Property Unpacked
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Property Unpacked
From first-home buyers to experienced sellers and long-term renters to new investors, we've got you covered. Join Alice Stolz as she unpacks property related issues, to provide clarity and context on how they affect you.
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44 þættirI want to sell - now what?
Selling a property sounds simple, and with homes turning over faster than ever, vendors are keen to list and get the best price they can while the mar...
How to find a property bargain
The market’s hot. We know this. But is it even possible to find a bargain when prices have been rising so rapidly and demand is so high?
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The secret world of Australia's most exclusive property
Every Australian loves to have a good stickybeak at homes of the rich and famous. The upper echelons of society are well-known for keeping their cards...
How to start investing
It seems property investing may be making a comeback: investor lending is on the rise for the first time in years and properties are still selling lik...
Will the market stay ‘hot’?
Is the hot property market here to stay, or are things starting to slow down?
After rapid price growth across nearly every part of the co...
Does rent-to-buy work?
Getting into the property market at the moment can feel near impossible for a lot of Australians, plus it’s causing some buyers to rush their purchase...
The easy things to do so your home can save you money
Regardless of where you live, the weather’s changing - and in many cities, getting much cooler.
Many of us will turn up the heating but i...
The hidden costs of buying a property
It’s really easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a property but what many buyers often forget is that it’s not just the price paid for sa...
How to negotiate property purchases like a pro
The art of the deal is the cornerstone to property transacting. Negotiation is key - so how can you master it? Joining us on this episode is Nicole Ja...
Common property mistakes buyers are making
The stress of buying a property can mean people slip up and make mistakes we wish we didn’t and hurt the hip pocket in the long term.
To...
Is this the secret weapon renters need + the surprise cheapest city for rent
Trying to score a rental can be as nail biting as a job interview. From your application being flawless, to impressive references and trying to catch...
Is a tree and sea-change all it's cracked up to be?
Being able to work from home has quite literally changed the lives of some Australians and last year many of us packed up and moved to regional and co...
Are renters getting a raw deal?
Victoria’s rental laws have been recently overhauled, with other changes around the country, and tenants can now comfortably make a home, with little...
How the bank of mum and dad can be incredibly risky
The struggle for first-home buyers seems to be immense in today’s market, and many are looking for a leg up on the competition. Leveraging what you ca...
How to win an auction + are we in a ‘hot market’?
The property market seems to be particularly frenzied so far this year and the thought of bidding at an auction can bring up a range of emotions, from...
Will this year have a lasting impact on how we live?
In our final episode of the year, we take a look at how the way we live has changed due to COVID-19. Will the changes stick in the new year? Domain an...
Five ways to sort your property goals for 2021
There’s never a better time than the new year to set new goals and get your finances in order. Whether you’re saving for a deposit or wanting to shave...
What parents will do for the right school zone
School catchment areas are a key deciding factor for many buyers and can also impact property prices/impact the value of your home. Ellen Lutton, nati...
How has Melbourne’s property market returned from lockdown?
Melbourne has welcomed back public auctions with open arms. One month since the restrictions were lifted, Melbourne Domain Magazine and Domain Review...
What impact will the latest interest rate cut really have?
Interest rates have been slashed to a new record low, with the Reserve Bank dropping the cash rate to 0.1 per cent at its November meeting. Jo Masters...
Can building homes rebuild Australia’s economy?
Boosting home building is a key part of the government’s plan to get the Australian economy back on track. Professor Steven Rowley from Curtin Univers...
The capital cities making a house price comeback
Property markets across the country are finding their feet after what has been a tumultuous year. This week we unpack the findings from the latest Dom...
What tactics work best when bidding at auction?
Is being last to bid really a winning strategy? Is there a right/wrong way to bid at auction? This week, we unpack auction etiquette with Scott Kenned...
Where rents are back on the rise
Rental markets across the country are starting to turn around. The latest Domain Rent Report shows rents for houses increased or were steady across al...
What should you do when an agent asks for your best offer?
It’s one of the toughest tasks when buying a home. You’ve fallen head over heels for a property, you’re awaiting auction day to bid, but then the agen...
How long does it take to save for a first home deposit?
The time taken for first-home buyers to save a deposit has continued to rise across most Australian capital cities. This week, we unpack how long it t...
Homeowners ditching the city for greener pastures
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, homeowners have been ditching the dream of living in the city and moving to the suburbs - or even further...
An emotional plea from sellers and buyers left in limbo
With private property inspections banned in Melbourne until at least October 26, we’re unpacking the impact this is having on the sellers and buyers l...
Will the coronavirus fix our housing affordability crisis?
Could the recent pandemic-induced downturn in property prices have a more lasting impact on housing affordability? Our first guest of the week Shane O...
Back in with mum and dad: Australia’s boomerang children
Adult children are returning home to live with their parents in increasing numbers, particularly amid the economic impact of COVID-19. We speak with B...
How the pandemic unfolded on the set of The Block
The Block is back, with five teams renovating five homes from different decades in the Melbourne beachside suburb of Brighton. The Block’s creator and...
How much do Australians spend on their home renovations?
Home renovations are a costly and time-consuming exercise. But how long does the average kitchen renovation take to complete? And what are Australians...
How to sell property in 2020 and why stamp duty has such a bad reputation
If you have never sold a property before it can be difficult to know where to start. In this episode, Domain’s Money & Advice editor, Dan Butkovich ex...
Melbourne property market shifts online
The Melbourne property market has been pushed into an online only mode as tough restrictions come into force due to the city's stage 4 lockdown. We ta...
How have property searches changed during the coronavirus crisis?
This week Domain journalist, Kate Burke, joins to discuss how COVID-19 has altered property search trends. We also talk to interior designer and host...
Domain House Price Report and lockdown 2.0
This week, Dr Nicola Powell unveils the Domain House Price Report. Also, Domain editor Emily Power takes us through how the Melbourne property world i...
Challenges facing property investors and lockdown home maintenance
This week, Ben Kingsley of the Property Couch joins us to review the challenging position that property investors are facing. Also, Domain lifestyle e...
How first-home buyers are faring in 2020
Navigating the property market as a first-time buyer can be challenging. In this episode, Buyers Advocate Cate Bakos shares her tips for first-home bu...
What to consider before moving to a commuter haven
The option of splitting work duties between the home and the office during the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in people travelling less often and year...
What is on the horizon for renters and property investors
The coronavirus pandemic has caused drastic changes to the Australian rental market. In this episode, Domain’s Editorial Director Adrian Lowe talks wi...