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Oct 7, 2020

Queensland Market Monitor, October 2020 - REIQ

Brisbane real estate professionals – many of whom feared the worst a few months back – would agree the market reached June 2020 in far better shape than expected. According to our analysis, median

Oct 7, 2020

Six ways to brighten your walls with art

I use the term “collection” loosely as there was never any grand plan behind my selections. Nor was there any lavish expense. If your walls need a lift, here are some ideas to get you started. Go

Oct 7, 2020

Interest rate announcement: Reserve Bank holds cash rate steady, experts predict November cut

A number of economists had forecast there might be a cut in the cash rate and yield curve targets on Tuesday to help boost the COVID-19-hit economy, but the bank has remained steady. Now experts pr

Oct 7, 2020

Improved First Home Loan Deposit Scheme gives first-time buyers greater options

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg this week announced that the scheme, which started in January, would be extended to a further 10,000 applicants seeking to buy a new home, with the price cap increasing to $6

Sep 24, 2020

New development, park upgrade voting, and a call-out for mural artists

We’re also continuing to push for local improvements around the ward to support active transport and improve connectivity across our suburbs. This week I’ve been calling for the State Government to co

Sep 11, 2020

Tips for investing in commercial property

Properly researching your own financial situation as well as understanding exactly what you’re purchasing and why you’re purchasing it are crucial if you want to get the best possible returns out of y

Sep 8, 2020

7 spring cleaning tips for sustainability

These tips will save you time and money while bringing an eco-friendly ethos to your clean-up routine. 1. Downsize and minimise One of the quickest ways to lighten your eco-footprint is by reduc

Sep 8, 2020

RBA decision: Interest rates on hold again, consumers the winners

Property group PRD’s economist Diaswati Mardiasmo says one of the reasons why the RBA has held the cash rate is to provide a sense of stability in the economy. “Expansionary monetary policy such as