Urgent Budget call: What Aus needs now
Experts have laid out what should be in the next budget if the government really wants to fix Australia’s housing crisis.
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Lamborghinis and superyachts: The cashed up players making millions from childcare
Meet the highflyers making millions from investing in our troubled $20b childcare industry.
Bank mistake costing you $12k
Big banks are dangling discounted rates to refinancers, but what they don’t tell you could cost you thousands in repayments.
True cost of investment properties revealed
Think your rental income will cover those mortgage repayments? Think again. The majority of first-time investors forget to add up these important yet costly cashflow expenses.
RBA-cut effect: Aus’ house price prediction exposed
Fresh new data has shown what Australians could expect to happen with house prices across the country..
Top investments spots for yield and capital growth revealed
Australia’s top 10 investment locations have been revealed, offering both higher yields and potential for future capital growth. See why they made the list.
Money guru slams home move as ‘bulls**t’, ‘window dressing’
A move aimed at making homes more affordable for struggling Aussies has been savaged as ‘bulls**t’ and ‘just window dressing’ by one of Australia’s leading finance figures.
Aussie fast food worker turns $40k wage into 5 homes
An Aussie man, who worked at a food court washing dishes, has revealed how he bought five properties in two years on a $40,000 wage.
Grim amount now needed to afford the average Aussie rental
Aussie renters now need an eyewatering annual income just to afford the average rental, with even six-figure earners facing housing stress. See the worst spots to be a tenant.
Housing horror: Half a million homes short of building target
A new report reveals the nation is nearly half a million homes short of its target to fix the housing crisis.
When to avoid a ‘fixer upper’
It’s tempting to save money on a ‘blank canvas’ property, but sometimes the cheaper price tag can cost you more than you bargained for
Aussies warned: Most stolen shock items exposed
Forget jewellery, cash or electronics – one item has topped a list of the most commonly stolen goods from homes. And it could be lurking in plain view.
Odd way Aussies could live in the future
An unexpected solution has been put on the table, with developers backing it but it could cause a stir.
$300k saved: How to beat the banks
RBA’s rate cut has seen banks go into competition mode. Before refinancing, here are the 50 best and five worst rates on the market.
‘Soul destroying’: New bank refuses rate cut
Virgin Money is no longer alone, with another subsidiary of a defiant lender refusing to pass on the RBA rate cut to customers.
Scary flaw turning Aussie homes into ‘hotboxes’
Aussie indoor temperatures are soaring, with a key change creating homes that are “like a greenhouse”, experts warn.
Backdoor way Aussies are affording a home
Plenty of Aussies are discovering a savvy, alternative way to buy a home, despite the cost of living crisis.
$200k richer: 25 Aus suburbs guaranteed to grow
Property markets can fluctuate, but these solid suburbs have been Australia’s best for the past decade. And there’s properties to fit all budgets.
Hello dollies! Offbeat way to deal with annoying neighbours
There are plenty of ways troublesome neighbours can get under your skin. If they do want to try it on, this is the perfect way to respond.
Bad neighbourhoods you need to avoid
Not all neighbourhoods are created equal – these are the ones you need to avoid at all costs.
‘Insanity’: Millions paid for homes no one can live in
A string of property sales have been slammed as “absolute stupidity”, with social media driving a baffling home trend.
Don’t bother: home reno that’s a waste of time
Homeowners looking to spruce up their own joint could be blowing a whole lot of cash for potentially no return if they make this crucial mistake.
‘Don’t assume’: reality check for Aussie homeowners
Aussies might be ‘past the worse’ when it comes to bleeding money on their homes but that doesn’t mean they are in the clear.
Couple drop $2k a month to live on cruise ship
A couple has revealed how they sold off everything they own to live on a cruise ship, leaving their old life behind.
Ray Hadley’s big move after health scare
Former broadcaster Ray Hadley is making a huge move after news broke of his granddaughter’s battle with cancer.
‘Run a mile’: hidden signs of a nasty rental
These are the red flags you need to be aware of when looking for your next rental home.
Sneaky bank mortgage ‘deal’ to cost borrowers $8k
Banks are offering ‘discounts’ that could actually cost borrowers in the long term. Here’s how to avoid falling into the trap.
