Five common yet confusing property finance terms explained
Property finance is riddled with terminology and jargon that can confuse even experienced buyers and sellers, let alone first-timers. Arming yourself with knowledge before making a move improves your chances of success in the long run. Cash rate The cash rate serves as a benchmark from which interest rates for home loans and savings accounts.
How organising our homes in lockdown helps us cope
When a lockdown hits, many of us feel it’s a time to focus on our mental health by making small changes that help us deal with a challenging time. The healthy coping strategies that many of us have tried include exercise, cutting out alcohol, practising mindfulness and seeking the support of family and friends. But.
Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast rents surge to record heights
A sea-change surge has pushed the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast rental markets to the brink of breaking with median weekly prices soaring to record heights as industry experts warn the boom that’s left some locals homeless is far from over. According to the latest Domain Rent Report, both cities recorded their strongest annual growth on.
How to transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary
The verdict has long been in – a sound night’s sleep is essential to both our physical and emotional well-being. “We see sleep as being one of the three pillars of good health, the other two being nutrition and exercise,” says renowned sleep psychologist Dorothy Bruck of the Sleep Health Foundation. So why is it that.
Regional Qld facing a ‘rental crisis’ with lockdowns expected to pile on more pressure
Queensland’s most hotly contested rental markets have been revealed, with thousands of desperate tenants competing for each listing. And one expert believes the latest round of Covid-19 lockdowns could make the situation even worse. New data from REA Group shows the crisis is being felt most acutely on the Gold Coast, where eight of the.
Creating a functional study on a budget in seven easy steps
How to improve the functionality of working at home without it costing a bomb. What equipment do I need? How should I make sure the workflow is optimised for efficiency? All of these are the right questions. My answer though generally starts somewhere other than thinking about the right size desk or lighting or even.
First-home buyers face stiff competition as investors return to the property market
First-home buyers are beginning to be squeezed out of the housing market by investors who are driving stiff competition at auctions, agents report. The change is trickling through on auction floors with more investors registering to bid on properties, sending prices higher. Some are determined to buy bricks and mortar rather than leaving money in.
4 ways to transform your home on a budget
You don’t need a massive budget or full renovation to bring your home to life. Going from drab to fab can be as simple as overhauling your aesthetics with a few simple touches. From curtains to decor, here’s where to turn your attention for maximum impact on a budget. 1. Change your curtains We don’t.