Most baby-boomer parents have experienced this issue at one time or another – grown children wh

It’s hardly news for most renters in the central west which enjoys long summers, but Australian leased properties are often “hot-boxes” so, if you’re renting, now’s a great time to move on. Private rental stock in Australia is amongst the...

Although homes typically appreciate over time, various factors – neglected maintenance or a deteriorating neighbourhood, to name a couple – can cause a property to lose value. If you find yourself in this situation but still want to sell, take...

Buying a home without a traditional mortgage might seem daunting, but alternative financing methods offer flexibility and creativity to aspiring homeowners. Explore these options for securing homeownership without relying on conventional financing...

If you're a pet owner, you know the challenge of finding a housing arrangement that's welcoming and suitable for you and your animal friends. However, you can streamline your search by taking a targeted approach. Here are some valuable tips to help...

Sharing your living space with roommates has financial and social benefits, but finding the right person to share your living space with is crucial. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind when you’re searching for a roommate. •...

When you're preparing to sell your home, your success will depend on how well you maximise its appeal and value. One often overlooked step, the home energy assessment, can be highly beneficial to you. A home energy assessment, sometimes referred to...

Have you recently viewed a home that seems like the perfect fit but shows signs that some upgrades or repairs are needed? Are you unsure how to bring this up with the seller? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you address these issues in your...

Finding a living space to suit your needs and budget can be quite a challenge. From the landlord's perspective, the search for a reliable and trustworthy tenant can be equally daunting. Fortunately, a real estate agent can simplify the process for...

Despite falls in Sydney and Melbourne property prices, home values held firm nationally in January as a shallow and short-lived housing downturn nears its end.

Investing in well-designed landscaping can significantly increase the value of your home. However, like with any home improvement project, you must consider the positives and negatives. Attention-grabbing Lovely landscaping can create an excellent...

Are you thinking about moving into a bigger place? If you’re on the fence about renting or buying a home, remember it’s a big decision that can be influenced by many financial and personal factors. To avoid unpleasant surprises, carefully...

It might seem like a question that people living on the coast would ask, but developments close to inland rivers, dams, lakes and other waterways have made this a more common feature in our part of the world over the past decade or two. Major new...

The word ‘spectacular’ really doesn't do the building currently underway at No. 1 Church St justice, even at this stage. When inside and talking with co-developer John Walkom, it is hard to put into words the mammoth amount of work that has been...

A recent study has found retirement living residents have a better quality of life than other older Australians, while renters fared the worst. The Catalyst Research Report, which was commissioned by the aged care industry, summarises feedback from...

We all know about the housing crisis, which is even impacting regional cities like Dubbo, with home prices through the roof. While the average Australian can’t do much about the drivers of this long-term problem that seems out of the control of...

No. 1 Church St is set to become a reality late next year. Please see images of the virtual concepts for the residential and commercial components. No. 1ChurchSt280324(1) No. 1ChurchSt280324(2) All remains on-track for luxury high-rise living to...

The Australia-wide rental crisis has hit Dubbo hard, with average rents increasing by up to nearly 15 per cent last year. Housing NSW figures, show that rental accommodation in four categories (one, two, three, and four-bedroom properties), have now...