The Reserve Bank of Australia has today decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 2.5%. There was some debate as to whether rates would change as result of the tenth meeting of the year. Australian consumer confidence has taken a cut since this time last year, a factor…
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Custom made with any word, number or symbol of your choosing, these unique folded book sculptures are hand crafted by the artist using recycled books. Names, initials, words, important dates – anything is possible. The perfect gift for the person who is impossible to buy for.
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Summer once again highlighted the extremities of our harsh Australian weather. In addition to Dorothea Mackellar’s “droughts and flooding rains”, communities too often contend with bushfires, cyclones and severe storms; stark reminders of the need for adequate home insurance cover.
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When mum and dad investors consider property, most look no further than the residential market. While homes and apartments may be seen as simpler and safer options, many investors are prepared to defy tradition and set their sights on the commercial sector.
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New home sales are back on the rise, fuelled in part by many investors and owner-occupiers buying off the plan. The concept is straightforward: put up a deposit (usually 10 per cent) to help the developer fund construction and pay the balance when the build is complete. Apartments are now…
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With summer BBQs on their way, we’ve sniffed out the ultimate hotplate accessory. This electronic fork makes you the expert by letting you know if your meat is rare, medium or well done. A Christmas present for the BBQ chef that has it all.
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Making the most of your money often requires common sense more than a commerce degree. Haven takes a look at five misconceptions about money that could be holding you back from greater financial freedom.
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Pets have been long maligned by landlords for their potential to make a mess and cause damage. But with pet ownership in Australia ranking the highest in the world, property investors who turn their backs on our furry friends could be missing out on tenants and dollars. Before they dismiss…
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Competition among lenders for home loans remains steep but borrowers may still be missing out on great deals and important information that could save them thousands of dollars.
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