The real estate market has always relied on data to determine property value, interpret trends in the market, and make sound investment decisions. However, with the arrival of big data, the entire property valuation game has changed in its entirety. The ability to process vast quantities of data in real time has allowed investors, appraisers,…
The Australian housing market is in crisis: soaring prices, increasing rental stress, declining homeownership rates and a growing number of people experiencing homelessness. In response, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a $33 billion housing investment plan in his government’s latest budget. This is a central plank of Labor’s re-election pitch, aimed at showing housing commitment by: Making it…
In the modern world, the real estate sector is more competitive than ever before. Homeowners who want to sell their houses in a hurry require more than the conventional approaches, such as word of mouth or newspaper ads. The sale of properties has been transformed by digital marketing, providing an effective toolset that bridges sellers…
Australia is a popular destination for ex-pats and immigrants who want to build a new life. Indeed, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, around 667,000 people moved Down Under in the financial year of 2023-24. That’s why we have put together this guide, which will walk you through some key considerations when navigating the…
From White Lotus to Succession, there’s a high demand for television dramas about the super-rich. The characters on these shows are typically portrayed as entitled, hollow and sad. But they aren’t necessarily depicted as unintelligent. So are rich people rich because they are smart? In the middle of a cost-of-living crisis, this question goes beyond…
In 1971, three former students from the University of San Francisco set up the first Starbucks at Seattle’s Pike Place Market, selling fresh roasted coffee beans, teas, and spices from around the world. This was a relatively humble beginning for what is now the largest coffeehouse chain in the world. Today, Starbucks boasts 32,000 stores across 80…
For young Australians, breaking into the housing market feels tougher than ever. Many now fear they’ll never be able to own a home. Despite public debates on whether it’s truly harder to buy a house than it was decades ago, falling homeownership rates across generations suggest the market has indeed shifted significantly against those just…
Australia’s beautiful coastal area presents investors with a unique set of stunning natural beauty alongside thrilling activities and solid real estate investment potential. The coastal lifestyle gives people a perfect union between financial development and natural relaxation by the water. Goolwa fishing acts as a prime attraction that welcomes fishing enthusiasts together with outdoor recreation…
Cyclone Alfred will cost the March 25 budget at least A$1.2 billion, hit growth and put pressure on inflation, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says. In a Tuesday speech previewing the budget, Chalmers will also say that on preliminary estimates, the cyclone’s immediate hit to GDP is expected to be up to $1.2 billion, which could wipe a…
Infrastructure Victoria has released a draft 30-year plan outlining how the state can grow sustainably. It focuses on key areas like transport, housing, energy, and public services to support a growing population and improve liveability. The plan also suggests ways to make the state’s infrastructure and tax system fairer, more efficient and more sustainable. The…
