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.
8 in 10 young Aussies prepared to sacrifice their dream home
New research has revealed that young home buyers are willing to compromise on property features, size, and even safety in order to purchase a home.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 02 Jun 2024
Affordability filter launches on rental listings platform
As Australian tenants find themselves priced out of rentals, realestate.com.au has launched a new search filter.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 30 May 2024
NT hinterland: Darwin’s ‘best-kept secret’
A sprinkling of suburbs in the outer ring of Darwin are booming in this year’s dry season market.
HOTSPOTS
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Wed, 29 May 2024
An economist’s top tips for getting the best mortgage deal
When it comes to refinancing a mortgage, smart strategy could save you thousands of dollars a month.
FINANCE
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Tue, 28 May 2024
PIPA: Governments scapegoating investors for ‘bloated’ social housing backlogs
Despite increasing property taxes on private investors by 73 per cent since 2012, governments have failed to reinvest these funds in social housing, claimed the ...
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Tue, 28 May 2024
Sydney takes spotlight for steepest luxury rental growth in the world
Sydney saw prime rent prices grow by a massive 17.3 per cent last year – more than triple the growth rate in runner-up Auckland.
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Sun, 26 May 2024
A renter’s roadmap to becoming a home owner
The transition from tenant to first home owner comes with challenges, and it’s vital to be prepared in advance.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 26 May 2024
Housing and rental stress in the spotlight at commission hearings
The People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis has seen almost eight in 10 renters are in housing stress, with almost half of respondents skipping medical appointments ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 26 May 2024
How Australia’s migration debate is playing out in property listings
Declining visa approvals have led to a decline in overseas rental searches in April, and analysts have warned that prospective residents may look to “more welcoming ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Wed, 22 May 2024