Orana Durney-Benson

7 misconceptions about investing for wealth

Myths about property investment abound, and knowing the difference between fact and fiction can set good investors apart from the crowd.

FINANCE • Wed, 01 Nov 2023

Don’t deck the halls too soon, REBAA warns

Christmas can feel like the ultimate property deadline, but the time pressure could lead to hasty settlement decisions.

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Tue, 31 Oct 2023

Property pessimism spreads across all generations

Despondency about the possibility of owning a home is often branded as a youth issue, but a recent poll suggests that older renters have the gloomiest view.

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Mon, 30 Oct 2023

A cash rate hike is well and truly on the cards for November

If the banks’ predictions are correct, the RBA’s November meeting will be the 13th rate hike in this cycle.

FINANCE • Mon, 30 Oct 2023

Looking to co-invest? Try crowdfunding

For investors looking to take the plunge with others, online real estate crowdfunding might be the next big thing

FINANCE • Sun, 29 Oct 2023

A new 5% deposit loan is now on offer for investors

Three of Australia’s big four banks now offer property loans to investors with small deposits – but there is a caveat.

FINANCE • Thu, 26 Oct 2023

How interest rate relief will unlock a new market cycle

At first glance, the Australian property market looks dire, but one small change could flick major indicators back to green.

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Wed, 25 Oct 2023

Movers beware: Consumer Affairs warns of dodgy removalists

Consumer Affairs Victoria has raised the alarm that a Melbourne-based, nationwide servicing removalist damages belongings and then blames the damage on customers.

FINANCE • Wed, 25 Oct 2023

Granny flat solution gets industry exec’s backing

The executive chairman of one of Australia’s top real estate firms has vouched his support for the granny flat housing proposal that has investors buzzing.

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Wed, 25 Oct 2023