How 33yo travelled Australia for free
A traveller has revealed the smart hack she used to travel the country without spending money – and it’s something anyone can do.
‘Horrible’: least trustworthy tradies revealed
“Rogue operators” have infiltrated key tradie businesses, experts warn, with a new report revealing the best and worst rated trades.
How to lock in $100k savings on an apartment
A hack to lock in as much as $110,000 in savings on a standard apartment is expected to see buyers better off from their first repayment.
Exposed: 16 Aus banks double rate cut
Australians who are keen for another rate cut straight away can look at these 16 banks now for another slash.
Driven barking mad by noisy dogs?
Flat Chat columnist Jimmy Thomson says a forgotten law can give you peace and quiet.
Winners and surprise losers of rate cut
Homeowners and others will get relief from today’s rate cut but it will also strike a blow to some already struggling sectors.
‘Within reach’: Where you can live the luxury life on the cheap
This is where you can live a luxury lifestyle on an affordable budget.
Call your bank: Rate cut trap revealed
The RBA has finally cut the cash rate. But that doesn’t mean your repayments will reduce. Here’s how to fix it ASAP
1.5 million Aussies in limbo despite rate cut
A single rate cut is like ‘throwing a cup of water on a bushfire’ and will do next to nothing to ease at least 1.5 million Aussies. Here’s why.
Why a ‘certain’ RBA cut will make everything worse
Experts agree the RBA must cut in February, triggering massive flow-on effects for property prices, mortgage payments and bank competition. But is a cut good news for everyone?
Rate cut move that’ll make you richer
Aussies can save thousands of dollars by ignoring a rate cut by the RBA. Here’s why.
RBA must cut rate to avoid heartbreak
On a grim Valentine’s Day, the RBA’s obsessive relationship with its inflation target band could leave us all unlucky in love.
Surprise way rate cut could backfire
Homeowners may be welcoming the prospect of imminent mortgage relief, but imminent rate cuts could unleash a hidden force that will affect the cost of living.
Where you’re most likely to find love this Valentine’s Day
Whether it’s a mining town or a beachside suburb, where you live could determine your chances of finding love.
Insane amount of cash you’ll save from RBA cut
A cut in interest rates expected to be announced in just days will drive some of the biggest household savings ever due to a quirk in the housing market from Covid.
Urgent warning as renters, buyers scammed
Real estate scams are leaving homebuyers without a deposit and renters without a home, but there are ways to keep your money safe. Find out how to spot the red flags.
Judd’s ‘gun’ family home up for sale in Sandringham
The parents of AFL great Chris Judd are selling the Sandringham family home where he lived before he made his AFL debut. SEE INSIDE
RBA cut predicted: Why you won’t get it
A February rate cut by the RBA may not bring Australians as much relief, if this has anything to go by.
Huge election warning over ‘guinea pig’ homes
Anthony Albanese has been warned not to take short cuts as he looks to prop up the popularity of his government and make up for his failure to meet election promises.
Shock salary needed to afford home
Owning a home in our capital cities now requires a jaw-dropping salary to be affordable – and home prices are falling because not enough people earn it.
$370k richer: Insane property hack revealed
Owning a new home might seem out of reach but with this savvy move you can get into the market and earn serious money.
‘Impact’ fees costing homeowners plenty
As if there’s not enough costs involved in owning a home, now along come these ‘hidden fees’ to hit even harder.
Troye Sivan’s $1.7m score after move to Melbourne
The Aussie house where the pop star filmed a personal video that’s had over 9 million views, and lived in when he landed a role in a Hollywood film has sold. See how much it went for.
Where you should have bought a home a year ago
If you had bought in these suburbs at the start of 2024 you would be very pleased with yourself.
Coming rates relief to have epic downside
Hope has emerged for homeowners after a surprise economic finding that’s paved the way for the RBA to cut interest rates – but any relief will come with a catch.
When Aussie home prices will spike
Australian house prices are expected to struggle for a period of time before surging strongly, according to a new report.
Crucial mistakes too many homebuyers are making
Too many prospective homebuyers are doing things you should never do, if you want to be successful in the search for your next property.
