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 market’s hot. But selling can come with unexpected costs and roadblocks. Sharing her expert advice on all things selling, Shelley Craft, host of The Block and licensed real estate agent, joins us this episode. Then we dig into Domain’s annual First Home Buyer Report, released this week. It shows the time to save for a 20% deposit on an entry-priced home has soared six months in Sydney, Hobart and Darwin and by 9 months in Canberra - in just one year. To unpack the results, and what it means for the broader market, is report author Dr Nicola Powell, senior research analyst at Domain. 00:36 I want to sell - now what? 15:40 Unpacking Domain’s First Home Buyer Report ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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? In this episode of Propety Unpacked, Julie DeBondt-Barker, the founding director of Property Home Base, explains how to differentiate between a property bargain and a property lemon. Then, to unpack the rising trend of Australians moving from bigger cities to smaller cities, Simon Kuestenmacher, the co-founder & director of research at The Demographics Group, joins us. 00:35 How to find a property bargain 13:30 Moving to smaller cities ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 close to their chest when it comes to transacting property. Viewers are getting a chance to see Australia’s best homes, with a new show to rival Selling Sunset and Million Dollar Listing. Amazon Prime’s soon-to-be-released show Luxe Listings Sydney promises an insider look into the local prestige property market. Among the real estate professionals starring in the program is director and Co-founder of CohenHandler, Simon Cohen. He joins us in this week’s episode. Then, Veronica Morgan, founder of the Home Buyer Academy, joins us to explain overcapitalising - and how to avoid it. 00:39 Inside Luxe Listing’s Sydney 10:45 How to avoid overcapitalising ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 like hotcakes in today’s climate. And, contrary to what we sometimes see in the media, you don’t need to be a mogul with 25 properties to be considered an investor. So where do you begin on this journey and what are the risks involved for the average person? To unpack and explain the world of owning a portfolio, Founder and Managing Director of Empower Wealth Ben Kingsley chats with us on this week’s episode. Then, Lifestyle Editor Ash Austen shares the best ways to fill your home with character. 00:39 Starting a property portfolio 17:10 How to add character to your home ----- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 country this year, we’re starting to hear rustles in the wind that the property market may shift gears soon. To discuss the year that we’ve had thus far, and what we’re likely to see through the next three to six months, we’re joined on this week’s episode by independent economist Saul Eslake. Then, we explore one of the most unusual but intriguing home features in the country: the ACT’s energy efficiency rating, and whether other states should adopt it, with AllHomes Editor Josie Huynh. 00:40 Market update 17:10 What an Energy Efficiency Rating means ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 and nab whatever they can, before they know if they even like the neighbourhood. One option that’s emerged is “rent with the option to buy” - certainly different to how the market usually works. It’s offered by Assemble Communities; and to explain, the managing director Kris Daff joins us this week. Then, we chat about the federal budget and how it impacts the property and housing market, with Domain reporter Kate Burke and Domain deputy news editor Elizabeth Redman, who’ve pored over the budget papers. 00:43 What is rent-to-buy? 13:10 The federal budget and property ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 it may still feel pretty cold. In many cases Australian houses, even more modern ones, aren’t built for our extreme weather conditions. So, apart from tearing down our home and starting again, what can be done? In some cases, retrofitting can help. Not only can it keep us warmer or cooler but it encourages better energy efficiency, which in turn saves money on bills. Dr Trivess Moore from RMIT University, and a member of the Sustainable Building Innovation Laboratory, joins us to discuss retrofitting and how to do it. Then, we hear how some toilets are becoming smarter than the average person from Lifestyle Producer Jessica Dale. 00:42 How to retrofit your home 18:08 The latest tech in toilets ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 said property that’s important to budget for. There are all sorts of other associated costs with buying, and because lots of them aren’t particularly exciting, they can easily be overlooked - at the buyer’s peril. To help prepare us prior to purchase, Domain Advice Editor Daniel Butkovich joins us this week. We also get an update on the property market for apartments and what’s driving prices down in certain areas across the country with Elizabeth Redman, Domain’s Deputy News Editor. 00:42 Why are sellers copping losses of up to 40% in some cities? 