Buying a first home is one of the biggest financial decisions a person can make. There are so many questions to consider it can be hard to know where to begin. Where should I be looking to buy? Should I buy a house, or an apartment? And should it be an established home, an apartment…
In Australia’s fast-evolving property sector, safeguarding digital assets is just as vital as protecting physical investments. For real estate agencies, property developers, and financial advisers, the shift to hybrid and remote work has introduced new risks. Sensitive data — from client portfolios to valuation reports — often travels across networks that aren’t always secure. Understanding…
What do Tiger Woods, Ben Stiller, Australian pensioners and dating app users have in common? Despite being from different walks of life, they have all fallen prey to various scams. In 2024, more than A$2.03 billion was lost to scams in Australia across 494,732 reported cases. Most of these scams were enabled by technology, with…
Inflation jumped 1.3% in the September quarter, above economists’ and the Reserve Bank’s own expectations. That is likely to rule out a cut in interest rates next week. The Australian Bureau of Statistics today released the consumer price index (CPI), showing headline inflation was almost double the 0.7% increase recorded in the June quarter. Over…
The shift toward energy-independent homes is no longer a fringe movement; it’s a full-blown trend reshaping the way people think about property, investment, and sustainability. As homeowners look for ways to protect themselves from rising energy prices and grid instability, properties with built-in energy solutions are commanding increasing attention and value. For property investors, understanding…
Few places in the world offer the same variety of landscapes as Australia’s coastline. From the turquoise bays of Western Australia to the rugged cliffs of New South Wales, the shoreline stretches for more than twenty-five thousand kilometres, and every part of Australia’s coastal perimetre has something special to offer. If you’re looking to explore…
As many young Australians struggle to enter the housing market, research shows the “bank of mum and dad” is often called on to help. But what kind of financial support are parents willing to offer their kids? And how has that changed over time? That’s what our recent survey of 1,725 Australian parents – mostly…
The Australian commercial property market has shown positive signs of growth in recent months, with both the retail and industrial sectors seeing positive returns and the office sector beginning to stabilise. KPMG Australia’s June 2025 Commercial Property Market Update reveals income returns in the retail sector are at their highest since mid-2016, while industrial sector…
Buying a home in Victoria is one of life’s biggest milestones – but it can also be one of the most expensive. Between deposits, stamp duty, inspections, and ongoing fees, costs can quickly spiral out of control. The key to stretching your budget isn’t just earning more; it’s knowing where to save smartly. This 2025…
Selling a house in Victoria can be an exciting step, but it’s important to be prepared for the various costs involved. From real estate agent commissions to marketing, legal fees, and even moving expenses, these costs can add up. This 2025 guide breaks down the costs of selling a house in Victoria so you can…
