Congrats! You’re moving up in the world. Not only have you ticked off that ever so challenging first-home purchase, you’re doing so well that you can afford a little more space or a better location. Go you…
Continue readingHousing (Un)Affordability
Remember hearing that famous political gaffe “just get a good job that pays good money” – then you’ll be able to buy a home? An uninspiring, base-level thing for any politician to say, however, there was some validity to his statement – especially in today’s soaring market…
Continue readingHow covid has changed the world property market
Since we’ve been locked out of the rest of the world, we’ve pretty much focussed on our own little bubble and property market here. But let’s have a look at how COVID has affected different property markets around the world…
Continue readingProperty wins for this budget
Budget time! Every year we wait to hear the list of winners and losers of the Federal budget. So, what’s in store for property owners and investors – winning or losing, let’s see…
Continue readingPainting Your Home
You’re a homeowner who takes pride in your home. But lately you’ve been looking at the peeling wall paint and flaky ceilings, and you’re at a loss as to whether to hire a professional painter or attempt the job yourself…
Continue readingFOMO in Today’s Housing Market
It’s 2021 and FOMO is at an all-time high here in Sydney’s property market. If the acronym is unfamiliar to you, you’re in a position of envy. FOMO – or ‘fear of missing out’ is running rampant in the property sector right now, with bank interest at an all-time low and more buyers actively looking for a home than is readily available in the market…
Continue readingDon’t do it yourself
When it comes to DIY around the house, ask yourself, am I going to injure myself? And how much is this going to cost if I screw it up? There are things most people can tackle, but here’s a list of things you should probably (definitely) outsource…
Continue readingA tiny step into the market…seems to be a grand leap.
The housing affordability crisis in Australia should be further stimulating the tiny house movement, however it doesn’t seem to be gaining significant traction. So, what’s stopping people moving into tiny houses?
Continue readingIt’s Time to Increase Female Home Ownership
New research shows women have lower rates of home ownership than men, likely stemming from the gender pay gap. Inequality isn’t just something that’s happening in the workforce, this flows into the property market too…
Continue readingPost-Covid Inflation – How it will affect the Property Market
You might have heard murmurs of increasing inflation thanks to our high levels of debt. It’s expected to increase even more – and faster than what the world banks are predicting. Higher inflation means higher prices, so should you be concerned…?
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