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NAB property price predictions for 2025

Key takeaways The NAB has amended its forecasts for both house prices and interest rates for 2025. NAB does not

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Ten things dogs can teach us about business…and life

We often talk about the things that we learn in business, the lessons that we get, and the people we

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What is going on with property investors?

Key takeaways New investor loans are up a strong 18.8% nationally, far outpacing the volume of investment properties coming to

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The 11 Best Suburbs to Invest in Melbourne 2025

Perhaps you want to invest in Melbourne’s property market but don’t know where to start. Or maybe you’re wondering what

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How They’ve Shaped and Continue to Shape Australia

Key takeaways Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964) were born during a time of optimism after WWII. This led to a population

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Want to Get Rich with Property? Here’s What Most Investors Get Wrong!

If you bought your home 20 years ago and didn’t check its value until today, you might be stunned. In

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WA Leads Loan Growth, QLD Climbs Investor Ranks

Key takeaways Queensland has overtaken Victoria as the second-largest investor market, now holding 23.4% of investor loans for the year

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[Podcast] The truth behind why rich people are happier with Tom Corley

I am about to shatter your very understanding of happiness. For some listeners, this may be discomforting; for others, this

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How Trump’s Policies Could Lead to Delayed and Smaller Rate Cuts

Key takeaways Although Trump’s economic strategies primarily target the U.S., their effects may ripple through Australia, particularly influencing our central

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8 reasons why you’re not rich

Key takeaways Many people struggle to build wealth because of limiting beliefs about money. Shifting your mindset towards abundance is

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Why Overseas Migration is Not a Major Cause of Australia’s House Price Growth

The narrative that overseas migration is the primary culprit behind Australia’s rising house prices is one that often gets repeated,

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To Be a Successful Entrepreneur You Must Go All In and Never Quit

Becoming a successful entrepreneur is not easy. I spent five years studying 177 self-made millionaires Rich Habits Study – Background

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Nobody told me this about money – but I wish they would have

Key takeaways Taking on debt is not a problem, as long as you can repay it. Learn good money management

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The ultimate coffee quiz – will you pass?

Are you a coffee lover? I remember taking a trip to Brazil and on one of the tours we took

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Why Warren Buffett Would Be Eyeing Melbourne’s Property Market Right Now

Key takeaways If Warren Buffett were eyeing Melbourne’s property market today, he’d likely see opportunity where others might see uncertainty.

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Beware the company you keep & the counsel you seek

“You’ll be exactly the same person five years from now except for two things: the people you meet and the

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Has Australia Passed Peak Property Investor?

Key takeaways The number of private property investors in Australia is dwindling, with recent data showing a significant drop. This

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Are you a worrier or a warrior?

There is a saying that is a useful one to adopt if you’re prone to worrying unnecessarily. It is, “Why

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Beyond the Buzzwords: Decoding Generational Research

Key takeaways Property investors, business leaders, and simply members of society need to understand what’s behind the various generational labels.

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The majority of self-made millionaires have a similar approach to earning money

“Keep all your eggs in one basket, but watch that basket closely.” – Warren Buffett This is one of Warren Buffett’s

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data trending in the right direction, but not enough for a rate cut just yet

Key takeaways The RBA’s decision to hold rates at 4.35% is expected to provide a boost to household confidence. A

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Have you got what it takes to be a great entrepreneur?

Have you got the skills to make it as an entrepreneur? We all want the wealth and contentment that comes

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The Market Forces Investors Need to Know

Key takeaways Apartments are currently driving value growth in the Australian property market, with new-build apartment prices projected to rise

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Read all the Books | Jim Rohn

All of the books that we will ever need to make us as rich, as healthy, as happy, as powerful, as

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When Will Australia’s Rental Crisis End?

Australia’s rental market is in crisis. Vacancy rates remain extremely low, rental stock is extremely slim, and high rental prices

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Why do so many entrepreneurs fail?

