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Rent Crisis in Australia and Its Effects on Homebuyers

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 06 February 2023

If you're in the market to buy a home, it's time to consider renting. Australia has never had a higher percentage of renters than homeowners and that trend is only getting worse. The boom in renting has been growing steadily for over 30 ...

Trends to Watch Out for That Will Shape the Property Market This 2023

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 31 January 2023

In 2022, the property industry was so colorful and unpredictable that it dominated most conversations of business people anywhere in the world. When prices went up, and so did mortgages which meant a huge challenge for those who were thi...

What to Know About Housing Affordability this 2023

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 17 January 2023

It's been a while since the housing market in Australia was so buoyant. The expanding economy, falling interest rates, and booming construction sector all played their part in making it easier for Australians to buy their first home than...

Tips in Choosing the Right Home For You this 2023

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 09 January 2023

If you're ready to buy a home, you've probably already done your research and know that one of the most important decisions you'll make is where to put it. But how do you figure out if this dream house is right for you? The process might...

Construction and Building Trends to Expect in 2023

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 27 December 2022

We're almost done with 2022 – and it was indeed a whirlwind of a year for the construction and building industry. Although businesses have significantly improved their processes, and it seems like things are back to normal, the events th...

Preparing for Your First Investment: Costs You Have to Get Ready For

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 13 December 2022

Making your first investment is both exciting and nerve-wracking. It could be more challenging if you are not as prepared as you would like to. This is why it's very important to make the right decisions by studying the pros and cons wel...

Things You Should Do Before You Make Your First Home Purchase

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 01 December 2022

Making an investment is a huge decision that many of us must carefully plan and consider. Whether you are buying your first home or making some upgrades, or even if it's a property investment just for business purposes, there are things ...

First Homebuyers in Australia and Their Hurdles in Buying Property

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 23 November 2022

Buying your first property is a beautiful and exciting thing. Wherever you are in the world, finding a place to call your own is definitely a dream come true. Unfortunately, there are many challenges that potential buyers are facing righ...

Important Red Flags to Know Before Purchasing Property

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 15 November 2022

It has been well established that buying a property is not all fun and games – it means business. There are things to consider and essential details to fully understand before you get into the property market. These things are necessary ...

Looking Into Owning a Sustainable Home? Here’s What You Should Know

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 03 November 2022

Over the years, people have become more conscious about sustainable living, largely because of the growing awareness for climate change and its impact in our global environment. One of the most popular choices for homeowner who want to g...

Bank of Mum and Dad and the Struggle of Young Borrowers

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 19 October 2022

First time buyers home buyers, particularly, the young people often receive some help or contribution from their parents especially now when buying a residential property has become much harder than it was before. Not only has the proces...

How to Save Some Money on a Home Renovation

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 11 October 2022

The impact of global inflation has been tremendous on different industries – including the construction sector. It has caused stress among the general population and given business owners a lot of headaches in terms of expenses. While it...

Industry Trends in Construction You Need to Watch Out For

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 04 October 2022

Construction has been globally regarded as one, if not the biggest, industry in the world, making up about 13% of the global GDP. Even during the beginning of the pandemic, while so many industries worldwide were putting a stop to their ...

What Experts are Saying About Buying Houses Right Now

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 20 September 2022

Getting into the property industry has been a dream for so many people. Not only is the investment lucrative, but it's also stable. However, the main issue right now about property investment is its unpredictability. One day it's a good ...

The Growth of the Australian Economy: Why Business Owners Benefited More than Workers

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 13 September 2022

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australia grew a strong economy in the three months to June, with the national output or GDP growing 0.9 percent and 3.6 percent throughout the year so far. What does this tell us? The in...

Facts About Property Investment That You Should Know This 2022

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 07 September 2022

It’s been quite well known all over the world that investing in property is lucrative. However, people's priorities have changed over the years, especially ever since the pandemic happened, so huge investments like this have not been as ...

Want to Upgrade Your Home? Try These Easy Ways

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 30 August 2022

Sometimes, just the thought of making upgrades in your home is daunting, mainly because of all the preparation it entails. It depends on the kind of upgrade, but it is still a lot of work, no matter what. Some people actually choose to m...

Rentvesting: What is it, and is it a Smart Move?

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 23 August 2022

Investing can be daunting, especially if you don't exactly know what you want. Not only does it require some knowledge in the area you want to invest in – it does also need funds. Let's say a hopeful investor wants to get into an inve...

Future Proofing Your Home and Why It’s Important

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 16 August 2022

The building activity in Australia hit its peak early this year. Despite all the challenges the industry has faced over the past couple of years, it has managed to perform well. Thousands of new properties were built, and more are curren...

Australian Property Prices, Cash Rates, & GDP

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 09 August 2022

As experts predicted, as interest rates surge, Australian property rates fall at rates similar to the onset of the historical event that had transpired in the 1980s called the global financial crisis. If we trace back history, there was ...

Understanding Community Living and Rooming Houses

Posted by Hillbrook Projects on 27 July 2022

Most people would associate "community living" with a small community or a group of strangers coming together to start a new life somewhere. But it's more than just that. Nowadays, it's become more complex and harder for people to find a...

Melbourne’s Most Livable Suburbs in 2022

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 25 July 2022

The biggest cities in Australia have always been the most popular choices for homebuyers whether first-timers or not. However, things have changed so much over the past several years. The suburb is a residential district that is found on...

Housing Affordability in Australia

Posted by Hillbrook Projects on 21 July 2022

Australia has recently been facing a lot of heat regarding skyrocketing interest rates and how it's been so difficult for many to acquire a residential property. People struggle to find a decent home because of how expensive it is, and t...

Six Most Common Australian House Designs & Types

Posted by Tristan Angelini on 19 July 2022

Over the years, Australian homes have changed the way they look. From the Victorian and Boom Style Eras to Contemporary and Brick styles, home designs have been evolving, influenced mainly by styles from different parts of the world. Whi...

How Labor and Materials Shortage Impact Building & Design

Posted by Hillbrook Projects on 14 July 2022

We first heard of the shortages in materials around the time the pandemic hit, and most factories worldwide had to close down temporarily. It has affected the building industry on such a vast scale – there were shipping delays, and the p...