Weather conditions have certainly been strange this summer.  In Sydney, for example, it has become hard to go outside even on a sunny day without expecting some kind of rainfall.  For property owners, these inclement conditions may result in increased wear and tear on your property.  There are however a few considerations that may help you to ease the impact of such inconvenient weather on your home.  These can include: • Ensure seals are in place.  Ensure your... 

Moving house can be an exciting period, yet also has the potential to be a time-consuming and emotionally draining experience.  However, by preparing in advance and being organised you can make sure that come moving day, the process is efficient and as stress free as possible.  Start planning early
Well before the date of your move make a point of going through your possessions and deciding which will be taken with you and which you will dispose of, and the means of doing so. ... 

Research firm IBISWorld recently released a report containing insights into who we, as Australians, are today, and who we will be in 2025 – including where we may be set to live.    ... 

In a decision that may have surprised many people, both market experts and borrowers alike, at its meeting last week the Reserve Bank of Australia elected to leave the official cash rate on hold at 4.25 per cent.           

For Australians in many locations across the country, the summer months present the risk of bush fires and thus the threat of injury and damage to property.  For residents of such areas, it is very important to prepare for bushfires and to take action to reduce the associated risks.   One of the best ways to plan for the occurrence of a bush fire and to ensure the safety of you and your family is to put together a Bush Fire Survival Plan; the resources for doing so are...