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Holiday Roadtrip

Your holiday guide for the biggest holiday of the year

Trends, takeaways, and reflections on the property market in 2023, and what to expect for the year ahead

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The True Spirit of Christmas!

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The newest technology you need for your business and top tech gift ideas for Christmas

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The property market forecast: What to expect in 2024

House keys to open the door.

Tenant retention strategies for the holiday season

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Values Increase in June, But at Slower Rate

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‘Your Patch’ – Find the perfect rental, investment property, or home of your dreams

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House flipping – how to flip and avoid the flops!

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Sharp Reduction In The Rate Of Declines

City, Suburbs, Coastal or Country – Where is the right investment for you?

Growth Corridors – where to find pockets of property potential across the country

Selling See more

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The spring selling advantage – is it real?

Values Increase in June, But at Slower Rate

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Top End Houses And Units Lead Recovery

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Rate of Decline In Housing Values Eases Again

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Is auction still a safe choice for property in 2022’s changing market?

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The Essentials for Marketing your Home – A Guide for Sellers

Renting See more

House keys to open the door.

Tenant retention strategies for the holiday season

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Falling vacancy rates exacerbate challenges

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Rental growth slows despite vacancy rates falling

Rent Freeze to bin

Why a rent freeze is not the answer to rental affordability

Rent Controls Outcome

The Global Failure of Rent Controls: A Tale of International Cities

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Vacancy Rates Remain Stubbornly Below Average

Investing See more

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Top renovation ideas to add value to your home

Rent Freeze to bin

Why a rent freeze is not the answer to rental affordability

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Property investment – is it still an option for future generations?

Rent Controls Outcome

The Global Failure of Rent Controls: A Tale of International Cities

Values Increase in June, But at Slower Rate

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Investing in Regional & Rural

Home Improvement See more

Architectural design

4 key architectural trends for 2023 to incorporate in your home

Flipped House

House flipping – how to flip and avoid the flops!

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Tips to save time, energy, and money with a smart home!

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Refresh, revamp and repurpose – how to transform old household items and make them new again!

The 7 biggest home styling trends for 2023

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Tips to Improve the Value of Your Home This Spring!

Lifestyle See more

Holiday Roadtrip

Your holiday guide for the biggest holiday of the year

Family of four celebrating Christmas.

The True Spirit of Christmas!

Corporate Office

The newest technology you need for your business and top tech gift ideas for Christmas

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The golden years – downsize your home, upsize your lifestyle!

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Homegrown harvest – the easiest fruit and veggies to grow at home

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Tips to get into the Halloween spirit and styling home

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