In my Rich Habits Study, 51% of the self-made millionaires were entrepreneurs, meaning they made their wealth by starting and

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The Latest CoreLogic’s Rental Market Update

Key takeaways National rents rose by 0.2% in October, a slight improvement from previous months, though still well below the

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Doing the remarkable | Jim Rohn

When it comes to meeting and conquering the negativity in your life, here is a key question: what can you do,

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7 Timeless Principles to Steer You through Negotiations

If you want a sure-fire way to succeed at negotiations – whether it’s with your partner over who takes out

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The Latest CoreLogic’s Home Value Index (HVI)

Key takeaways CoreLogic’s national Home Value Index (HVI) recorded a 0.3% rise in October, marking 21 months of growth since

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What It Means for Investors and Renters

Key takeaways For the first time since records began in 1999, Victoria’s active rental bonds dropped by 21,712 over the

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[PODCAST] Why You Should Ignore Most Property Data – Insights from Stuart Wemyss

Today, we’re talking about property data. We’ve all heard the saying, “The numbers don’t lie,” but what if I told

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Inflation results the nail in the coffin for rate cuts in 2024

Key takeaways CPI rose 0.2% in the September 2024 quarter and 2.8% annually. The quarterly rise is the lowest since

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You’re not alone – more property investors struggle with this than you know…

If you’re feeling uncertain about the property market right now, you’re not alone. Many property investors I speak with are

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Why Are Younger Generations Delaying Homeownership? A Deep Dive into the Shifting Mindsets and Realities

Key takeaways In recent years, younger generations have delayed or forgone the purchase of their first home, because of affordability

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[Podcast] Forget Median Prices! Discover the Real Way to Gauge Housing Affordability with Simon Kuestenmacher

Today we’re going to talk about why medium prices may not be the best gauge for housing costs. Now, if

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What to Buy and Where to Look

Key takeaways Detached homes in established suburbs are expected to perform well due to demand from families and professionals moving

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Almost 1 in 5 Aussies have remained living with an ex to save money on housing costs – new data reveals

Will you stay in a relationship just to save on housing costs? Well, a Finder survey of 1,049 respondents revealed

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Understanding Negative Gearing and Its Role in Australia’s Housing Market

Key takeaways Negative gearing occurs when rental income does not cover property expenses, allowing the shortfall to be deducted from

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Why You Must Safeguard Your Financial Future From This Growing Threat

As we increasingly embrace digital transactions, the convenience of tapping, swiping, and entering our card details online also brings significant

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A Mixed Bag for Affordability

Key takeaways Victoria’s property market is undergoing significant changes aimed at stimulating buyer interest and addressing the housing supply shortfall

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The State of Marriage and Divorce in Australia in 2023

Key takeaways In 2023, 118,439 couples got married, down from 127,161 in 2022, but the most popular day to get

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The Great Wealth Transfer: A Boom for Some, a Challenge for All

We are currently witnessing what could be described as the greatest wealth transfer in modern history. As the baby boomer

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Incorporating Eco-Friendly Water Features into Landscape Design

A water feature can do more than just add a touch of beauty to your property—it brings a sense of

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Property investing in warehousing

As you weigh the pros and cons, consider the highs and lows, and balance the risks and rewards of investing

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[Podcast] What The Intelligent Investor Can Teach You About Thriving in Property Investment with Ken Raiss

Today, we’re diving into some timeless wisdom that has guided investors for decades, but with a twist—how these principles apply

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Insights from Morgan Housel on Demographics, Wealth, and Human Behaviour

Key takeaways In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, understanding psychology, demographics, and economics is more crucial than ever to make smarter,

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When Will Interest Rates Fall? It May Be Later Than You Think

Key takeaways The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is unlikely to cut interest rates soon. While some initially expected a

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What to Buy and Where to Buy It

Key takeaways Demand for quality homes in affluent areas will remain strong, particularly for 3-4 bedroom houses in neighborhoods with

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[Podcast] Believe it or not, the rich have 58% fewer problems, With Tom Corley

In today’s show we discuss why the rich seem to have fewer problems and how, while money doesn’t necessarily buy

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The Enemy That Never Retreats — But Also a Hidden Ally for Property Investors

Key takeaways Inflation was so subdued for more than a decade that many investors stopped worrying about its impact on

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What the Latest Mortgage Insights Tell Us About Australia’s Property Market

Key takeaways The average new loan size in Australia is $636,208 — up 8.8% annually. The average investor loans is

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What Would a Rate Cut Mean for House Prices in Australia?

Key takeaways Australia’s largest lender, the Commonwealth Bank predicts interest rate cuts as early as late 2024, with other banks

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How Keeping Up With The Joneses Is Driving Millions of Australians Into Financial Stress

Australians have long prided themselves on enjoying the good life—sun-soaked holidays, sparkling new cars in the driveway, freshly renovated homes,

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Yes, paying a premium for property is sometimes essential: Here’s why

Key takeaways No one really wants to pay extra for a property purchase, do they? But there are situations where

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Does this mean no interest rate cut this year?

