When it comes to buying your dream home in 2023, the idea of ‘out with the old and in with the new’ has a lot going for it. There are some very good reasons for this, ranging from lifestyle shifts to environmental benefits and unique market conditions. Here are just six reasons why buying new …
When it comes to renovating, there are a myriad of cruel and creative things that can derail your project (and your sanity). The trick is to prepare, plan and know when to go with the flow. Here, Loni Parker, editor of Adore Home Magazine, shares the best ways to prepare for renovation hiccups, avoid disasters and …
Living in an apartment or unit instead of a house has its perks. Here’s some reasons you might want to consider the block life. 1. Low cost Apartment living can be much more cost effective than house living for both bills and rent. Heating and cooling a smaller area will save money on your gas …
Think living in an apartment prevents you from becoming a dog owner? Think again. Whether you’re in a spacious duplex or a huge high rise, there are plenty of dog breeds that are well suited to apartment living. Some dogs are totally fine cohabitating in a compact space without a garden, others are quiet and …
Alleviate stress with our list of often forgotten – but very important – tasks for moving into a new place. There are so many things to remember when moving into a new home. Unsurprisingly, when the to-do list seems to just keep on growing, it’s easy for things to slip off the schedule. Just make …
RateCity research director Sally Tindall says a six step financial makeover is crucial to secure higher levels of borrowing power in this market. The average person could add $130,000 to their borrowing power by taking six clear steps from the comfort of their couch – and a warning, one of them involves getting stuck in …
Looking to level up your bedroom? Interior stylist Catherine Heraghty shares some of her go-to tricks for maximising your bedroom space. When it comes to your bedroom, it’s not the size of the space that matters — it’s how you use the space that counts. A less is more approach will imbue a sense of …
Average mortgage rates have more than doubled since the Reserve Bank began its hiking cycle in May last year, but not everyone is being impacted equally. This time last year, mortgage holders were dishing out about 2.9% in interest, while this has now increased to 5.9% – and could go even higher. Some Australians are being hit …
If you’re a first-time investor or it’s been a long time since you last bought property, the property hunt can be a daunting prospect. Like any other major purchase, solid preparation helps to ensure a smoother journey. “Think of it like travelling to a foreign place – most of us like to know what we’re …
Those that can summon the courage and means to make the leap into the property market in 2023, will likely face less competition and softer prices than during the boom. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics figures, the number of first home buyers in the market has plunged about 31 per cent over the past year to November. However, despite the …
