Smarter home loan strategies: Consolidate, add value and refinance with confidence
16 April
Managing your home loan effectively can have a significant impact on your financial future. Whether you’re juggling multiple debts, thinking about upgrading to a larger home, or considering downsizing, the right strategy can help you reduce costs,...[Read More]
Winter-proof your home: 10 smart steps to avoid costly insurance claims
9 April
As the colder months approach across Australia, preparing your home for winter isn’t just about comfort—it’s about protection. Winter weather can expose weaknesses in your property, leading to costly damage and unnecessary insurance claims....[Read More]
Preparing your home for retirement – Start 10 years early
9 April
Retirement is often imagined as a time of freedom, comfort and enjoying the lifestyle you’ve worked hard to build. But one area that is often overlooked in retirement planning is your home. Where you live—and how well it suits your future...[Read More]
The ‘huge’ health benefits of walkable towns
8 April
Living within walking distance of the shops might seem trivial but for regional Australians, it could be the path to a longer, healthier life.
Residents in well-connected regional towns walk about 75 minutes more a week than those in less walkable...[Read More]
Building the right team when buying an investment property
2 April
Purchasing an investment property is a major financial decision. For many Australians, it involves committing significant capital, taking on long-term debt, and relying on the property to help build wealth over time. Investment properties can...[Read More]
Adding value to your property when building costs are high
26 March
With construction costs rising sharply over the past few years, many homeowners are questioning whether it is still possible to increase the value of their property without committing to a major renovation. The good news is that adding value to your...[Read More]
Autumn maintenance: Protect your property before winter hits
26 March
As the seasons change and cooler weather approaches, autumn is the ideal time to prepare your property for the challenges of winter. A proactive approach to maintenance can significantly reduce the risk of damage, prevent costly repairs, and...[Read More]
Power bill relief on the cards as wholesale prices fall
26 March
Australian households and small businesses in eastern seaboard states are on track for power bill relief thanks to lower wholesale prices, and despite the war in the Middle East.
Customers could pay as much as 10 per cent less on electricity this...[Read More]
Free midday power just the start for energy equity
25 March
The allure of free daytime power has brought savings-motivated Australians to energy expert Mamoon Reza’s door.
Akin to power happy hour, the Solar Sharer policy announced in 2025 has been pitched as a win for renters, apartment dwellers and...[Read More]
What to consider when buying an investment property
19 March
Property investment has long been seen as a way to build wealth over time. For many investors, the goal is twofold: to benefit from the long-term growth in the property’s value while also generating rental income along the way. While the idea may...[Read More]
Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills
19 March
Offshore wind farms could deliver significant savings for Australian households, with some consumers seeing $151 cut from their annual electricity bills.
The savings would come despite the significant up-front investment needed to build wind...[Read More]
‘Made me feel ill’: relief for househunting headache
18 March
Burning thousands of dollars on building and pest inspections could soon become a thing of the past for cash-strapped homebuyers in one state.
The burden of pre-sale building and pest inspections would shift from prospective buyers to sellers under...[Read More]
Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes
11 March
All Australian homes should receive a score out of 10 for energy efficiency before they can be sold or rented, experts say, as part of an expansion to a national assessment program.
The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme, which is used to rate...[Read More]
Minister won’t rule out tax change as Greens up demands
5 March
Young people see the housing market as being stacked against them, Australia’s housing minister says, as the Greens call for drastic changes to property tax concessions.
Clare O’Neil continues to play a straight bat to suggestions the government...[Read More]
Compact homes unlocking cheaper, cleaner city living
5 March
In a time of climate change and strained housing affordability, sometimes it pays to think small.
At just 50 square metres, the apartments and townhouses inside the Two Sisters development in North Melbourne are far smaller than the 236 sq m average...[Read More]
