With many real estate brands reporting record growth in recent months, coupled with interest rate lows, flexible lending and working arrangements, pioneering practices are rising to...

If you read any auction stories in the Sunday papers or online, the words “clearance rates” will inevitably be mentioned. They indicate the strength of the...

In addition to the areas that should be covered in every home inspection, we also recommend a grab bag of useful tools to help you gain...

Lockdown realities are not only changing the way we live and work, but also the environment in which we do so.  Given our close proximity to...

An appealing outdoor zone and landscaped gardens can hugely increase the value of a home, which is why prospective sellers should start putting their green thumbs...

Homes built for the future encompass increasingly popular passive design principles. From green ratings and solar energy to orientation, insulation and glazing, constructing a certified passive-design...

Reverse mortgages are an increasingly popular way to boost the bank balance for those approaching their twilight years....

Be inspired to create an office that will help you slip out of domestic life and into the creative zone without even leaving the building....

Damage to your property caused by flash flooding and rain-related issues is a mood dampener, whether you own, rent or invest....

Australia-New Zealand Partnership for Development Co-operation seeks to address economic, social and sustainable measures to address regional housing and build a secure, equitable and prosperous Pacific...

In the increasingly competitive real estate market, many canny buyers are looking to gain an advantage by working smart, not hard. ...

It’s a fact of life that indoor air pollutants, such as dust, pet hair and mould, can create havoc with wellbeing....

So you’ve finally found the perfect property. Everyone agrees; even the dog likes it! If you’ve done your homework, all you need

A leading residential development review forecasts an ongoing decline in apartments. This comes in a year where total building approvals for new

Selling your home or investment in spring is certain to attract keen buyer interest and vendor competition. But this ever-promising selling season

Remember when a garage was used for parking your car and storing your tools? You can return to this idea with a

With the rise of apartment living, it’s only natural that the issue of pet ownership in strata complexes surface. It’s estimated by

Analysts to office staff agree that the future of work has been sharply realigned, due to the effects of the pandemic. Yet, notwithstanding

Industry analysts and the renting public alike are acutely aware of the housing affordability crisis. 

Research by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute shows Australia is short 173,000 affordable dwellings for rent, with Sydney alone short 60,000 dwellings.

Selling your home is one of life’s major decisions — with successful outcomes often attributed to the real estate agent representing your property. So, it makes sense to do your research if you aim to minimise stress and maximise financial returns. 

There are two schools of thought when it comes to enhancing your lifestyle and increasing property values. 

Making the most of raw material (i.e. your place of residence or investment property), where location and median house prices are desirable, suggests the need for a complete overhaul or partial home improvement.

Buying a property requires more than a deposit. 

Pre-purchase costs can add up to 10 per cent to the price of an average family home. 

Some of these, such as conveyancing, stamp duty and mortgage costs, are only incurred once. 

The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home.

Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wealth and provide security. But depending on different lifestyle stages and priorities, buying versus renting is not necessarily for everyone.   

A beautiful piece of hand-crafted furniture or lighting is a joy unto itself. 

Not only does it offer a striking feature for your interiors that owners and viewers can admire in equal measure. But it also builds upon an heirloom collection that offers enjoyment for future generations and makes sound investment sense.  

Paying attention to contracts, and the information contained within them can often be the difference between a good and bad buy.

A standard contract of sale, which may include a vendor’s statement, incorporates much of the financial, planning and legal details that will determine if you decide to proceed with your purchase. 

With low temperatures and some states experiencing lockdown restrictions that limit outward mobility, many householders are adopting an interior lifestyle view.

A valuable property manager is a gift for landlords, yet also beneficial for tenants. Being able to please and appease both sides

Signing contracts of sale for any property can seem daunting, at first. But, when handled correctly, the procedure should be straightforward and easy to understand — for buyer and seller.

Not everyone can afford to spend a small fortune when buying their first home, which is why apartments will continue to be

Simply put, depreciation is the act of a fixed asset losing value over time. It occurs in all acquired entities. The nature

The sold sticker has been freshly plastered on the board outside and the celebratory bottle of champagne is empty. It is only

Winter is upon us and for homeowners and renters, that often means one thing: staying warm. With the nightly and early-morning temperatures

Record-low interest rates and surging property prices in Australia and New Zealand have fuelled buyers’ fear of missing out, otherwise known as

The end of a financial year prompts swift action for tax-related matters.  This includes relevant information for property owners, renters and potential

With record construction figures and government stimulus propelling the growth of new-build industries, there’s increasing interest in building on property dreams from

Affordability and remote accessibility are two main motivators for the exponential growth in regional real estate.  COVID-19 played a key role in

Owning or buying a period home is a pleasure and privilege, but not without its maintenance challenges.  Reflecting current and recent trends,

It’s that time of year again when many property managers email their landlords about the rental deductions available as tax time rolls

Surging property prices that are fuelling the national and multinational housing affordability crisis are leading many first-time homebuyers to a trusted financial

If you have purchased an investment property and intend to become a landlord for the first time, you should conduct research and