Australia’s economic growth remains in the slow lane, at only 0.3% for the September quarter, keeping Australia close to recession territory. However, the national accounts data released on Wednesday by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) puts growth slightly higher than the snailish 0.2% recorded the previous quarter. Although growth is painfully slow, this could…
Living paycheck-to-paycheck is a challenging reality for many Australians. The cycle is all too familiar: payday arrives, bills are paid and by the time you’ve covered the basics, there’s barely enough left to see you through to the next fortnight. Sounds like your life? You’re not alone. Statistics show that nearly half of Australians face…
If you’re in the market for your first home, touring display homes is like stepping into the dream before it becomes reality. Speaking practically, display homes provide great first home buyers with great insights into what they can and should expect from new home builds. Cost breakdowns for all the materials, features, and amenities installed…
Landlords must make a crucial decision when selecting the right hot water system for a rental property. A well-chosen system ensures tenants have reliable access to hot water while minimising running costs and energy consumption. With the variety of options available—electric, gas, and solar—it’s important to weigh the benefits and limitations of each to suit…
Having finally stared down Greens resistance in the final sitting week of the year, the Albanese government looks set to tick off the last of its 2022 housing commitments in need of parliamentary approval. Like most of Labor’s other housing measures, the Help to Buy and Build to Rent tax reform initiatives are rather narrowly…
The quality of the builder is key to an easy, stress-free, cost-effective building experience. For those who’ve never built before, chances are you have no idea how to judge which builders will perform a dream build, and who will cut more corners than a pair of scissors. Building a new home is more than likely…
As renters’ preferences evolve, property investors are called to evolve their approach as well. Responding to a world where digital transactions are prevalent, today’s savvy property investors are increasingly leveraging modern payment methods to simplify tenant rent payments. The result? Enhanced tenant relationships, improved retention, and a significant reduction in late payments. By offering flexible…
Imagine that you are a property manager trying to give your renters useful information. It’s about a suggested makeover for a building, and you have to clearly and exactly state your case. The disadvantage is that you only speak English, whereas many of your tenants speak Spanish. How can everyone be sure they feel heard…
The goal of any investor is to buy real estate for cheap and sell it for more. Experts will tell you where you can buy real estate with a high ROI and how you can increase the profitability of your investment. Investing in real estate is one of the oldest and most profitable types of…
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Have you ever suffered from buyer’s remorse? You’re not alone. At any point in our lives, most of us have regretted a purchase. You know… that impulse purchase, or buying something online when you’re bored and stuck at home because of Covid19. But it’s not necessarily your fault. After all, we’re constantly bombarded with advertisements…
