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Population surges not always a good indication of a solid investment
Population surges not always a good indication of a solid investment By Catherine Cashmore Tuesday, 24 January 2012 When considering real estate investment one of the rules you’ll often...
Australia’s Renters
Australia’s Renters Australia has a growing generation of residents who can not only ‘not’ afford to buy, but cannot afford to rent either. They’re the oft forgotten ‘rental...
Rate cuts and Christmas Presents.
Rate cuts and Christmas Presents. The internet’s done some wonderful things for us, Google is now the brain of the universe – any question can be plugged in and answered (albeit with a hefty disclaimer...
High-rise accommodation must be done right
High-rise apartment blocks are already a dominant feature of our major capital city skylines. It’s somewhat inevitable that an increased population will bring with it greater density in inner-city areas...
Be Cautious where you seek advice.
Be Cautious where you seek advice. The Home Buyer and property Investor show was in Melbourne last week. It’s one of those events during which so many free tickets are handed out; it makes me wonder if...
Reading between the lines
Reading between the lines Was it the Greek tragedian Sophocles who said “no enemy is worst than bad advice?” If he’d lived in the 21 st century, he’d no doubt be aiming his words at media...
If you're looking for a housing market recovery, look first for a federal election
If you're looking for a housing market recovery, look first for a federal election By Catherine Cashmore Tuesday, 17 July 2012 Page 1 of 2 There may be some reservation involved when it comes to...
Just as the US after the housing crash, Australia is becoming a nation of renters
Just as the US after the housing crash, Australia is becoming a nation of renters By Catherine Cashmore Tuesday, 29 May 2012 It’s been a while since we heard about the “top...
The disappearing Aussie backyard and its emotional, physical and mental toll
The disappearing Aussie backyard and its emotional, physical and mental toll By Catherine Cashmore Tuesday, 22 May 2012 It would be easy to outline the physical and emotional effects skyscrapers...
While governments provide rhetoric and reports, thousands are waiting for real housing solutions
While governments provide rhetoric and reports, thousands are waiting for real housing solutions By Catherine Cashmore Tuesday, 15 May 2012 If you've been following the budget and numerous...