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.
The problem with intergenerational wealth
Many property investors dream of building a better future for their kids – but is inherited wealth the gift they think it is?
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 28 Apr 2024
Is interstate investing always a smart move?
For those in expensive east coast cities, looking further afield might be appealing – but investing outside your home state comes with risks.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 28 Apr 2024
Why Millennials are bidding a mortgage goodbye
Australians in their 30s are choosing travel over housing, as home ownership grows increasingly out of reach.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Thu, 25 Apr 2024
Aspiring NSW planners to get new diploma pathway
Prospective TAFE students in NSW will soon have access to a new diploma in planning.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 23 Apr 2024
When is it OK to make ‘bad’ investment decisions?
Property investors are used to thinking with their wallet, but sometimes a bad financial decision is the right one to make.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Tue, 23 Apr 2024
WA revs up for STRA reforms
The State Parliament has given the go-ahead to new legislation to tighten regulation of short-term rental accommodation (STRA).
TAX & LEGAL
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Mon, 22 Apr 2024
Perth ‘builder’ slapped with $5k fine for falsifying work history
A Kwinana man claimed eight years of building experience, despite working as a courier during the specified period.
TAX & LEGAL
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Sun, 21 Apr 2024
Landlords could cop up to $57k in fines for unsafe properties in Victoria
The Victorian government is cracking down on minimum rental standards in the wake of a concerning rise in tenant complaints.
TAX & LEGAL
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Tue, 16 Apr 2024
Don’t worry – you can still invest in a time of upheaval
The future of property is more uncertain than ever, but there are opportunities amid the disruption for those who know where to look.
INVESTOR STRATEGY
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Sun, 14 Apr 2024