Though it had a poor start in the ratings, new home reno show House Rules turned into appointment television for 1.8 million viewers by its final episode, closing in on Channel 9 rival The Block Sky High. The competition was a gruelling one for the six rival teams ...
The rise in Melbourne property values in June was underpinned by low mortgage rates, according to RP-Data Rismark’s latest Hedonic Home Value Index. The report revealed that Melbourne dwellings jumped 2.3 per cent for the month - the nation’s second highest growth ...
Hit renovation-reality show The Block has announced its South Melbourne “Sky High” auctions will take place on Saturday July 27. After the final renovation episode attracted a whopping 1.174 million viewers, we can expect the inspections to bring in masses of fans ...
With the new financial year upon us, it’s time for property investors to get organised. Here are a few last minute hints that could earn you some extra cash back in your tax return. A depreciation schedule could earn you big tax benefits ...
I was surprised to learn that reputable buyer’s agents are still promoting the idea that property prices will appreciate at 10 per cent per annum at their seminars and home-buying shows. It seems that sometimes people almost want to hear that prices will boom interminably ...
This weekend produced another round of strong auction results. The 73 per cent clearance rate was no doubt buoyed by a proportion of first home buyers trying to take advantage of the $7000 grant for established housing which is due to end today. ...