Property
We’re living in our homes longer, thanks to soaring costs
We can blame soaring house prices for the recent fall in housing sales. Core Logic reveal the top 20 areas with the longest-held homes.
Housesitting sites to help you beat sky-high rent
Want to avoid paying rent in a busy city? There are a number of sites online that can help you launch your housesitting career.
How ‘scrapping’ your investment property can recoup costs
Looking for a way to recoup more money from your investment property? Consider 'scrapping'.
Why Brisbane property is replacing Sydney as the investing hot spot
There are two key reasons behind the increasing appeal of Brisbane property - affordability and the potential for attractive yields.
How to cash in by selling your property as a megalot
Some owners of adjoining blocks have been banding together to sell megalots to developers for huge sums. Here's what you need to know to clinch the deal.
The ugly truth about high-pressure property seminars
Beware spruikers who use high-pressure tactics to flog overpriced property at property seminars. What should you look out for?
Australia’s hottest selling suburbs for houses and units
Some suburbs are selling houses like wildfire, at almost half the rate of houses sold across the country. Where are Australia's hottest selling suburbs?
Why you should be cautious when buying off-the-plan
If you're looking at buying property off-the-plan, proceed with caution. Prices are expected to fall when new apartments flood our capital city markets.
Four ways young people can get into the property market
Can't afford to buy a property? Maybe you're going about it the wrong way. Here are four ways for young people to get into the property market.
Commercial property investment delivers high yield
Looking for a high yield investment? According to Lonsec Research, commercial property can typically pay out 5%-8% - better than bonds and cash.
