‘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.
Sydney & NSW
‘Crazy’: Modest house sold for same price as mansion
A Sydney home seller is “over the moon” after getting a price 450 times higher than what his family paid for their humble brick house.
Shame list: 4 banks that won’t pass RBA cuts
More than two weeks since the RBA’s rate cut, most of us are already paying less interest, but there is no relief in sight for customers of these four banks.
Insult to tenants: landlords stoop to new low
Tenants have been delivered a fresh blow that could push more out of their Sydney homes, but the impact will vary across age groups.
Sydney areas where buying home is cheaper than renting
A highly unusual situation has arisen in some key Sydney suburbs that has made paying down a mortgage cheaper than renting.
‘Best value waterfront’ sells after year on market
A waterfront home that its overseas owner visited just twice a year has sold for a gobsmacking price after a year on the market.
How Alfred could catch out cheating Aussies
A leading property expert warns cyclone Alfred has exposed an Aussie practice swept under the carpet for years, which could have devastating impact nation-wide.
Man behind iconic Aussie rock band selling up
The man who discovered one of Australia’s most iconic rock bands is selling the Avalon Beach home he’s held for almost four decades.
Sporting great’s home with putting green has $5m guide
Homehunters inspecting a luxurious Hamptons-style residence this Saturday will know that it’s owned by someone high up in the sporting world by its ‘wall of fame’.
Sydney’s ‘White House’ is up for grabs
Is it the White House? A European palace? Or something from Hollywood? Either way Sydney’s Chateau de Benelong, is something else and it’s just hit the market.
‘Safe-keeping’ penthouse’ a $22m Bondi gem
A stunning beachside penthouse that sat vacant for two years has just come up for sale in a jawdropping Bondi Beach offering.
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.
Aussie insurers’ sick move as cyclone nears
A shock move from insurers has stunned Australians bracing for impact from Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Nathan Cleary’s $660k sidehustle earn
NRL superstar Nathan Cleary has scored himself a very handy $660,000 early season win.
‘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.
Influencer’s mindblowing $11.5m buy
Influencer Nadia Fairfax-Wayne and her financier husband Michael Wayne have spent $11.5 million on an unrenovated 1920s Centennial Park bungalow.
First look inside Kyle Sandilands’ new beach pad
Kyle Sandilands just snapped up a ‘fixer-upper’ holiday home four minutes’ drive from Albo’s $4.3m clifftop mansion. Check it out here.
Ita Buttrose’s $120k pay day on inner-city pad
Ita Buttrose has made a handsome profit on the inner-city pad she’d snapped up from mates less than two years ago.
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.
‘Much needed’ project to transform Sydney’s northwest
A proposal for an 873 dwelling project, including affordable homes, set to transform part of Sydney’s northwest has been approved.
Sydney gets biggest home price rise in 10 months
Interest rate cuts have flipped the housing market on its head, reversing a trend of falling prices and ushering in a new reality for home buyers.
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.
South Sydney skipper’s $2.2m consolation prize
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray is set to miss the entire NRL season due to injury but he now has $2.2m reasons to cheer up.
‘Worst ever’ home shocks crowd at auction
A home described as the “worst ever” and other collapsing houses have sold for unbelievable prices following the recent rate cut.
‘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.
Wild auction unfolds after hoarder trashes home
A leaking Sydney house requiring a staggering amount in repairs has changed hands for a huge price after a jaw dropping auction.
Late artist’s Tama pad up for sale on Mardi Gras eve
Mardi Gras was a special time for the late Archibald Prize-winning portrait artist, Craig Ruddy, whose stylish ‘Glamorama’ apartment has just hit the market.
Agonising decision crippling Sydneysiders
More and more Sydneysiders are being faced with an almost impossible choice between happiness and wealth.
Hemsworth’s $50m payout reveals secret Aussie life
Notoriously private Chris Hemsworth has given a rare look at his $50 million payout, showing off what that sort of money gets you in Australia.
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.
Mansion close by Hugh Jackman rental has $10m guide
Homes on Wallaroy Rd, Woollahra don’t change hands often, and when they do they can command top dollar.
Iconic Aussie model’s $5m Hollywood payday
The Aussie model who starred in one of Australia’s favourite music videos is set for a multimillion-dollar payday.
Sydney suburb about to double in size
A huge wave of new homes have been approved in a Sydney suburb, which will see it double in size in just a few years.
John McGrath: Aussie dream is over, time to move on
Many Aussie families need to accept this dream move will never come and adapt accordingly, writes property guru John McGrath.
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.
Buyers snap up $42m of units in a week at rare project
It was the first top-end apartment development on offer in the hot inner city suburb in 12 years, so of course savvy buyers were quick to pounce.
Mystery surrounds sale price of Sydney’s skinniest waterfront
Mystery surrounds the sale price on Sydney’s skinniest waterfront, which had four buyers keen.
Home and hosed for $852k
A first home buyer has pounced on a Stanmore property for just $852k and he’s grateful for a rate cut and some help from Dad.
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.
Vacant lot sells for $20m
A vacant lot in Sydney’s northwest has sold for almost $20m to an owner-occupier.
Stunning waterfront sets North Shore record
There’s a new house price record on Sydney’s north shore, with the sale of an incredible property.
