Reader Shafiq Akbari asks Dr Shane Oliver about his thoughts on this. What advice would you give first home buyers playing the waiting game with the property market? Is it a case of ‘What goes up must come down’? We’re constantly hearing speculation in the media about a crash in Australian house prices. But major […]
Australian equities (also called shares) are an investment that can help provide for the long-term growth of your wealth. When you buy shares, you buy a part of a company. You can share in the profits of that company through its dividend payments. You may invest in shares directly or through a fund which invests […]
More than 43% of Australian homeowners are planning a renovation according to a recent survey[1]. If that sounds like you, make sure you’re not one of many people also poised to blow the budget. According to research[2], the average renovation goes over budget by nearly $3,000 due to unexpected material and labour costs. But that’s […]
It’s a hot topic. The rent-versus-buy debate has been pulled every which way in the media and laid bare in the recent Reserve Bank of Australia report[1]. But when all’s said and done, the possibilities are surprising. In fact, when it comes to where you live, you’re likely to have more options than you’ve considered. […]
While it is true that the act of managing a property investment in Australia can be great, it can be a challenge to get into. You can use your home to invest today but you have to be aware of what you’re getting into before doing so. The last thing you should deal with is […]
Wondering how to diversify your portfolio, achieve capital growth and earn an income? An investment in infrastructure may be what you’re looking for. It’s helpful to take an active interest in managing your investments and their potential for future performance. Let’s take a look at what infrastructure investments are and how they could add value […]