Key takeaways More than 64,000 people found jobs in September, beating economists’ forecasts for gains of 25,000 jobs. The jobless

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How Rising Interest Rates and Home Prices Are Shutting Australians Out of the Property Market

Key takeaways Australia is facing a housing affordability crisis like never before, with soaring mortgage rates exacerbated by rising property

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Is the rental boom over? Pivotal point in the market as growth rates tumble

Key takeaways According to Domain’s Rent Report, Australia’s rental market may be entering a cooling phase after several years of

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What to Buy and Where to Look

Key takeaways Despite being Australia’s top-performing housing market over the last four decades, Melbourne has underperformed in recent years. While

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Is Your Job Safe? Exploring the Shifts in Australia’s Workforce

Key takeaways Australia’s economy has been undergoing a profound transformation over the last century, and as a result, the types

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How New Property Investors Fall into the Dunning-Kruger Trap

Key takeaways In the world of property investment, a troubling phenomenon often rears its head: the Dunning-Kruger Effect. You see..

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10 Things To Consider Before Hiring an Electrician in Adelaide

Hiring an electrician for your home in Adelaide is an important decision that should not be taken lightly. Whether you’re

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Advertising a house is ridiculously expensive in Australia – could that be affecting the property market?

Australia has long been one of the most expensive places in the world for buying a house. Now, it’s apparently

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Millionaire migration and its effect on Australian real estate

What we saw during the Covid period was not only a decline in population growth in Australia, but we also

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Why 13 Rate Rises Haven’t Knocked Out the Aussie Consumer Who Just Keeps Spending

Key takeaways After 13 interest rate rises, Australian consumers continue to spend like they’re in the ring with a featherweight,

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Everything you need to know about the state of Australia’s property markets in 20 charts – September 2024

Key takeaways CoreLogic estimates the combined value of residential real estate rose to $10.95 trillion at the end of August.

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11 factors that affect the value of your property

Key takeaways When looking for a new property, there are many factors to consider, including location, school zones, demographics, and

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The One Person to Listen to When Investing

If you’re anywhere near my age (I’m going to be 50 very soon), you know you need to be investing

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If Investors Are Really Leaving the Property Market in Droves, What This Means for the Future

Key takeaways Australia’s property market is facing a significant shift, with more and more investors opting to sell off their

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Do You Really Need an Air Conditioning System in Brisbane?

Thinking about getting an air conditioner? Being closer to the equator, Brisbane generally experiences more of a subtropical climate, which

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The Secret Power Shaping Australia’s Property Market: Are You Missing Out?

Key takeaways The Australian property market is undergoing a significant transformation, with inheritances and financial support from the ‘Bank of

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The Latest My Housing Market Rental Report

Key takeaways Australia is in an unprecedented rental crisis and there is no end in sight. Rentals are growing at

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Are You Ready for the Future?

Key takeaways Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, redefining roles, and most crucially, transforming leadership. Leaders must adapt their leadership

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Will the RBA Cut Rates This Year? A Look at Australia’s Economic Crossroads

Key takeaways The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is keeping options open for both potential rate cuts and hikes depending

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Latest Australian Property Markets News and Forecasts

Key takeaways Despite tightening vacancy rates, rental prices are easing, offering a slight reprieve for tenants. Vacancy rates tightened in

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The boom indicators are all lining up

With inflation finally under control, the Reserve Bank now has no option but to cut interest rates. I’ll explain why

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Where Can Savvy Savers Still Buy a Home?

Key takeaways Australia’s housing market is facing unprecedented challenges, with no clear end in sight. The dream of homeownership feels

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10 steps to bounce back from a financial loss

Almost everyone will experience an unexpected financial loss at some point in their life. In the current cost-of-living crisis, the

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You Want Houses to Be More Affordable? Here’s What It Will Really Take

Key takeaways Before you think I’m an affluent property investor who doesn’t understand the plight of first-home buyers, let me

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The housing fix we actually CAN do something about

As someone who has spent the best part of their professional life involved with property markets and public policy, I

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The Habits of Successful Property Investors

Key takeaways Over the 5 decades I have been involved in real estate I have seen many successful property investors

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Why Essential Workers Can’t Afford to Own a Home

Key takeaways Recent reports paint a grim picture for teachers, nurses, and other essential workers, who are finding it increasingly

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Why Removing Negative Gearing Won’t Solve the Housing Crisis – and Could Make Things Worse

Key takeaways Negative gearing could be counterproductive, making housing less affordable for many Australians, particularly renters, and would not increase

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How Many Billionaires Are There in Australia?

Sluggish global markets, high inflation, high cost of living and a heated property market mean our finances are constantly shifting.