14:05 The hidden costs of buying ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 Jacobs, co-founder and managing director of Whitefox Advocacy, who shares her insider info on negotiating property purchases. Also in this episode, Domain’s editorial director Adrian Lowe and national news editor Ellen Lutton join us to unpack the latest property price data with the release of Domain’s House Price Report for the March quarter this week. 00:38 - How to negotiate like a pro 13:55 - Domain’s latest House Price Report ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 share her expertise on what not to do when buying and shed some light on common mistakes, buyers’ advocate and qualified property investment adviser, Cate Bakos joins us on this episode. Then, we chat with co-host of the My Millennial Property podcast Emily Wallace, about what's really happening holding young people back from entering the property market. 00:45 - The common property mistakes buyers make 16:00 - Unpacking the market for millennials ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 the eye of the agent, it’s tough out there. In this episode, we chat to Sarah Elkordi, also known as The Rent Fairy, on how her business is helping tenants lock in the perfect property and provide that edge above the rest in such a competitive market. Then, with the latest Domain Rent Report out, we unpack the results with Editorial Director Adrian Lowe. 00:30 - The rise of the renter’s advocate 11:30 - Unpacking the Domain Rent Report ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 coastal areas to get a slice of the slow life. Before making the move was trendy, Sarah Berry, lifestyle health editor at The Age and Sydney Morning Herald, made the jump to Byron and lasted four years, only to move back to the city during the pandemic. Sarah catches up with us to share the real ins and outs of a sea-change and why she has chosen to move back. Then we chat to Domain lifestyle editor Ash Austen about what the data is showing us about who is making the move to the regions. 00:40 - I moved to Byron and then moved back to Sydney 15:45 - Why people are moving bush ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Victoria’s rental laws have been recently overhauled, with other changes around the country, and tenants can now comfortably make a home, with little touches like hanging a picture now allowed. But is it enough, and should renters demand more? To chat us through these concerns, Executive Director and Founder of Better Renting, Joel Dignam joins us. We also hear from Ash Austen, Domain’s Lifestyle Editor, about retail giant IKEA’s secrets to keeping shoppers coming back for more. 00:35 - Are renters getting a raw deal? 16:15 - Why are we so obsessed with IKEA? ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 can, like hitting up the bank of mum and dad, can be what gets some across the line and into the property market. To chat us through what exactly that means, the risks that come along with it and how to save for a deposit when mum and dad are not an option for you, Canstar Editor-at-Large, finance commentator and author of Ditch the Debt and Get Rich, Effie Zahos. We also hear from Adrian Lowe, Domain’s Editorial Director, to unpack what government grants are available to first-home buyers across the country. 00:30 - The risks of using the bank of mum and dad 17:25 - The grants available to first-home buyers ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 making some break out in a panicked sweat, to letting the thrill take over and making bids they cannot afford. To help cope with the excitement of buying a home, in this episode, Domain’s money and advice editor Daniel Butkovich shares his expert tips for winning at an auction. But first, while the market’s seemingly hot but serving the cold shoulder to certain buyers, podcast co-host and co-founder of Home Buyer Academy, Veronica Morgan, is here to chat through the current market and what it means for buyers and sellers in the year ahead. 00:35 - Are we in a ‘hot market’? 22:30 - Tips for winning at auction ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 and Prestige Magazine editor Jen Melocco joins us to discuss. We also explore how the cost of buying property is worsening in many of the capital cities at the most affordable end of the market. To wrap things up, our resident prestige property expert Lucy Macken debriefs on some of the year’s biggest sales and stories. 