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Have you ever felt that little voice inside your head whispering, “Maybe it’s not the right time to buy”, or What if the market crashes?” That voice of doubt isn’t unique to you — it’s part of human nature. And interestingly, one of the greatest personal development thinkers of all time, Napoleon Hill (author of…
I once knew of a young tenant who was the epitome of an A-grade tenant. He paid his rent on time, rarely asked for any repairs or maintenance, kept the house in good condition, and was overall very pleasant to deal with. Things continued in this manner for several years, until one day, it slowly…
The rich are not necessarily happier than normal folk all the time, but I bet they are happier more often. That’s because money does make a difference in people’s lives. It removes a lot of our worries and allows us more time to spend with our families or on activities that make us happy. I’ve…
Something remarkable is happening across Victoria’s most desirable suburbs, and not in a good way. Thousands of landlords are quietly exiting the rental market, leaving behind a growing void that’s reshaping our property landscape. According to realestate.com.au the latest tenancy bond data, shows that more than 10,000 fewer rental bonds are active across the state…
Some people grow older but never seem to get old. You know the type, curious, kind, purposeful, and full of life even into their later decades. They adapt, they laugh, they keep learning. Then there are others who retreat into complaint and routine, shrinking their worlds and their possibilities. The truth is, we’re living longer…
We’re all familiar with the jolly, white-haired and bearded overweight man who sneaks down chimneys on Christmas Eve delivering presents to children. But where did this come from? With roots in Christianity, the origins of the world’s most beloved gift-giver transcend time, culture and religion. Andrei Porzhezhinskii/Shutterstock St Nicholas It all starts with St…
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Merry Christmas – to our many readers who celebrate it. For many, this time of the year is spent with friends, family, and food. This interesting infographic shows how Christmas is celebrated around the world… As we celebrate the holiday season and look forward to the new year, may you be blessed with joy, good health,…
Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors of all time, is not just known for his financial acumen but also for his profound insights into life and society. In my mind, one of his most compelling concepts is the “lottery of life,” often referred to as the “ovarian lottery.” This idea delves into the…
Christmas can be a very busy and stressful time of year. Between festive gatherings, ticking off what’s left on your yearly to-do list and shopping online for that perfect gift, it can be easy to let your guard down against fraudsters. Australians lost more than A$2 billion to scams in 2024. This year, losses are…
If migration is easing, why is demand for property still so strong? In today’s Property Insider Chat, Dr. Andrew Wilson and I discuss how the recent surge in migration is now easing, how population flows are reshaping demand between the states, and what that means for housing pressure in both capital cities and key regional…