Govt to release swathe of dud properties
The NSW government has announced a big sell off of low yielding, “surplus” properties – including sites in some highly coveted Sydney pockets.
$463m affordable homes plan approved
Approval has been granted for 48 affordable homes in a new $463m project in Sydney’s west as part of new NSW planning regulations to provide accommodation for essential workers.
Aussie 23yo ‘It girl’ exposes $30m lush pad
She makes her money in an unassuming way, but this Aussie “It girl” isn’t shy about showing off her $30 million pad at just 23 years old.
‘Bulldozer’ ScoMo $3.5m richer in cashed-up retirement
Ex PM Scott Morrison has made a shock move that could leave him with millions of dollars in wealth following his retirement.
Warning: Aus bombshell in dirty bank move
Aussies with savings in their accounts have been warned to consider moving their money following a stunning bank change.
‘Masterpiece’ sells $150k over reserve
An interior designer sold her ‘architectural masterpiece’ for $150k over reserve at a “super quick” auction on Saturday, with the clearance rate 56 per cent.
Sydney’s best bargain apartment blocks revealed
Homes with gyms, tennis courts, heated pools and steam rooms can be snapped up for under $500k in some of Sydney’s best buildings.
Sorry group locked out of Sydney property market
One cohort of Sydneysiders have been completely locked out of Sydney’s property market. Now they are desperately trying to find a work-around.
Blacklisted: Sydney suburbs where homes are risky buys
Home prices are about to fall in select Sydney pockets that had been hugely popular over recent years, threatening to trap new buyers.
How home buyers are responding to rate cuts
Interest rate cuts have attracted a lot of hype but home seekers have revealed what kind of difference the change will truly make.
Celebrity gardener sells $400k above guide
A celebrity couple have sold their home ahead of tomorrow’s scheduled auction for more than $400k above the guide.
Mansion smashes price records after $20m discount
A Sydney mansion has sold for a new record sum after its ‘motivated’ owner slashed the price by $20m.
Putin’s $2.1bn ‘kleptocrat’ mansion exposed
Revelations about Russian leader Vladimir Putin’s $2.1bn mansion have shocked the world. See it for yourself.
Bondi Beach site has $50m price guide
The Australia Post building and three shops in Bondi Beach have gone up for sale with a $50m price guide.
Brutal: Aus’ stubborn neighbours fresh warning
Australians who rejected multiple offers from developers in the hope of getting a windfall later on are now being hit with a brutal warning.
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.
Inside Drake’s $40k-a-night Aussie suite
Touring Canadian rapper Drake is blowing massive cash to make sure he’s living the high life while in Australia.
Insane sum Bunnings owner will get until 2082
A popular Bunnings has come up for sale giving a rare peek into the staggering amount the landlord pockets each year.
40-year trap: risky home act getting popular
More Aussie households are turning to a form of short-term financial relief that could lock them into pricey obligations for four decades.
NRL cross-code star’s $500k pre-season move
Sydney Roosters star Mark Nawaqanitawase is eyeing off a $500,000 collect before the NRL season kicks off.
‘Knockdown’ semi sells for record-breaking $10m+
A ‘knockdown’ semi has sold for more than $10m — smashing the record by more than $2m — to a buyer who fell in love with the view.
‘Worst ever’: epic repair bill for trashed house
A crumbling home deemed “the worst ever seen” in a popular locale has hit the market but it’s the events behind the sale that have got people talking.
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.
Sneaky move banks made before rate cut
Banks made a cunning move before the RBA announced a historic rate cut designed to squeeze homeowners for more, experts warn.
Why some Aussies are raging over this pic
It’s a stunning photo of Sydney’s towering Barangaroo precinct – complete with the Harbour Bridge in the backdrop. But one detail has Aussies raging.
‘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
Sandilands’ big move amid health scare
Amid his worrying health scare, radio king Kyle Sandilands has finally made a huge move that’s been three years in the making.
Hoarder house sells $600k above reserve
A hoarder house once “full of junk,” has sold for a crazy price, while the now deceased owner had a unique Aussie job after responding to an ad in The Daily Telegraph in London in the 1950s.
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?
12-month rent forecast: what you’ll pay in each NSW suburb
Rents in parts of Sydney are set to fall by up to 25 per cent by year-end, but the outlook isn’t good for all tenants. See what rent will be in each suburb
Buyers blown away by rare cliffhanger house
The agent selling a rare cliffhanger home at Dover Heights has been overwhelmed by the response since it hit the market yesterday.
‘Not true at all’: home loan lie blown apart
It can be tricky enough to get a home loan, without getting distracted by the wrong advice and misinformation. With rate cuts looming this is what you should be doing.
1.6m households ‘at breaking point’
Almost 1.6 million NSW households are at financial breaking point, according to staggering new figures. Is there a way out or will it get worse?
John McGrath buys himself record-breaking penthouse
Australia’s best known real estate agent John McGrath has just bought himself a new luxury penthouse for himself with extraordinary 180-degree water views for a record-busting price.
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.
Dept of Defence blocks set for auction
Vacant land anywhere close to the city is rare as hen’s teeth so when 17 house blocks go under the hammer at once it’s something to crow about — particularly in this hot spot.
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