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.
Adelaide’s rental affordability at worst point in a decade
The South Australian city has been tipped as an investor’s haven, but housing advocates flag some tenants are spending 80 per cent of their income on rent.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Mon, 20 Nov 2023
Asia-Pacific commercial investment at lowest level since 2010
Commercial investment in the Asia-Pacific region has plummeted a staggering 22 per cent since Q3 last year.
FINANCE
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Sun, 19 Nov 2023
Cheap rentals down nearly 50% since last year
Only 11 per cent of rental properties in Australia are priced at $400 or less per week.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 19 Nov 2023
Top 12 Aussie suburbs for family-friendly living
Want to raise a family? These are the country’s top 12 neighbourhoods for kids and parents.
HOTSPOTS
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Thu, 16 Nov 2023
‘Entire swathes’ of Victoria unaffordable to low-income renters
Worrying new research reveals that only three postcodes in regional Victoria are affordable to the state’s most vulnerable renters.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Wed, 15 Nov 2023
‘It’s a social emergency’: NSW renters drown under housing costs
From Sydney to the regions, nowhere in NSW offers sanctuary for priced-out tenants.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 14 Nov 2023
How airports can springboard development
For investors seeking opportunities outside big cities, land developers suggest they should be looking to the skies.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 14 Nov 2023
5 strategies for a successful remortgage
Mortgage getting you down? Here are five ways to make sure your negotiation ends with a win.
FINANCE
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Mon, 13 Nov 2023
Canberra expands stamp duty exemption
The ACT government’s stamp duty concession will now apply to off-the-plan properties valued up to $800,000.
TAX & LEGAL
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Mon, 13 Nov 2023