‘Game changer’: Buyers flock to surprise suburbs
An infamous gangland hub was one of several surprise entries to a list of Australia’s most sought after suburbs for homebuyers.
Market is turning: secret buyer hotspots
They are the surprise Australian suburbs where listings have boomed, giving buyers a once in a lifetime chance to cash in.
Five #CleanTok hacks you should be using
Social media is teaching the whole world about simple home cleaning tricks you might not know you can do.
Australia’s housing shortfall: What’s gone wrong?
The nation’s housing target is slipping out of reach as soaring costs, labour shortages, and planning delays stall construction. Can the crisis be turned around?
Mystery buyer snaps up Lleyton and Bec Hewitt’s glam retreat
Lleyton and Bec Hewitt scored a grand slam of the property kind after a mystery buyer snapped up their holiday house as they watched on at the Australian Open. Here’s what we know.
What can help Aussies more than a rate cut
Desperate Aussies are crying out for an interest rate cut to ease the cost of living crisis but for some this could help them out more.
Early rate cut tipped to bring massive housing shift
Experts are forecasting the property market could look very different once the RBA starts to drop interest rates. Here’s how a February rate cut could shape the year ahead.
‘At risk’: Big thing baby boomers must avoid
Baby boomers wield an insane amount of wealth but there is one thing they must not spend big on.
Insane reveal about Aussie homes
The Australian housing market is so high the value of thousands of individual suburbs now exceed the economies of entire countries. Check out your suburb.
6 of the best tennis court homes for sale
With Grand Slam fever sweeping the country, here are six of the best tennis court homes on the market.
How a badly positioned toilet could be sending you broke
Feeling broke? It could be inflation or it could be a wrongly placed water feature or badly positioned loo draining your finances. Here’s eight ways to turn your luck around!
Secret Aus property markets still booming
Much of Australia has entered a property correction phase, except for these areas that just can’t stop growing.
Major update: Aussies’ price-freeze shock
Aussies are finally breathing a sigh of relief after new data has shown a major freeze in an area no one saw coming.
Revealed: Australia’s 50 ‘safest’ suburbs to invest in
Australia’s top 50 safest suburbs to invest in may not be the hottest but they’re the steadiest performers – and one state holds half of them. See the list.
Earth-shattering interest rates call
Aussies might not get a break from the cost of living crisis at all in 2025, with experts predicting interest rates aren’t going anywhere.
Troubled teen model’s $12m blow
Online creator Paris Ow-Yang has been dealt another setback weeks after landing in court, with her family facing a $12m property challenge.
Australia’s most popular homes in 2024
Realestate.com.au has revealed the most popular properties this year, including a surprise mix of abandoned houses and jaw dropping mansions.
‘Golden era’: Shock 2025 property forecast
Experts have revealed the real estate markets set to surge and stumble in 2025 and there are plenty of surprises.
Inside country’s most popular holiday homes
Australia’s most popular holiday homes have been revealed and there’s a clear trend in the properties getting booked out fastest.
Celeb money battle no one saw coming
Aussie celebrities often score huge financial wins but things took a different turn this year when some big names tried to sell their homes.
Aussie suburbs set to boom in 2025
‘A new era in property is approaching’ according to Aussie real estate guru John McGrath and these are the suburbs set to benefit most in 2025.
6 big interior design trends going into 2025
You can make your home a trendy fashion statement for the new year with these simple tricks – including one with an ‘ugly’ secret.
Aussie suburbs car lovers should target
Luxury garages, monster sheds and parking palaces – discover the surprise Aussie suburbs where car lovers are living large and parking even larger.
NRL v AFL: Star players’ secret riches exposed
Unlike their on field exploits watched by millions, Australia’s richest footballers are quietly and cleverly earning plenty of money away from the game.
Simple trick to building a property empire
Some of Australia’s smartest property investors have used a different kind of approach to build portfolios worth millions and millions.
Is this Australia’s cheapest home?
It’s been labelled “uninhabitable” by a local council, but this rural Aussie property has been snapped up in what might be called the country’s cheapest ever property sale.
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