Newtown Jets director lists country escape
A ‘misty-eyed’ Newtown Jets director has listed his country escape for sale for less than he bought it for in what’s been an emotional week.
Inner West
Labor’s rent check move a ‘disappointing distraction’
A new move from the NSW government aimed at helping renters find a place they can afford falls short of the mark.
‘Mean girl antics’: Block sisters bullied after win
They might only be 22 and 24, but that hasn’t stopped the other supposed adult Block contestants ganging up on sisters Maddy and Charlotte. And the reasoning is even more petty.
‘Beyond your control’: dire homebuying reality
No matter how well you plan it, how much money you might have or the hours you put in, major factors in buying a home could be simply good luck. This is why.
Huge change to how Aussies do real estate
A seismic change to how Aussies buy and sell their homes is here.
Albo’s own negative gearing benefits exposed
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken advantage of the same negative gearing tax benefits he is considering getting rid of, it can be revealed.
‘They lied’: Teams turn on sisters, Block’s reputation questioned
Tensions run high as everyone gangs up on the newbie contestants, and the show’s reputation takes a hit after one team is accused of refusing to pay their bills.
Millions tied up in old NSW bikie clubhouses revealed
Bikies once ran rampant across NSW before police crackdowns blew the gangs apart. But what happened to their clubhouse property empires?
Sneaky home loan hack saves couple $1600 a month
This clever debt-busting trick saved a struggling Aussie couple more than $1000 each month. Could it help you?
Rare twin terraces a traveller’s dream
These rare, dual terraces in one of Sydney’s most sought-after locations are a jetsetter’s dream.
Sydney home price record smashed by $1.1m
The home price record in this Sydney suburb has been smashed by one of the best renovations you will ever see.
Bitter fight brews over dodgy developer’s $10m home
Several disgruntled parties are shaping up for a bitter battle as the home of disgraced developer Jean Nassif, which could be worth around $10m, is prepped for sale.
Secret horrors being hidden from Aussie homebuyers
Shocking problems with homes for sale not listed in official reports are being exposed by savvy homebuyers amid pleas to authorities to shut loopholes.
Dishevelled home missing back wall sells for $2.28m
A buyer has splashed more than $2m on a home that was “unsafe to inspect” and appears to be missing parts of the walls and windows.
‘Too much housing’: where home prices could plummet
Pockets of Sydney have become oversupplied with homes, with experts warning this has created incredible opportunities, and risks, for home seekers.
Aussie cities break 10-year curse with big housing change
There’s good news for those who are in the market for a home, with multiple Australian cities recording a big change.
Christmas comes early for homebuyers
Real estate guru John McGrath has some very good news for homebuyers.
Secrets of Sydney’s mind-blowing street art
Street art properties are taking over the inner west, and becoming a popular selling point for buyers, adding colour to the streets and preventing unwanted tagging.
‘F***ing walk off’: Block couple’s fight turns toxic
Paige and Jesse’s relationship is getting out of hand while mum of four Kylie continues to deny the existence of small children in her home plans.
Albo moves on his controversial ‘eviction home’
Anthony Albanese is making a move on his controversial rental property that was at the centre of a bitter eviction/cost of living spat.
Factor that increases your home’s value by 25 per cent
These five aspects of a home could add as a much as a third to it’s selling price, according to real estate expert John McGrath.
Suburbs Aussies refuse to leave
The Aussie suburbs where owners never want to leave have been revealed, with some refusing to budge for up to 22 years.
Family’s savvy ‘Plan B’ ends years of renting
A young family reveal the smart moves they used to purchase a home they ‘fell in love with’ and get out of the rental market.
Simple style change can add thousands to your home’s value
A cheap, simple stylistic change to your home could add tens of thousands of dollars to its value.
How to sell your home for the most money possible
There are three crucial aspects to getting the most money possible when it comes to selling your home.
The Block winners cash in again
Last year’s winners of The Block, Steph and Gian Ottavio have enjoyed another huge home win.
