You’ve probably heard about how much Victoria and Melbourne is growing in terms of population, and this in turn has helped fuel economic growth. In simple terms, Victoria has been growing by about 130,000 a year for the past few years, and this is forecast to continue for the next few years. Basically, the state [...]
property values
An article in The Age took a look at the question of whether it is cheaper to rent or buy a property. While it may seem cheaper to rent in the short term, say two-three years, if you take a longer view then the answer becomes clear; buying is the way to go. According to [...]
When you buy an architect-designed home you will get a beautiful home, thought out and designed by a professional who has completed at least five years of study at university and finished two years practical experience before obtaining their professional registration. This focus on learning how to best design homes results in smarter layouts, higher overall [...]
For most people, a home is undoubtedly the biggest investment of a lifetime. Typically, but not always, the value of a house rises over time due to many reasons including: • inflation • capital investment • mortgage rates • supply and demand • proximity to schools, shopping, parks and other attractions • population changes • [...]