworth found 76.9 per cent of prospective first-home buyers believe that saving for a deposit Read More
Seller’s market spurs renewed interest in real estate careersSeller’s market spurs renewed interest in real estate careers
The Office of Fair Trading’s (OFT) licensing data shows that in the 2021 calendar year there was a 31 per cent increase in the number of new property occupation applications Read More
Regional exodus shows no signs of abatingRegional exodus shows no signs of abating
Despite industry speculation in some circles signalling a downturn in regional growth, official reports strongly suggest otherwise. New data from the Commonwealth Bank reveals quarterly migration from capital cities to Read More
How to prepare your autumn gardenHow to prepare your autumn garden
Even though nature is in decline in the season of fall, avid green thumbs know that autumn is a busy time in the garden. From preparing the soil to planting Read More
Need-to-know basis when buying property in 2022 (Part Two)Need-to-know basis when buying property in 2022 (Part Two)
Given the volatility and changing face of the current market, buyers need to be astute to find the right property in 2022. The key to success, however, often remains universal. Read More
Managing pet-separation anxiety and boredomManaging pet-separation anxiety and boredom
Busy professionals/pet owners obviously worry about their pets’ wellbeing when they leave home for work. Uncharacteristically clingy or destructive behaviour, pets vocalising their concerns prior to your departure or arrival, Read More
How wealth transfer and housing inheritance stack upHow wealth transfer and housing inheritance stack up
National housing inheritance was predicted to rise from $16 billion in 2009 to $31 billion per annum in 2025 – and growing. Of course, there are variables (releasing equity, aged Read More
Baby boomers drive demand in retirement sectorBaby boomers drive demand in retirement sector
Widely perceived as industry agitators, baby boomers have the financial means and impetus to “disrupt” the real estate sector. The boomers are shunning rationed care in favour of creating the Read More
How to get your property manager to act on non-urgent repairsHow to get your property manager to act on non-urgent repairs
Getting property managers to act on repairs is a relative process, due to the nature of the repair and depending on the proactivity of renter and rental provider alike. If Read More