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tiny homes could be key in helping to meet the nuanced housing needs of western australia

The 50 square metre solution getting people into their first homes and delivering an answer to nuanced housing needs

Small, modular homes could be a key part of the broader solution to Western Australia’s current housing challenges.
Interested in short-term rentals Here’s the blueprint for successfully running an Airbnb property in Australia

Interested in short-term rentals? Here’s the blueprint for successfully running an Airbnb property in Australia

Industry experts delve into the pros and cons of entering the flourishing short term rental accommodation market.
expert explains why buying a house has never been harder

The hardest time ever to buy a house in Australia: How Australian home buying got so tough

We’re currently in a buyer’s market, but that doesn’t mean Australian house prices are crashing.
Thinking of renting directly from a landlord Here's what you need to know about private rentals in Australia

Thinking of renting directly from a landlord? Here’s what you need to know about private rentals in Australia

While some tenants see benefits in dealing directly with landlords, experts urge caution when navigating the privately managed rental market.
australian housing investment good design is better for more people

Why great housing design is better than the cookie-cutter approach

While design choices improve quality of the living spaces, they have little influence on borrowing capacity within the current system.
smart home technology gains ground in australia

Australian home buyers are willing to pay more for smarter homes

Smarter homes are attracting higher paying buyers.

Space efficient design is cost efficient design

Poorly designed big homes can be more expensive without any of the benefits.
australian rental crisis explained by real estate experts 28022024

Why is Australia experiencing a rental crisis?

House rents soared by $55 per week, while unit rents rose by some $80 per week.
Queensland's $1.3B housing plan The good, the bad, and the ugly.

Queensland’s $1.3B housing plan: The good, the bad, and the ugly.

Concerns raised over ambiguity in the plan’s execution, and its effectiveness, emphasising need for deeper solutions to housing crisis.
Fact vs fiction – Separating myths from reality in the negative gearing debate

Fact vs fiction – Separating myths from reality in the negative gearing debate

Nexia Australia’s David Montani revisits negative gearing discourse, questioning its impact on rents and housing supply.

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