The real estate market has been through a rollercoaster of interest rate changes in recent years. Understanding these shifts—and what they mean for you—can give you a real edge whether you’re buying or selling a home.
Changes to the NSW property tax system give first home buyers the choice between paying an annual property tax or stamp duty.
Don’t know your LMI from your LVR? Can’t quite remember what caveat emptor means but you’re pretty sure Robin Williams banged on about it in Dead Poets Society? Never fear: help is at hand. Without further ado, here is an A to Z of some of the most baffling real estate terminology.
With the housing market finally softening after years of growth, many investors are asking this question. So is it better to buy or rent in Australia in 2022? The answer comes down to balancing what you value most and the price you’re willing to pay for it.
Australia’s booming property market has reached record highs in the face of extended lockdowns and growing affordability constraints, resulting in the strongest annual growth in more than 30 years.
The Delta outbreak has interrupted the recovery of the Australian economy and GDP is expected to have declined materially in the September quarter. The outbreak is affecting many parts of the economy, but the impact is uneven, with some areas facing very difficult conditions while others are continuing to grow strongly.
Take a look at how the real estate sector is set to benefit from Josh Frydenberg and Scott Morrison’s post-pandemic spending statement released yesterday.