In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, the intersection of psychology, demographics, and economics is more crucial than ever to understand. Morgan Housel, renowned for his deep reflections on human behaviour and finance, offers insights that can reshape how we think about wealth creation, investing, and the world at large. From understanding the role our personal experiences…
If you want a sure-fire way to succeed at negotiations – whether it’s with your partner over who takes out the bins or for your next property investment purchase, then look no further. Here are 7 timeless quotes to help you out: 1. Negotiating is essentially a human way of interacting It is the way…
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Coffee is one of the healthiest beverages on the planet- True or false? Well…according to DrippedCoffee.com recent research carried out by many independent medical professionals from universities and health care institutes have shown that caffeine actually has many benefits to our bodies and minds. The caffeine present in our daily coffee can help us to…
Australia is renowned for bright sunshine, beautiful beaches, natural wonders and vibrant cosmopolitan cities. Not only are our cities some of the world’s best, but they’re also some of the safest. But, of course, not all Australian cities are created equal. In fact, in some cities, crime rates are so high they could be considered…
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Today, we’re talking about property data. We’ve all heard the saying, “The numbers don’t lie,” but what if I told you that relying too much on property data could actually lead you astray? That’s exactly what my guest, Stuart Wemyss and I talk about today. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of…
All bets are off for a November RBA rate cut despite a drop in Australia’s annual inflation rate from 3.8 per cent to 2.8 per cent in the September quarter. The Consumer Price Index is now at the lowest level since the March quarter of 2021, and well below the peak of 7.8 per cent…
Lately, it seems like everyone’s pointing fingers at migrants for the mess we’re in with housing, but let’s be real—blaming newcomers is just an easy way out of facing the real issues. It’s easy to understand why: with headlines constantly highlighting record immigration numbers and skyrocketing house prices, it’s tempting to make a connection. However,…
Many property investors and homeowners are eagerly awaiting the day when interest rates begin to fall, hoping it will ease the burden of higher mortgage repayments and boost the property market. But if you’re expecting an imminent rate cut, you might want to reconsider your timeline. It seems that we could be waiting longer than…
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Today we’re going to talk about why medium prices may not be the best gauge for housing costs. Now, if you’re like most property investors or people interested in property, apart from auction results, medium prices are probably the most quoted statistic, but maybe they’re not the right way for you to judge how our…
In Australia, the dream of homeownership has become increasingly elusive. With skyrocketing property prices, the affordability crisis is a topic on everyone’s lips. Politicians, media outlets, and everyday Australians frequently keep debating how to make housing more affordable. But is it really as simple as some suggest? Now, before you think I’m a rich property…
