Tighter lending standard introduced after the Royal Commission have put banks under the spotlight. This, as well as efforts by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) to slow growth to
A bit less so in the news at the moment, but there has been no slowdown in the rate of Australia’s population growth. The population clock will roar to beyond 25½
The June housing finance approval figures were consistent with stabilising market conditions through the middle of 2019. The number of owner occupier loan approvals rose 0.4%mth, in line with expectations but still down 13.6%yr.
So your tenants have moved out and you’ve done the final inspection on the property. You’ve compared the state of the property to the official condition report, and guess what
With the new financial year underway, the annual obligation to submit your income tax return by October 31 is right around the corner. Some of you are probably in a mad
It seems inevitable - life gets cluttered. As you move through your daily routine, your home accumulates more stuff. Whether it's bills, clothing, decor, equipment or even food,
With the kids moved out, you might be looking to downsize and make the move to a smaller home. Whether it’s for financial reasons or lifestyle factors, downsizing can be
Properly lit streets, walkways and parks are essential to community safety. And extra lighting helps us make the most of our excellent local parks. No wonder residents backed an increase
If you’re new to property investing, what are the things you should do to make investing in property a success? Follow these simple steps and it could save you a