Breakthrough for desperate home seekers
Hopeful home seekers now have much more reason to be optimistic than this time last year.
Inner West home sells, couple get $2.5m windfall
An Inner West family have walked away with a $2.5m windfall after selling their family home in a heated auction on Saturday morning.
Home values fall in 63 Sydney suburbs
Home values are rising across most of Sydney, but they’ve fallen by up to $110k annually in a range of suburbs still grappling with the fallout of a Covid-era trend.
First home buyers end long search
There is hope for first home buyers in the roller coaster market as Emma and Dean came out on top in an auction in Sydney’s Inner West on Saturday morning.
Run down brick house sells $1m over reserve
Sydney’s auctions have hit the ground running after the Easter hiatus with a dated brick home selling $1m above its reserve.
‘Living in fear’: tenants kicked out for requesting repairs
Frustrated tenants claim eviction for repair requests, with this renter fleeing Sydney, fearing retirement affordability, and declaring perpetual discomfort in rental properties.
Infamous double murder mansion sold for $26m
The home of one of America’s most infamous murders has just sold — 28 years to the day after two brothers were convicted of the heinous crime.
Epic reno nets seller jaw dropping profit
A homeowner who undertook one of Sydney’s most dramatic home renovations has been rewarded with a record price at auction.
’Worst on record’: new blow for Sydney renters
Sydney’s available rentals have hit a shocking new low in what is the toughest time to be a renter in Sydney’s history.
Loophole leaves renters stranded six months
Renters Cecilia and Jack spent six months not knowing if they’d have a roof over their heads and blame an “unfair” regulation.
Swans legend’s home given epic makeover
It was the house AFL legend Jude Bolton let go after one of the Swans’ most gut-wrenching losses, but it’s returned to the market after an interesting makeover.
$10m lifestyle home has unique display garage
An inner west trophy home, with a frontrow view of the famed Bay Run boasts several rare features including a dazzling display garage that overlooks the state-of-the-art pool.
Freddie Mercury’s home listed for the first time since his death
The cherished former residence of the late Queen icon Freddie Mercury has hit the market for the first time since his 1991 death. See what it might sell for
Iconic chicken shop owners selling $15m mansion
The owners of legendary Sydney chicken shop El Jannah have put their incredible $15m mansion up for sale.
The ‘Goldilocks suburb’ top of buyers’ lists
This Sydney suburb has smashed yet another record with a real estate agent naming it the “Goldilocks suburb.”
Sydney auctions: young home seekers secure rare gem
Eager home seekers were in luck, as the number of homes going under the hammer surged one third compared to this time last year.
Australia’s top 10 investment markets revealed
Australia’s top investment markets have been revealed, and they all have the same thing in common.
Homeowners now $70k richer as prices hit new high
Sydney home prices have bounced back from last year’s barrage of interest rate hikes and homeowners now have plenty more equity in their properties to work with.
Homebuyers ‘value for money picks’ revealed
Sydney homes are expected to see weaker price growth in the coming months and that means there are some value buys for homeseekers out there.
‘Coiled House’ sets big new record in Albo’s suburb
A ‘visionary’ home known as the ‘Coiled House’ has set a massive new price record in Anthony Albanese’s home suburb.
Hidden gem next door to Fairfax grandson for sale
Waterfront properties in Balmain East are a special breed. Simmons St is a highly coveted cul-de-sac with a high pedigree of neighbours and No.5 is now listed for the first time in a decade.
Labor to bulldoze through housing reforms
Unleashing housing supply with a one-size-fits-all planning approach is already proving to be a tough pathway for the Labor Government.
Share house demand booms as rentals become unattainable
Demand for share houses has boomed as renters struggle to secure tenancy off the market with limited availability and sky high prices.
One of Sydney’s worst homes sells for shocking price
A Sydney wreck has sold for a truly jaw dropping price, while a modest house nearby sold for millions, on what was a bumper week of auctions.
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