According to the 2024 Census by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), over 5.5 million people (21.5% of the population) speak a language other than English at home, and the top countries of birth (excluding Australia) are England, India, China, New Zealand, and the Philippines. The High Stakes of Miscommunication Real estate transactions are complex….
The federal election campaign was dominated by the housing crisis. But the real power to solve it rests with the states. In Victoria, reforms are underway that promise a bigger boost to the housing aspirations of younger generations than anything that occurs in the federal parliament. Yet these reforms are now under threat of being…
Thinking about how to refinance home loan options? It’s a big step, and you probably have a lot of questions. Maybe you’ve heard friends talk about a mortgage refinance, or perhaps you’ve seen ads promising lower mortgage rates. You want to know if a refinance home loan could be the right move for you. You’ve…
When it comes to property renovations, most investors and homeowners immediately think of kitchens and bathrooms as the key areas for return on investment. However, there’s a compelling case for focusing attention on bedrooms, particularly the master bedroom, as a strategic renovation opportunity that can deliver exceptional value for money. Potential buyers and renters make…
It’s easy to scorn the gentrifying hipster stereotype, but many inner-city neighbourhoods benefit from the distinctive mix of businesses and activities they pursue – so why should the suburbs miss out? One of the stark differences between neighbourhoods in the inner city and outer suburbs in Australia is the quality and type of retail offerings….
If you’ve been paying even the slightest attention to real estate headlines lately, you’ve probably felt the anxiety creeping in. Interest rates are high. Inventory is piling up in some areas. Buyers are becoming more cautious. And whispers of a market correction—or worse, a full-on crash—are getting louder. For homeowners who are looking to sell,…
The Reserve Bank of Australia cut the official interest rate for the second time this year, as it lowered forecasts for Australian economic growth and pointed to increasing uncertainty in the world economy. The bank lowered the cash rate target by 0.25%, from 4.1% to 3.85%, saying inflation is expected to remain in the target…
In the evolving landscape of Australia’s digital economy, where convenience, speed, and trust are paramount, the property valuation industry has remained relatively static—until now. Enter hovr.me, a pioneering platform that’s transforming how property valuations are requested, delivered, and utilised. By integrating marketplace dynamics with advanced data analytics, hovr.me offers a seamless, efficient, and privacy-conscious solution…
The Albanese government’s re-election has renewed concern about planned changes to the taxation of investment returns in superannuation funds. Labor’s emphatic victory on Saturday night, including what appears to be an increased presence in the Senate, suggests the legislation is likely to become law soon. Retirement income in Australia Australia’s retirement income system comprises two…
Do you have an asphalt driveway or surface on your residential, commercial, industrial, or public property? Proper maintenance of asphalt is essential for safety, functionality, and aesthetics. Without regular care, asphalt surfaces can deteriorate quickly, leading to costly repairs. In this article, we will examine how weather conditions can impact asphalt surfaces in the Perth…
