You’ve just walked out of the perfect home. It has a gorgeous shade of paint, the scent of jasmine and even a nook to read in the sun. You’re already planning BBQs with your new neighbours. Slow down! There’s more to a great property than elegant light fittings. When...

Perhaps the biggest question on many of our minds today is what Australia could look like post COVID-19. There are a number of options although they appear to become more complex every day. One is a recovery back to the way things were, perhaps optimistic, but not impossible.

Investing is the key to building wealth and becoming financially secure. That’s because your investments do the hard yards earning a return. No matter whether you’re just starting out in the workforce or fully retired, investment returns provides extra money for...

The Australian government has just announced a HomeBuilder scheme that will provide eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) with a tax-free grant of $25,000. Good news if you are wanting to build a new home or renovate an existing one! To access this...

There are different ways to renovate which will affect how you manage costs. A builder with a contract means the cost is fixed. But if you choose to DIY, then you’ll need to manage the budget yourself. So let’s look at how to master your renovation. Setting some money...

With interest rates at their lowest ever, it’s not only a great time to buy a property, it’s also a great time to get the equipment you need for your business. You may be keen to use the EOFY sales to save yourself some cash, or you may be interested in updating your...

Author: Gareth Woodham, Associate of the Australian Property Institute, Certified Practising Valuer, Augmen Consulting One of the early consequences of the overnight closure of our hospitality, tourism and education industries has been the impact on tenants and their...