A beautiful piece of hand-crafted furniture or lighting is a joy unto itself. Not only does it offer a striking feature for your interiors that owners and viewers can admire Read More
Should you rent or buy, and why?Should you rent or buy, and why?
The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home. Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wealth and provide Read More
Essential pre-purchasing costs to account forEssential pre-purchasing costs to account for
Buying a property requires more than a deposit. Pre-purchase costs can add up to 10 per cent to the price of an average family home. Some of these, such as Read More
To renovate or detonate: that is the questionTo renovate or detonate: that is the question
There are two schools of thought when it comes to enhancing your lifestyle and increasing property values. Making the most of raw material (i.e. your place of residence or investment Read More
How to choose the right agent for your property saleHow to choose the right agent for your property sale
Selling your home is one of life’s major decisions — with successful outcomes often attributed to the real estate agent representing your property. So, it makes sense to do your Read More
How building to rent addresses long-term affordabilityHow building to rent addresses long-term affordability
Industry analysts and the renting public alike are acutely aware of the housing affordability crisis. Research by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute shows Australia is short 173,000 affordable Read More
Apartments under the investment spotlightApartments under the investment spotlight
Not everyone can afford to spend a small fortune when buying their first home, which is why apartments will continue to be popular. Factor in the often central location, low-maintenance Read More
In appreciation of depreciationIn appreciation of depreciation
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
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