00:41 - How COVID has changed the way we live 09:51 - Housing affordability 16:16 - A look back at the year that was for prestige property ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 down the cost of your rent, the new year is a good time to act. In this episode, Domain’s money and advice editor Daniel Butkovich shares how to sort your finances and take the first steps towards those property dreams. Brendan Coates, Grattan Institute’s program director for Household Finances, and independent economist Saul Eslake then join us to discuss stamp duty reform. We also have Domain’s lifestyle editor Ashleigh Austen on to reveal what lifestyle trends could emerge in the new year. 00:46 - Achieving property goals for 2021 08:23 - Stamp duty reform 18:10 - 2021 lifestyle trends ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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, national news editor at Domain, joins us to unpack Domain’s latest School Zone Report which reveals the catchment areas seeing above average property price growth. To read the complete report, visit: domain.com.au/research/school-zones-report/2020/ Also this week, independent economist Saul Eslake discusses the state of Tasmania’s property market, which has continued to see strong growth despite the coronavirus pandemic. And to wrap up another season of The Block, associate editor of Domain Review Jemimah Clegg, chats about all the auction day action after a record-breaking result for the winning contestants Jimmy and Tam. 00:43 - Domain’s School Zone Report 08:28 - Tasmania’s property market 18:10 - The Block auction recap ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Melbourne has welcomed back public auctions with open arms. One month since the restrictions were lifted, Melbourne Domain Magazine and Domain Review editor Emily Power unpacks how the market is tracking in the city and greater Victoria. Also in this episode, we speak with Domain regular writer Jenny Brown who has been covering Australian design and architecture for decades, looking at why we are leaders in the field and where there’s room for improvement. Finally, we move out of the house and onto the pavement to unpack the importance of walkability for creating liveable suburbs with Queensland Walks executive officer Anna Campbell. 00:49 - After restrictions, how is the Melbourne market faring? 08:57 - Why Australian architecture is state of the art on the world stage 17:22 - Importance of walkability in our suburbs ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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, chief economist for EY Oceania, helps us unpack what impact this could have on the property market. This week we also hone in on the west coast where Perth has seen its sharpest rise in rental prices after eight years of stagnation. Property analyst and commentator Gavin Hegney joins us to share his insights. To wrap things up, Daniel and Jade from The Block chat about their time on the show ahead of a fast-approaching auction day. 00:47 - The latest RBA interest rate cut and what it means for the market 09:42 - The Perth rental market 14:15 - Daniel & Jade from The Block ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 University joins us to unpack recent research by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI) into whether Australia can build its way out of a recession. Then Domain senior news journalist, Elizabeth Readman gives an update on the property players who made the cut for this year’s Australian Financial Review Rich List. To read more about the AFR Rich List 2020, visit: domain.com.au/news/afr-rich-list-2020-property-tycoons-harry-triguboff-frank-lowy-among-australias-richest-people-1000463/ Finally, we hear from a Domain staff member who is house sitting in a low-waste home and speak with Lottie Dalziel, founder of Banish, who shares small steps you can take towards reducing household waste. 01:10 - Can building homes rebuild Australia’s economy? 09:03 - Australian Financial Review Rich List 2020 14:13 - Running a low-waste household ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 Domain House Price Report, and what they mean for buyers and sellers in our capital cities. Also on this episode, our prestige property expert Lucy Macken takes us through what is arguably Australia’s largest private property portfolio, worth over $240 million. Then Sarah & George, The Block 2020’s NSW team, join us to chat about their time on the show and share their own property journey. 00:46 - The results from Domain’s latest House Price Report. 08:43 - Mike Cannon-Brookes’ $240m+ property portfolio 14:23 - Sarah & George from The Block ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 Kennedy-Green, chief auctioneer at McGrath Estate Agents. With the weather warming up, we also take a closer look at demand for holiday homes with Matt Lahood, CEO of The Agency, who has provided a snapshot on how this market is faring after a challenging year. 01:21 - Do’s and don’ts of bidding at auction 10:06 - Is there demand for holiday homes this year? ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Rental markets across the country are starting to turn around. The latest Domain Rent Report shows rents for houses increased or were steady across all capital cities over the September quarter. It was a different story for units though. We unpack what this means for tenants and landlords. Also this week, we touch on what was in the Federal Budget for housing, particularly for first-home buyers, and hear how government incentives have helped one man save thousands. Then to wrap up, Jasmin & Luke from The Block join us to chat about their time on the show. 00:44 - Domain’s Rent Report results for the September quarter 09:19 - How the housing and construction sectors were addressed in the Federal Budget 14:37 - Jasmin & Luke from The Block ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 agent asks you to put in your “best and final offer”. Joining us to walk buyers through the best way to approach the sticky situation is Veronica Morgan, principal of Good Deeds Property Buyers and co-host of Location Location Location. If you’d like to read more about the ins and outs of home buying, visit Domain’s ultimate guide for first-home buyers: domain.com.au/advice/first-home-buyers-guide-241 Also this week demographer Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder and director at The Demographics Group, discusses how changes to employment could impact housing demand long-term. 00:47 - What to do when an agent asks for your best offer 10:40 - How changes to employment could affect housing demand ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 takes for first home buyers to save for that all-important 20 per cent deposit from city to city, and what factors are contributing to the results. For more information on Domain’s First Home Buyer Report, visit: domain.com.au/research/domain-first-home-buyer-report-2020-989186 We provide an update on the private inspection situation in Melbourne and, later, Harry & Tash, the Melbourne father-daughter duo from The Block, join us to chat about their time on the show. 00:30 - Update on Melbourne’s private inspection ban 01:36 - How long it takes to save for a first home deposit 09:08 - Harry & Tash from The Block ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 afield. This week, we unpack the trend. First, we hear from Domain journalist Kate Burke who talks us through the insights from Domain’s Buyer Demand Indicator. Dan White, Ray White Group Managing Director, then joins us to talk about the growing appeal of tree and sea changes. Also in this episode, we celebrate Sustainable House Day 2020 with Jenny Edwards, director at Light House Architecture and Science. Jenny explains what makes a house sustainable in 2020 and what’s in it for the average homeowner. 00:44 - The latest data on buyer demand across the country 02:45 - The growing trend of sea and tree changers 12:16 - What makes a home sustainable in 2020? For more reading on Domain’s Buyer Demand Indicator: domain.com.au/research/buyer-demand-indicator-985246/ domain.com.au/news/buyers-ditch-inner-city-for-burbs-as-coronavirus-crisis-shifts-demand-domain-report-987931/ You can also find out what buyer demand looks like for your own property by following your home on ‘Domain for Owners’. Get started here: domain.com.au/sell To catch up on Sustainable House Day 2020, visit: sustainablehouseday.com ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 left in limbo. We hear first-hand from an affected seller and explore what help is available with Domain’s editorial director Adrian Lowe. Also in this week’s episode, we check-in with Domain prestige property editor Lucy Macken after the recent sale of a $95 million mansion in Sydney’s Point Piper. We then chat with The Block contestants Jimmy & Tam, about their time on the show so far. 00:50 - The impact of Melbourne’s ban on private inspections 11:27 - Prestige property market update 16:22 - Jimmy & Tam from The Block ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Could the recent pandemic-induced downturn in property prices have a more lasting impact on housing affordability? Our first guest of the week Shane Oliver, AMP Capital’s chief economist and head of investment strategy, unpacks the theory that the economic impacts of the pandemic could be what finally makes purchasing a house more attainable in our capital cities. Then we take our attention overseas, exploring how property markets around the world, from Hong Kong to New Zealand, have fared post lockdown, with Domain senior research analyst Dr Nicola Powell. 00:44 - The long-term impact of the pandemic on Australia’s housing affordability 08:57 - How overseas property markets have responded to the pandemic ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Adult children are returning home to live with their parents in increasing numbers, particularly amid the economic impact of COVID-19. We speak with Billie Christofi, director of Melbourne finance and property investment group Reventon, about how boomerang children can find their financial footing again. We also check in on the Gold Coast property market with Domain national news editor Ellen Lutton. Local agents are reporting an increase in interstate buyers despite current border closures. 