The Lesedi local municipality spent nearly R1.9 million – a total of R1,867,532 – on improvements to properties earmarked as a mayoral residence in Heidelberg. The expenditure occurred on Erf 1812 and Erf 1813 in Bergsig Extension 9, but the building of the mayoral house was later discontinued by a council resolution. Building of Mayoral … Read more
House Prices: A Six-Month Window of Opportunity for Buyers? New data suggests a period of stability in the New Zealand housing market, offering a potential window of opportunity for prospective buyers. Property data firm Cotality reports a slight decrease in property values in January – down 0.1% – with the median value now sitting at … Read more
Samson Soars into Perth’s Million-Dollar Suburb Club – What Does This Mean for WA Property? Samson, a suburb east of Fremantle, has officially joined Perth’s exclusive million-dollar club, experiencing a remarkable $500,000 jump in median house prices over the past year. This surge positions Samson among 32 suburbs in Western Australia where the median house … Read more
Property Flipping’s Resurgence: A Risky Game in a Shifting Market Property flipping, the practice of buying a property with the intention of quickly reselling it for a profit, is making a comeback. Recent data suggests activity levels haven’t been this high since before the 2008 global financial crisis. But this revival isn’t without its perils, … Read more
The Rise of DIY Homes: Are Flat-Pack Living Spaces the Future? The housing crisis is forcing Australians to get creative, and Bunnings is now at the forefront of a surprising trend: selling do-it-yourself homes. From compact “pods” to larger timber cabins, the availability of these flat-pack structures signals a potential shift in how we approach … Read more
The Mortgage Rate Paradox: Why Your Payments Could Fall Even as Rates Rise It’s a confusing time for homeowners. Interest rates are inching upwards, yet many borrowers are poised to see their monthly mortgage payments decrease in the coming months. This isn’t a contradiction, but a result of the unique dynamics of fixed-rate mortgage refixing, … Read more
Brisbane’s Property Boom: Will the Heat Continue Through 2026 and Beyond? Brisbane’s property market is showing remarkable resilience, with forecasts predicting continued price growth well into 2026. A recent KPMG report indicates a potential surge of nearly 11% this year alone, positioning Queensland’s capital as a national hotspot, second only to Perth. But what’s driving … Read more
The Shifting Sands of Retirement: Why More Americans Are Looking Beyond U.S. Shores for Beachfront Dreams For generations, the image of retirement has often included sun-drenched days and the sound of waves. But the reality of beachfront property ownership in the U.S. and Canada is increasingly out of reach for many. A recent study highlighted … Read more
Is 2026 the Year First-Home Buyers Finally Catch a Break? The dream of homeownership feels increasingly out of reach for many, but a growing chorus of market commentators suggests a window of opportunity is opening – specifically, 2026. Experts are calling it a “Goldilocks” year, a sweet spot where falling interest rates, increased housing supply, … Read more
Gen X’s Wealth Boom: A Generational Divide and What It Means for Australia’s Future Madonna’s “Material Girl” might have been a defining anthem for Generation X, but it’s turning out to be remarkably prophetic. A recent KPMG report reveals Gen X (roughly those born between 1965 and 1980) is now the wealthiest property-owning generation in … Read more