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If you’re on like many Australians this weekend it’s likely you’re having a little bit more beer than usual and possibly more coffee. They have very different effects on how your brain functions as shown in the following Infographic. Beer is good for kick-starting your brain into coming up with great ideas, while on the…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is more than just the latest tech buzzword; it’s a game-changer that’s reshaping industries, redefining roles, and, most crucially, transforming leadership. The rise of AI is forcing businesses to rethink how they operate, make decisions, and lead their teams. As AI integrates deeper into our everyday operations, leaders are faced with a…
More than 64,000 people found jobs in September, beating economists’ forecasts for gains of 25,000 jobs. The jump helped to keep the jobless rate unchanged at a revised down 4.1 per cent last month, even as the participation rate – the share of working-age people either with a job or looking for one – hit…
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Have you thought about investing in commercial property? You’re not alone — faced with the prospect of more moderate returns from their residential property investments, many investors consider this an alternative. By this I mean offices, shops, or warehouses. Some investors are looking for diversification in their investment portfolios; others are looking for positive cash flow….
According to Corelogic research, Australia’s national median dwelling value delivered a 6.8% annual growth rate over the 30 years to 2022. Across each of the past three decades, at a macro level, it was the 1992-2002 period that provided the largest capital gains, with CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index (HVI) rising by 77%. The middle…
I know a reasonably common Google search is “what is Michael Yardney’s net worth ?” In fact, a question I’m asked frequently is, “Michael, what’s your net worth?” And while I can understand that this may be of interest to some people, I’m sorry to disappoint you… I don’t answer this question with a definitive…
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Today, we’re tackling one of the most exhilarating—and sometimes nerve-wracking—aspects of the real estate market: auctions. Around Australia, weekend property auctions have become almost a national pastime. People love to go along to have a sticky beak, to get an idea of the market, to fantasize about their dream homes or just to watch the…
Whether you’re a home buyer or an investor, when you’re looking for a new property there are so many things to consider. Determining the best property to buy isn’t as easy as picking the nicest-looking house in your local area. From location to school zones, demographics, and even the number on the mailbox, there are…
Want to know the number one secret that the wealthy use to become rich? I’ll share that in a minute, but first let me ask you…given a choice, which of the following would you prefer? One cent that doubles every day for 30 days, or $1,000,000 In my opinion, most people would likely choose $1,000,000….
Australia’s property market is facing a significant shift, with more and more investors opting to sell off their investment properties. The latest 2024 PIPA Annual Investor Sentiment Survey paints a concerning picture for the future of the rental market, with investors exiting faster than they are entering. Rising holding and compliance costs, combined with new…