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[Podcast] What if we stop immigration – will it really help our property markets? With Simon Kuestenmacher

Housing affordability, or the lack thereof, and the historically low vacancy rates, have often been blamed on a large number

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A Better Way to Gauge Affordability

Key takeaways If you’ve ever tried to make sense of the property market, you’ve likely found yourself staring at median

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Why Migrants Are Not to Blame for the Housing Crisis, but a Population Fix Is Needed

Key takeaways Migrants are often blamed for adding pressure to already stretched housing markets, but they actually bolster the economy

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The Latest Proptrack Home Price Index

Key takeaways National home prices lifted 0.04% in September and are now 5.67% higher than a year ago. Prices in

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The Latest Australian Housing Market Stats

Key takeaways House prices increased by 0.3% over the September quarter, bringing the national median house price to $1,149,547. House

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Three steps to develop your own financial strategy

A few weeks ago I wrote a blog about the one thing that stops most people from making the most of their

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The truth about Michael Yardney’s net worth

Key takeaways What’s my net worth? While I don’t answer this question with a definitive number, I’m always happy to

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the ‘bank of mum and dad’ is increasingly helping fund the lives of young Australians

Much has been made of the increasing presence of the “bank of mum and dad” in the lives of Australians.

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[Podcast] Economic Indicators That Property Investors Must Know About

Welcome to another monthly Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney podcast. Each month, I get together with leading financial

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Understanding the Role of Luck in Success

Key takeaways When we talk about success, we often focus on hard work, talent, and determination, but Warren Buffett points

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Hold decision should be seen as a positive outcome from the RBA

Key takeaways The RBA kept the cash rate on hold at 4.35% at the September meeting, as expected, but the

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Unpacking the Historic Price Gap and Future Trends

Key takeaways Sydney has long been Australia’s most expensive city, but the premium has now reached historic extremes. Melbourne’s median

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Why Your Home is Unaffordable!

In today’s show, I chat with Ross Elliot, a prominent voice in the property market and urban development. Ross recently

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Transferring Property Into a Trust Without Triggering Tax and Stamp Duty

Protecting your hard-earned assets is increasingly becoming a common concern, especially with the increasing number of frivolous claims. For centuries

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is now the perfect time to consider this strategy?

Key takeaways Liveinvesting is a retirement strategy that involves investing more in your family home to live in a better

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Why the Various Housing Markets Around Australia Are Performing Differently in 2024

Key takeaways The economic fundamentals that underpin each housing market are a significant driver of performance. In Sydney and Melbourne,

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This weekend’s auction results – Clearance rates around Australia

Typical high listing numbers over the pre-Grand Finals Super Saturday of auctions failed to quell buyer demand with more positive

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6 “fears” that trick us into not investing

Key takeaways Investing in property is a proven way for Australians to build their financial nest egg, but if you’re

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Crypto Volatility and Real Estate as a Hedge

Feeling the impact of crypto market swings on your investment portfolio? Discover how real estate can offer stability and act

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Should You Buy a Property Now or Wait Until 2025?

Key takeaways The RBA has kept interest rates on hold since November 2023, and economists agree that there won’t be

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The Housing Revolution That Could Change Gen Z’s Gloomy Outlook to Home Ownership

Key takeaways Young Australians have been facing a perfect storm of rising property prices, stagnant wage growth, and increasing living

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Australians pocket a record median profit of $285,000 when reselling their property

Key takeaways CoreLogic analysed approximately 91,000 dwelling resales in Q2 2024. The incidence of profit-making sales nationally increased to 94.5%.

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Government-Created Jobs and Spending Are Fuelling Inflation and Making the Reserve Bank’s Job Harder

Key takeaways According to the latest ABS data, there has been a significant surge in public sector employment, driven largely

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What 40 Years of Change Will Mean for Us All

Key takeaways Australia’s population is expected to grow to over 40 million by 2063, with migration continuing to be the

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6 Tips For Building a Custom Shed in Australia

Nowadays, you can completely customise your shed – we’re talking about deciding on everything from the size to the colour

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What Does a Project Architect Do in Property Development?

In this article, I’ll explain the role of the Architect and how to work with them on your development project.

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What You Need to Know

The Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) in Victoria has been a topic of much discussion, especially among property investors and

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This week’s Australian Property Market Update

Key takeaways Our property markets are continuing to rise, but more slowly than earlier in the year. CoreLogic estimates the

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How Some Aussies Are Getting Poorer Despite Economic Growth

Key takeaways The headlines were filled with predictions of an imminent recession in Australia, but the economy has not fallen

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A Win for Tenants, But at What Cost for Landlords?

