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2 easy tips for living a more sustainable lifestyle

We’ve long known it’s the right thing to do, but shifting to a more sustainable lifestyle can often be daunting – so daunting that it can put us off taking any action at all. The good news is that you don’t have to make an immediate, massive shift in everything you do or buy – and sometimes, just...

Living sustainably in a Cedar Woods community

With living greener or leaving a lighter carbon footprint now high on the new home shopping list for many Australians, homes are increasingly being constructed with these values at their core. The appeal stretches much wider than ticking the eco-box; sustainably built homes can often deliver cost...

Moving into an apartment? Here’s how to make the transition easy

Why master-planned communities are winning over investors

Property investment has long been viewed as a secure and smart option for growing your wealth. With potential capital gains, passive income, and overall long-term financial security all on offer, it’s little wonder that around 2.2 million Australians own one or more properties. But with so many...

Small but mighty - why you should be investing in an apartment

While securing a slice of land with your real estate has traditionally been a favoured Australian approach to investing, with the Australian population rapidly on the rise and apartments often offering unbeatable locations and access to amenities and infrastructure, their popularity as a place to...

What is stamp duty and how will it affect your property purchase?

Buying property is filled with a myriad of confusing acronyms and terms you’ve never come across before – and if you’re not careful, some of them can trip you up on your way to your brand new home. Stamp duty is a bit like that; if you’re not clued up on what it is and how it applies to your...

The 4 biggest financial benefits of buying off the plan

From the functional to the aesthetic, some significant benefits come hand in hand with buying a property off the plan. But perhaps the biggest consideration for buyers – whether you’re an investor, first home buyer or empty nester – is how buying off the plan stacks up financially. Here, we look at...

First Home Buyer grants and government schemes to get you in your first home

Are you looking to build or buy your first home? While exciting, it can also be a daunting time for many Australians looking to enter the property market.

Everything you need to know about financing a new build

Whether it’s an apartment, townhouse or house and land package, financing a new build comes with its own set of quirks that differ from buying an established property. It’s crucial to understand these from the onset - that way; you’ll be ready to jump on that opportunity as soon as it becomes...

Why smart investors are choosing off the plan apartments and townhouses

Investing in property has long been viewed as a solid, sensible investment - housing fulfils a basic human need, after all. But not all property investments are created equal. Here, we take a closer look at what makes off the plan townhouses and apartments such a smart option for investors.