Author: Otto Dargan
Renovations Over Relocations: Is This A Trend In 2023?
As we step into spring selling season in Australia, there’s a subtle shift in the way homeowners are approaching their housing decisions. More homeowners are deciding to renovate. That alone is not surprising. What is different this year, however, is that some reports are...
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Home-Buying Strategies For A Competitive Property Market
If you’re in the market to invest in property or looking to buy a home, the current landscape demands your attention. The property market has recently had a surge in auction clearances and home sales, indicating a highly competitive environment. If you’ve been in the...
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When Will Interest Rates Go Down?
As the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) works to control rising prices, many people ask: When will interest rates go down? To help answer this question, Home Loan Experts CEO Alan Hemmings shares insights that mix careful thinking with hopeful expectations about interest rates. Expert...
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Taming The Housing Crisis: Availability And Affordability Tips 2023
As of 2023, CoreLogic reports the median house price in Australia’s combined capital cities has hit $882,006. What about city apartments? They come with a median price tag of $629,862. And for those seeking a home beyond the cityscape, in the regional areas, the median...
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Breaking Down The Award Wage Increase By Fair Work Commission
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently unveiled a 5.75% increase in award minimum wages and a new national minimum wage of $23.23 per hour (up from $21.28 per hour), starting from 1 July 2023. This news is a welcome change for low-paid workers who have been grappling with...
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Changes Coming To Australia On 1 July 2023
As the new financial year begins, many changes that were announced in the federal and state budgets will come into effect. We’ve outlined the major changes that will affect home buyers, owners, renters and investors. Federal Changes The following changes are effective...
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Has Inflation Peaked?
In response to the high inflation, the Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the cash rate by 4.0 percentage points since May of last year, following the latest 25-basis-point increase in June. The Treasurer and RBA governor have established a target for inflation. The goal is...
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