Key takeaways Changes to the minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties in Victoria could soon see landlords facing increased

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Capital City or Regional Property? Don’t fight Gorillas

Key takeaways The argument about whether it’s better to invest in regional Australia or a big capital city is a

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What This Means for Investors

Key takeaways Non-performing home loans rise for the sixth consecutive quarter to $23.37 billion. The total money in mortgage offset

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Interest Rates in 2025: Cut or Comeback?

Key takeaways According to the RBA’s forecast, inflation won’t hit the middle of its 2% to 3% target range until

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How Our Aging Population is Shaping Our Economy and Property Markets

Key takeaways Australia’s demographic landscape is shifting dramatically, with the elderly population set to profoundly impact housing demand, the workforce

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What You Need To Know

Selling a deceased estate is not something anyone looks forward to, but at some point in our lives, many of

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Is Australia About to Enter a Period of Stagflation?

Key takeaways Many pessimists predicted that Australia would fall into recession, and while that hasn’t happened, Australia is navigating choppy

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The Hidden Costs of Homeownership in Australia

Home ownership is the great Australian dream for many. However, whilst owning your own home can fill you with an

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10 Golden Rules of Property Development

I’ve found many investors are looking at getting into property development to grow their wealth faster by “manufacturing” capital growth

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The richest streets in Melbourne

Whether they have incredible views or are in close proximity to the CBD, the beach, or both, Melbourne has some

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What Does a Town Planner Do in Australia?

In this article, I’ll explain the role of a town planning consultant and what you need to be asking yourself.

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Maximizing Real Estate Opportunities with Virtual Data Rooms’ Innovation

The real estate sector in the US took a downturn in the last two years. More than 2/3rd of real

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The State of Marriage and Divorce in Australia in 2023

Key takeaways In 2023, 118,439 couples got married, down from 127,161 in 2022, but the most popular day to get

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Why 13 Rate Rises Haven’t Knocked Out the Aussie Consumer Who Just Keeps Spending

Key takeaways After 13 interest rate rises, Australian consumers continue to spend like they’re in the ring with a featherweight,

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A Deep Dive into the September Quarter Trends

In this blog, I’ll be talking about the housing market on a national scale, and there are two charts as

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6 reasons to not invest in property!

Key takeaways Every asset class comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, and property investment is no exception.

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Here’s what it could mean for investors

Key takeaways The Victorian state government has begun consultation on expanding rental standards, which could significantly improve the quality of

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The end of the rental boom is in sight

Key takeaways CoreLogic’s national rental index has flatlined over the past two months, demonstrating the weakest rental market conditions since

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Baby Boomers Passing the Torch to the Next Generation

Key takeaways Australia stands on the brink of a monumental financial shift, as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age

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How did Melbourne’s median dwelling value become sixth lowest across the Australian capitals?

Key takeaways The housing value league tables have evolved significantly over recent years, with Sydney having the highest median dwelling

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This is the weakest economy outside of a recession. Here’s what the GDP figures show

The latest national accounts show the Australian economy is struggling. It’s what you would expect after the sharpest series of

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How To Design An Investment Property That Stands Out From The Crowd

In a market as competitive as today’s, selling a home or apartment is not as simple as putting up a

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Governments cannot tax their way to increased housing supply

The Victorian government has granted local councils new powers to limit short-stay accommodation as it moves to introduce a 7.5%

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Building Regulations and Planning Approval Process in Australia

In the following article, I’ll explain how you might tackle the hurdles and requirements to get your development underway. One

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Will house prices crash? And what’s needed to fix housing affordability

Key takeaways Predictions of an Australian house price crash create lots of interest but have been a dime a dozen

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Sydney Named Among the World’s Top ‘Workcation’ Cities for 2024

As the world continues to embrace the flexibility of hybrid work, a new trend is reshaping the way we think

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Unveiling the Nation’s Demographic Tribes

Key takeaways Simon Kuestenmacher and I discussed how we can group people based on their behaviours, preferences, and life stages

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What Does It Cost to Raise a Child in Australia?

Starting a family is one of the most significant financial commitments you’ll ever make, especially in today’s climate where the

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When were Australian homes last purchased?

Key takeaways 2021 is the most common year in which properties were last sold. An estimated 549,000 homes were last

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‘Doing nothing is not an option’ – top economists back planning reform and public housing as fixes for Australia’s housing crisis

Top economists are unanimous in believing Australia’s housing market is in crisis. Offered a choice of 14 measures identified by

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