The affordability of housing is often a pretty good indicator of economic performance overall, particularly as it involves income, expenditure, employment and government initiatives/funding. Reports from the March quarter this year have shown an improvement in housing affordability nationally over the previous quarter, particularly with the proportion of household income required to meet loan repaymentsread more

We all want to get the most from the things we spend our hard-earned money on. Whether it’s looking good in a designer outfit you just bought; enjoying the expensive steak at a classy restaurant; or enjoying your brand-new car, it’s natural to want to know that our spending is not a mistake. In fewread more

As homeowners look to unlock equity in their land, and others look to downsize their living arrangements, dual-occupancy residences are becoming more prevalent. In recent years, the price of land has appreciated markedly more than the houses that sit on them. This has meant there is significant potential for financial gain and building wealth inread more

The latest preliminary data revealed that the Perth property market stabilised in the June quarter, with key market indicators showing little change in the three-month period. While conditions remain soft, REIWA President Hayden Groves said that there are positive indications that the market is finally beginning to settle. He also added that “although no oneread more