Property
Saving for the future: building financial security
24 April
In an era where the allure of instant gratification is stronger than ever, the art of saving money seems to be fading into the background. Yet, the truth remains: most of us have aspirations that extend beyond our immediate reach, be it a new car,...[Read More]
Detail missing as parties pledge to fix housing woes
23 April
Major parties have traded blows on how they would solve Australia’s housing crisis, but uncertainty remains on how critical targets would be reached. Housing Minister Clare O’Neil and opposition spokesman Michael Sukkar traded blows on the issue...[Read More]
Young voters slam door on major parties over housing
23 April
Young women and gender-diverse voters say safe and affordable housing is a top priority at the federal election, but the major parties’ offerings are leaving them increasingly disillusioned. Voters considered Millennials (born 1980-1994) and Gen Z...[Read More]
Plan to support more Aussies to buy their first home
16 April
ANTHONY ALBANESE’S PLAN TO UNLOCK 100,000 PROPERTIES AND SMALLER DEPOSITS FOR FIRST-HOME BUYERS * A re-elected Labor government would spend $10 billion on up to 100,000 properties for first-home buyers to help ease the housing crisis * States and...[Read More]
Property price stance not safe as houses for leaders
16 April
While major parties eagerly press their plans to make it easier for first homebuyers to enter the market, they are more reluctant to reveal how much they want property prices to rise. Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have put forward competing...[Read More]
Policy no quick fix with housing ‘too far out of reach’
16 April
Duelling policies on housing might not solve all issues facing first homebuyers but could win votes despite some all but giving up on owning their slice of Australia. Hopeful homeowners would only need a five per cent deposit and houses would be...[Read More]
Households make room as renters share living costs pain
16 April
With rents rising nearly 40 per cent in the past five years cities are becoming hubs for larger households as international students lead the charge of living together. Housing has become a battleground for the major political parties jockeying to...[Read More]
Keeping coal clunkers alive risks power price surge
16 April
Delaying coal generator retirements under the federal coalition’s plan for adding nuclear plants to the grid risks power supply shortfalls and price spikes. Australia’s fleet of old and unreliable coal power stations, prone to outages and extra...[Read More]
Foreign student cap to ease housing crisis, Dutton says
9 April
A plan to cut international student numbers will get more Australians into homes, the coalition says, while critics argue the policy will do little to reduce housing pressures. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton unveiled the campaign pledge in Melbourne...[Read More]
Understanding conveyancing and property law
3 April
Conveyancing and property law are fundamental aspects of real estate transactions, encompassing the legal framework and procedural steps required to transfer property ownership. These areas of law play a critical role in ensuring that property...[Read More]
Brick by brick, parties build election housing pitches
2 April
Get out there and build. That’s the message Australia’s housing minister has delivered to property investors while claiming market stability and certainty could be at risk should the coalition secure a win at the impending election. “We’ve...[Read More]
Billions locked and loaded for clean green metals
26 March
Low-emissions metals and other industries the federal government views as vital to Australia’s net zero future have locked in funding in the federal budget. A total of $3 billion has been earmarked to support green aluminium and iron endeavours in...[Read More]
Rental reforms to help keep young staff in pricey homes
26 March
Protecting renters from no-grounds evictions has been labelled a win for the economy by delivering better prospects for young workers in one of the world’s most expensive cities. Millions of renters will soon be spared the frustration of a...[Read More]
10 ways to reduce your household energy use
20 March
As a homeowner, you’re likely aware of the increasing costs associated with household energy consumption. This is why cutting down on energy use can mean big savings. In addition to the financial benefits, reducing electricity use can help to...[Read More]
Doubling housing supply incentive could help renters
19 March
Renters could save $90 a week if Australia meets its housing targets but more incentives are needed to address shortfalls. The federal government has vowed to build 1.2 million well-located homes by 2029, but is expected to fall short by 462,000...[Read More]