Home approvals bounce can’t keep a lid on prices

12 February

A surge in new apartments has helped home approvals rebound but the government’s ambitious housing supply target remains well out of reach. Dwelling approvals rose 0.7 per cent in December after a 3.4 per cent drop the month prior, the Australian...[Read More]

Aussies opt for regional living, pushing up home prices

12 February

Homebuyers are choosing a regional lifestyle over city life, as property values across Australia’s regions remain resilient in the face of declining prices in capital cities. House prices in about three-quarters of regional Australian suburbs...[Read More]

Essential intervention to provide worker housing boost

12 February

Australia’s most expensive housing market could be on the front line of plans to increase build-to-rent developments as a state intervenes to provide much-needed homes for priced-out essential workers. Tax breaks to boost private construction of...[Read More]

House prices expected to rise amid supply challenge

12 February

Most real estate professionals expect a continuing climb in house prices ahead of anticipated interest rate cuts and a federal election where home ownership will remain a policy priority. Queensland is expected to continue its rise in 2025, buoyed...[Read More]

Top 5 ways to add value to your home (and Top 5 ways to over-capitalise)

13 February

When it comes to increasing your home’s value, smart investments can yield significant returns, whether you’re preparing to sell or simply enhancing your living space.  However, not every renovation or improvement guarantees a positive return....[Read More]

Guiding adult children to contribute at home – fostering responsibility and independence

6 February

Many parents face the question of when their adult children living at home should start paying board and contributing to household expenses and chores as they transition into adulthood.  The question of when and how much to charge, as well as the...[Read More]

Curtain call: basic energy upgrades may save households

5 February

Australian households could knock more than $1500 off their energy bills with some basic home upgrades – and almost twice as much by investing in renewable energy technology. But the potential savings identified in a study – which add up to more...[Read More]

Disability services reforms target homelessness

29 January

Australians with disabilities experiencing homelessness will be prioritised as the government commits to disability reforms, months after a scathing royal commission into the sector. The Disability Strategy, which acts as a framework for policy...[Read More]

Solar boost could mean good news for renters, regions

29 January

Low-income households, renters, and people in regional and rural areas could be among those who benefit most from greater investments in solar energy projects. Environment and community groups issued their assessments on Tuesday after Energy...[Read More]

Creating a refreshing and organised home for summer

23 January

As the summer months roll on, the warm weather brings longer days, sunshine, and the perfect opportunity to refresh your home.  Whether you’re hosting barbecues, spending lazy afternoons with family, or just enjoying the season, these homemaking...[Read More]

Skills crisis, slowing starts hammer big housing target

22 January

A deepening skills shortage and plunging housing starts threaten the nation’s ambitious target of 1.2 million new homes by 2029. Housing construction data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics on Wednesday is expected to reflect the worst year...[Read More]

‘Net zero hero’ myth risks overburdening individuals

22 January

It’s not unusual to see individuals championed as heroes of climate action, with their efforts to install rooftop solar and buy electric cars promoted as pivotal in the fight to save the planet. Hero figures can motivate others to follow suit but...[Read More]

Ways for consumers to put the ‘sun tax’ in the shade

22 January

For those who can afford it, adding a battery could beat the “sun tax” that will further deplete the once-generous rate of return for rooftop solar pioneers. A third of Australia’s households have rooftop solar and almost three quarters of the...[Read More]

Protect your home against dry weather threats with these steps

16 January

Protecting homes from dry weather threats, such as bushfires, requires proactive measures and preparedness. Here are some steps to help protect your home: Maintain the exterior: Clear roofs, gutters, and chimneys of debris regularly to prevent the...[Read More]

Property investing: comparing residential with commercial real estate

16 January

In the realm of property investment, prospective investors often grapple with comparing residential vs commercial real estate. Both offer viable investment opportunities, but they also come with their own unique advantages and drawbacks. Hence, the...[Read More]