Spots where Aussies typically don’t spend their holidays
THESE are the great destinations Aussies typically don’t visit. So if you don’t want to be surrounded by Australian accents on holiday, go here instead. THERE’S nothing like going away and
What you need to know about living in an apartment
MORE people are buying apartments as house prices rise, but apartment living isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. JASON Butler has lived on one of the top floors of a
The best ways to add value to your home
IT DOESN’T cost much to add thousands to the value of your property. There are a few key things you need to invest in, and some you should definitely avoid. IT’S
10 rooms from movie history that would make the perfect house
If you were to choose you favorite movie home, you would probably have a handful of amazing houses in mind, plus maybe a couple of manors or summer villas. There
Why paying a mortgage is not like paying rent
Every time I speak about housing with my family or friends, there’s always somebody who tells me that I’m throwing my money away paying the rent, when I could just
Is property or shares a better investment?
IT’S the age-old query of anyone with capacity to invest. Which is the better investment — shares or property? After allowing for costs, residential property has often provided a higher return
Young buyers prefer rentvesting to get into housing market
RENT where you want to live, buy where you can afford — that’s the philosophy expected to guide more young property buyers through the housing market. A new report has tipped
Depreciation changes ‘great news’ for property investors
TWO months after the federal Budget announcement, property investors have finally received guidance on the federal government’s plan to tighten depreciation deductions available for residential properties. Depreciation is the tax break
Century old fireplace is the standout of this European inspired beauty on Gold Coast
A 150-YEAR-OLD black marble fireplace, handmade and imported from England, adds a touch of rich history to this grand Southport residence. Cathedral ceilings, vintage chandeliers, French doors and ironbark parquetry flooring