Orana Durney-Benson
AUTHOR | No. of articles: 243
Orana (she/her) is a journalist who writes for Momentum Media's real estate and investment brands. Orana joined Momentum Media in spring 2023, having just completed her Honours in English Literature at the University of Sydney. A Sydney girl born and bred, Orana loves writing thought-provoking content that Momentum Media's readers can connect with.
Average Aussie buys first home at 36
Most Australians wait until their mid-30s to enter the property market. Are there benefits to buying in this age bracket, or is “sooner the better” still the best rule of ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 18 Jan 2024
Unresolved mould costs landlords $5.7k
In a reminder of the obligations on landlords, an ACT tribunal has ordered Canberran landlords to pay compensation for failing to address a mould issue in their rental ...
TAX & LEGAL
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Tue, 16 Jan 2024
Canberra developers slammed with ASIC disqualification
A pair of property developers are barred from managing corporations until 2025.
TAX & LEGAL
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Mon, 15 Jan 2024
Want to snag a WA rental? Beware of the hidden rules
Perth’s rock-bottom vacancy rates have been drawing attention from interstate investors, but easterners must be sure to do their research.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Mon, 15 Jan 2024
The Aussie suburbs where would-be renters can’t find a home
New data reveals an acute shortage of rental listings in key suburbs – both in the cities and beyond.
HOTSPOTS
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Sun, 14 Jan 2024
How investors are staying afloat in Far North Qld
The Daintree coast has been devastated by recent storms and floods. How are property owners bouncing back?
HOTSPOTS
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Thu, 11 Jan 2024
Want bang for your buck? Try these 15 locations
An expert reveals the best-value suburbs in each capital city in 2024.
HOTSPOTS
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Thu, 11 Jan 2024
Construction levels may not normalise until 2030
Despite a microscopic rise in building activity in November, an economist warns it could take “until the back half of the decade” to see a meaningful improvement.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Wed, 10 Jan 2024
What to expect from housing this year
From rentvestors to downsizers, 2024’s housing market is going to be dominated by the budget-savvy, predicts an industry expert.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Mon, 08 Jan 2024