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Many real estate markets around the world utilise separate seller’s and buyer’s agents to make the transaction as seamless as possible for all involved. While there are exceptions, the Australian property market works on the basis that the seller has an agent but the buyer acts for themselves. While this can be beneficial in certain situations, having an agent in […]

House prices have risen in Sydney for the first time in two years, with this small but significant upwards move possibly highlighting a near-bottom market. Market confidence is still on shaky ground, however, although lower interest rates and improved property sentiment since the election have increased the outlook. While this small bump in property values may not be much in […]

With the housing market in a bit of a slump at the moment, and sales figures subdued, creativity goes a long way towards clinching a sale. While clean white walls, a tidy yard, and a freshly made bed are all likely to make a good impression on potential buyers, some crafty sellers are prepared to go the extra mile. From […]

Video games and video game culture continues to influence the wider world. More than a pastime for bored teenagers and lost adults, video games are now recognised as both a professional sport and a powerful form of addiction. This dichotomy highlights the complex relationship that exists between gamers and their favourite hobby, with video games best understood as a warped […]

Lab-grown meat, also known as cultured meat, has been called the future of food by leading scientists and industry experts. Produced by the cultivation of animal cells rather than the slaughter of animals, this new and novel form of meat is likely to hit the supermarket shelves in the not too distant future. Despite the many environmental benefits attached to […]

Property listings are down across Australia, with new listings at their lowest level in 12 years. While much of the downturn can be attributed to the sharp drop in prices felt across the country, the recent Federal election and struggling employment and wages figures are also having an impact. While this sharp downturn could be seen as bad news, other […]

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) recently lowered the official cash rate from 1.5 per cent to the all-time low of 1.25 per cent. As the first move made by the RBA since August 2016, this 0.25 percentage point drop was both largely anticipated and widely applauded. The RBA made the cut in an attempt to stimulate the Australian economy, […]

Everyone wants to improve their situation and live their best possible life. Despite best intentions, however, making changes to your lifestyle can be extremely difficult. Inertia is a very real thing, with emotional and lifestyle ruts often leading to bad habits and addictions that can seem impossible to break. This is especially true when it comes to health and fitness, […]

Living with your relatives is common in many parts of the world, with financial and cultural reasons often bringing three of more generations together. While many Aussies and Kiwis live in share houses when they’re young, the nuclear family is very much the norm later in life. Living trends are slowly changing, however, with people staying at home for longer […]