‘New generation of homes’: where outpriced buyers are heading
Rising prices and limited housing is driving a shift in buyer behaviour that’s making way for a “new generation” of homes.
Brisbane & QLD
How to buy on the Gold Coast for under $200,000
Have you ever wondered what $200,000 will buy you on the Gold Coast? Frankly, it is not much, but if you are prepared to drastically alter your dream, you can still do it.
Shock twist as former Virgin CEO to tear down $17m mansion
In a shock twist, the outgoing CEO of Virgin Australia plans to tear down a $17m home she bought just months ago, asking council to permit two planning breaches in the aftermath.
Stubborn Aussie ‘slumlord’ cops $810k bill
A stubborn ‘slumlord’ has been hit by a major bill for almost $810,000 after trashing his multimillion dollar homes.
Why this winter could be a good time to sell
While spring has long been considered the best time to sell property, there are several good reasons to list in winter too. But what will this winter hold?
New level: Auction event dubbed ‘pulse check’ post rate cut
A inner-city sanctuary sold under the hammer for $4.5 million at an auction event dubbed the “pulse check” of the market post the latest interest rate cut.
City more than 1.5m Aussies plan to buy in
The race is on with more than 1.5m Aussies saying they plan to buy in this city over the next few years, but not all the locals are happy about it.
Simple tasks Aussies are freaking out over
A vast majority of one cohort of Aussies is freaking out over the most mundane and simple tasks in the home, a worrying new study has found.
Buyers lock down prime Olympic base
While many Brisbane homebuyers may face increasing home prices in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics, Liezel and Pieter Le Roux hope to be settled into their Kangaroo Point apartment well before the Games come to town.
Shock Aussie cities named in world’s top 10
Two Australian capitals have hit the top 10, with two others penalised for shock reasons as a surprise new top city was named for the country.
The surprise city where it costs more to park than Sydney
Fifty cent public transport fares haven’t stopped motorists from getting behind the wheel in this Aussie city.
Family home stuns at one of Saturday’s most active auctions
This suburban home saw one of the weekend’s most active bidding wars, with all 10 registered bidders fighting furiously to buy it.
Crowd cheers for luxury house at sausage sizzle auction spectacular
A crowd of neighbours and homebuyer hopefuls enjoyed a Saturday morning snag at the huge sale for this deluxe home.
Olympics boss wins top gong at Queensland property awards
The man behind Brisbane’s future Olympics infrastructure got his dues on Friday night, at a prestigious property awards ceremony.
‘Stupid’: Blunt warning amid RBA rate cut frenzy
An expert who has bought, sold and developed more than 2000 properties says Australia is ignoring a huge warning amid the RBA interest rate frenzy.
Beachside builders reveal easy tricks for improving your home
This married couple have been making their own houses for years – and they’ve found some home makeover tips anyone can do.
Leading Ladies of Real Estate heading back to Townsville
A women in real estate event is coming to Townsville this month with an aim to connect women in the industry in an informal and fun environment.
‘Secret weapon’ most renters don’t know they have
Many struggling tenants could access a crucial service that can make the whole process of finding and renting a home much easier, they just have to know where to look.
The simple feature that adds $400k to your home
Australia’s growing population means people will pay hundreds of thousands for an apartment with this one key feature.
Why fixing your home loan now could lead to regret
One in ten homeowners are planning to refinance their mortgage to a fixed rate following the latest rate cut, but experts warn they may come to regret acting prematurely.
NRL Origin star signs new deal
NRL Melbourne Storm skipper Harry Grant, named in next week’s State of Origin team list, has two reasons to celebrate after signing off on his next big deal.
Inside $15m restoration of renowned Brisbane hotel
A beloved inner-Brisbane hotel has emerged from a massive $15m year-long renovation. Take a first look inside.
Big Aussie bank’s shock RBA double rate cut call
One of Australia’s biggest banks is mounting pressure on the Reserve Bank to deliver a double rate cut for a shocking reason.
Cairns marina mansion poised to blitz suburb sales record
A marina mansion is poised to become the first $5 million-plus sale in this Cairns beaches suburb, and if it achieves its asking price, will be just $250,000 shy of the Cairns sales record.
What banks don’t want Aussies to know
There are some things Australian banks don’t want Aussies to know – and it could save you up to $170,000.
How this family got on the property ladder
This Queensland couple has gone from shelling out thousands of dollars in rent a week during Covid to owning their own home by moving to an area that matched their budget.
What interest rate cuts would mean for QLD homeowner
Homeowner Amber Warke is hoping for some relief this month in the form of an interest rate cut after watching her mortgage repayments mostly go up since she bought her home.
Huge money mistake too many Aussies are making
Too many Aussies looking for a safe haven for their money are squandering their investments with this simple mistake.
‘Supersized’ May rate cut to save average borrower $2400
Finance guru David Koch reveals three simple tricks to turn a small rate cut saving into $60k-plus.
‘Don’t wait’: Huge warning before ‘certain’ RBA cuts
Experts have issued a big warning to Australians ahead of a ‘certain’ decision by the RBA to cut interest rates this week.
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