Many Australians are stubborn when it comes to their mortgages. Once they find a home loan that they are comfortable with, they tend to stick with it for many years, often ignoring the arrival of new lenders, changes in rates, and new loan products. Given the enormous sums of money that most of...

Australia will host the Olympics for the third time as Brisbane has won the bidding process for 2032. What does this mean for Brisbane’s economy and property market?  In a landslide vote by International Olympic Committee delegates in Tokyo, Brisbane was elected to host the 2032 Olympic...

The Australian Banking Association has rolled out support measures for Australians struggling with the latest COVID-19 lockdowns.  Victoria's lockdowns have just been extended for a week after 13 new local cases of the Delta variant of COVID-19 were reported on Monday in the state.  South...

A ban was placed on all non-urgent construction within New South Wales amid rising COVID-19 cases. Cases of the Delta strain of COVID-19 have continued to spike across the country with Victoria reporting 12 new cases today and NSW reporting 98.  The increases in case numbers have prompted a...

The COVID-19 pandemic wrought havoc upon Australia’s economy. However, new modelling shows that the pandemic has also helped to cause the property boom that we’re seeing now.  It’s no secret that the Australian housing market has thrived over the past year and a half, having reached a...

The New South Wales government has just released its COVID-19 relief package following an extension to lockdowns.  New South Wales’ lockdowns have been extended for 2 weeks, set to remain in place until July 30th after NSW reported 97 new cases of COVID-19 today. Speaking on the lockdown...

With 112 new cases of COVID-19 recorded today in NSW, the lockdowns will likely be extended. But how will this impact the economy?  Today, NSW recorded 112 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of active cases in the state to 664. !function(e,i,n,s){var...

The RBA has reaffirmed that it will keep its record low-interest rates until 2024 - defying the predictions of the big banks.  Late last year, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) cut its cash rate to a historic low of 0.1 percent as a means of addressing the economic downturn brought about by...

Stamp duty from the booming property market has cut the state’s projected deficit in half.  It’s no secret that Australia’s property market is thriving, and now the 2021 NSW budget is enjoying the benefits of the boom.  Stamp duty generated $9.379 billion for the 2020-21 financial...

Not even fears of COVID-19 seem to be capable of slowing down the thriving property market in Sydney.  Sydney’s latest cluster of COVID-19 cases have done little to dissuade those keen on buying property, as recent data highlights the persistent strength of Sydney’s auction clearance...

The property market is a great way to build wealth - Here’s how to do it.   The rapidly spreading delta variant of COVID-19 has thrust much of Australia back into lockdown. However, Australia’s property market has continued to remain strong. Auction clearance rates are holding up amid...

We all want to build a collection of assets to increase our wealth, but it’s just as important to learn how to protect your assets.  Over the 2019-20 financial year, there were 20,762 new personal insolvencies and 12,450 bankruptcies in Australia. Without sufficient asset protection, these...

Ever wondered how you can build your wealth and set yourself up for the future? Here are some tips.  Table Of Content Mindset & wealth Budget & balance Investing to grow wealth Building wealth with Real estate Property flipping case studies Protecting your...

Australia’s property market is running hot, but with property values at record highs, how can investors find a good deal?  The combined value of Australia’s housing market now sits at $8.4 trillion as of June 2021, as record-low interest rates and favourable lending conditions have helped...

As Australia is plunged into multiple lockdowns, it’s time for businesses to brace themselves again for impact.  Just weeks ago, the Australian economy was making a remarkable recovery with unemployment returning to pre-pandemic levels and the booming housing market helping to cut budget...

CoreLogic recently released a quarterly review of Australia’s property market. Here’s what it says. Table of contents New South Wales Victoria Queensland South Australia Western Australia Tasmania Northern Territory Australian Capital Territory The...

If you are looking to get into the Australian housing market, whether for a residential home or an investment property, it is important to have a solid understanding of what stamp duty is. Table Of Content What is stamp duty How much is Stamp Duty in your state When do i have to pay...

For many Australians, tax time means receiving a massive bill from the ATO - but it doesn’t have to. Here are some things to keep in mind when filing your tax return. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has changed in drastic ways. Lockdowns, social distancing and economic hardship have...

The Australian property market is defying all odds; and here’s why it could continue to do so. Australia’s property market defied expectations during the COVID-19 pandemic as property values hit all-time-highs despite heightened unemployment and economic uncertainty. Over 200 suburbs...

Trusts are a great way to secure your assets and manage your taxes. Without protection, your hard-earned assets are vulnerable to creditors, lawsuits and even a partner after a separation – meaning that you could lose your assets quicker than you accrued them. If you get into a car accident...

Often considered the “red flag” of real estate, here is everything you need to know about Caveats on properties.  A caveat in real estate is an expression of interest in a property that prevents any new dealings from occurring that relate to that property. The term Caveat derives from...

Whether you’re buying your first property or you’re building your portfolio, finding the right property investment advisor can make all the difference when trying to make the right property investment decision. Even if you’re a seasoned professional, the amount of information you need to wade...

What is due diligence? If you’re unfamiliar with these words then they will be meaningless to you. They have to do with commercial transactions between buyers and sellers of real estate and other commodities and articles. It’s probably best condensed as “caveat emptor” which is Latin for...

What is a trust and what is a company? A trust is a private arrangement created by a person to meet specific needs. It’s terms and conditions are contained in a tailor-made specially crafted document called a ‘deed of trust’. The deed of trust sets out the purpose of the trust, its terms and...

The resurgent Australian property market is good news for sellers and the economy – and potentially for those looking to build wealth through undervalued property.  Imagine for a moment that you have access to a time machine and can travel back exactly a year into the past. You step out of...

While the media focus has largely been on tenants, tens of thousands of Australian landlords have also been badly hurt by the economic impacts of COVID-19. Now, the end of the moratorium on evictions in many parts of the country is being seen as a light on the horizon for rental property...

When you are preparing to purchase a property and make a significant investment, it is essential to seek the necessary assistance to complete the transaction. It is important to engage the service of a solicitor or licensed conveyancer to make the process smoother and avoid common mistakes. If you...

Building a home is not something anyone takes lightly. There are so many decisions to make from where you want to build, whether you want a unit or a house, and of course, which builder to choose to work with. Finding a builder you can trust to create your dream home is essential. Many Victorians...

Building a new home is not something that most people do every day. Therefore, when you do take the home-building plunge, you want to work with a builder who can help guide you through the complicated process. This isn’t always easy. Creating a wish-list of what you want in a home is one thing,...

Building your own home should be a joyful experience. But there are so many decisions to make and potential pitfalls to fall into that the stress levels can skyrocket before you even start. Choosing the right builder for your vision is probably the most important part of the process; getting this...

For many Australians, the idea of building their own home from scratch is more attractive than buying an existing home or unit that has already been occupied. Those who follow this path can build the home that best suits them and their family. However, finding a builder you can trust is not always...