Research reveals a continued surge in the number of people moving from capital cities to regional centres. According to the June-quarter Regional Movers Index, there was an 11 per cent Read More
Pet loves for cohesive apartment livingPet loves for cohesive apartment living
Apartment living is becoming increasingly popular, and with this comes the rise of apartment pets. The property that you live in should not determine whether you have a pet. But Read More
Décor apps that put home improvement in the pictureDécor apps that put home improvement in the picture
Visualising how a colour palette, design scheme or new furniture will suit your new home requires artistic vision and forethought. If you have a design style in mind but are Read More
Renovation research pointersRenovation research pointers
Whether you are building or undertaking a major renovation, check current legislation in your region to ensure that the work provided is under warranty. Most states require builders to be Read More
Window shades with a view to energy efficiencyWindow shades with a view to energy efficiency
The best-dressed windows serve a valuable dual purpose of keeping the winter chill at bay and blocking harsh sunlight at the height of summer. But they should also enhance and Read More
Your home protection plan for bushfire seasonYour home protection plan for bushfire season
The dire consequences of Australia’s Black Summer bushfires in 2019-2020 remain a tragic legacy. There were around 24 lives and countless wildlife lost, 2,448 homes, up to 6,000 buildings and Read More
Investing in time is your biggest windfallInvesting in time is your biggest windfall
Shop around. These two words describe the best possible philosophy in any sphere of real estate — be it buying, building, renovating, searching for a mortgage or insurance, or simply Read More
Real estate growth triumphs over adversityReal estate growth triumphs over adversity
With many real estate brands reporting record growth in recent months, coupled with interest rate lows, flexible lending and working arrangements, pioneering practices are rising to the challenges of pandemic-driven Read More
Clearance rates: what they mean for buyers and sellersClearance rates: what they mean for buyers and sellers
If you read any auction stories in the Sunday papers or online, the words “clearance rates” will inevitably be mentioned. They indicate the strength of the selling market by measuring Read More
Your property inspection checklist: must-take itemsYour property inspection checklist: must-take items
Augmented-reality technology and pandemic restrictions are quickly changing the way we buy, sell and rent property. But for an initial property inspection, wherever and whenever possible, it pays to adopt Read More