00:47 - The rise of boomerang children 07:01 - Why the Gold Coast property market is booming ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 producer, Julian Cress, discusses how this season’s concept came together, how Covid-19 affected production and what current lockdown restrictions will mean for the forthcoming auctions. Also joining us this week is agent David Wood from Belle Property Albert Park, who has helped lead three teams to victory in previous seasons of The Block. David shares the pros and cons between different property sale methods, from auction campaigns to private treaties. For more information on the different ways to sell a house, visit our ultimate guide to selling your home: https://www.domain.com.au/advice/what-are-the-different-ways-to-sell-a-house-758477/ 00:36 - Behind the scenes of this season of The Block 07:32 - The various property sale methods ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Home renovations are a costly and time-consuming exercise. But how long does the average kitchen renovation take to complete? And what are Australians spending on their homes? In this episode, we speak to Tony Been, managing director of Houzz Australia and New Zealand, about the latest trends in home improvement. We also speak to with buyer and seller’s advocate, Wendy Chamberlain, about what to look for in an agent when it comes time to sell your home. Find your local real estate agent: domain.com.au/real-estate-agents/ 00:23 - Last weekend's auction results 01:08 - The latest data on how Australians are renovating their homes in 2020 08:10 - How to choose the right real estate agent to sell your home ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 explains how to take the idea of selling and actually set it into motion. Also this week we talk with InvestSmart’s chief market strategist, Evan Lucas about stamp duty around Australia and take a look at some possible alternatives. 00:22 - Melbourne update: What real estate activity is permitted during stage 4 lockdown 01:30 - Selling in 2020: Dan Butkovitch, Domain Money and Advice editor 10:30 - Stamp duty and alternatives: Evan Lucas, InvestSmart’s chief market strategist ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 talk to the REIV president, Leah Calnan and Barry Plant CEO, Mike McCarthy about the current restrictions and the need for the Victorian government to provide further practical guidance to the property industry. 01:00 Mike McCarthy, CEO - Barry Plant 06:50 Leah Calnan, President - REIV ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 of the At Home with Lauren Keenan podcast Lauren Keenan to get her practical tips on improving your working from home environment. 00:54 - Kate Burke, Domain news journalist: How property search behaviour has changed during coronavirus crisis 09:45 - Jude Cobb: Work from home case study 12:48 - Lauren Keenan, Interior stylist and decorator: How to make your home office work for you ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week, Dr Nicola Powell unveils the Domain House Price Report. Also, Domain editor Emily Power takes us through how the Melbourne property world is readjusting to another lockdown. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week, Ben Kingsley of the Property Couch joins us to review the challenging position that property investors are facing. Also, Domain lifestyle editor January Jones talks home maintenance - which tasks to tackle over the winter months and which jobs to leave to the professionals. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 buyers and why proper planning is essential. Then prestige property editor Lucy Macken joins to discuss what has been happening at the very top of the Australian property market. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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 yearning for wide open spaces. If you are required to do it less often, could a longer commute be back on the menu? In this episode the Grattan Institute's Greg Moran chats to Alice Stolz about what makes a good commuter location and what are the factors people need consider before making the move. Then, Paul Wolff from Porter Davis Homes joins to chat about all things house and land. Is there a topic or a question you want to hear discussed on the show? Tell us at propertyunpacked@domain.com.au. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice. You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

The coronavirus pandemic has caused drastic changes to the Australian rental market. In this episode, Domain’s Editorial Director Adrian Lowe talks with Alice Stolz about the circumstances that have pitted landlords and renters against each other. Then, Lendi CEO and Domain Loan Finder director, David Hyman, joins to chat about all things mortgages in a coronavirus impacted economy. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice. You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week Alice Stolz talks to principal of Good Deeds Property Buyers and Location, Location, Location co-host Veronica Morgan about whether or not now is a good time to buy. Then Domain economist Trent Wiltshire joins to chat about auction clearance rates and why they are such an important property market indicator for buyers and sellers to watch. For more property advice check out https://www.domain.com.au/advice/. Is there a topic or a question you want to hear discussed on the show? Tell us at propertyunpacked@domain.com.au. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice. You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

The HomeBuilder Program announced on June 4 is aimed at boosting the flagging residential construction industry. In this episode, Alice Stolz speaks to Kristin Brookfield from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) about what the program means for the housing sector and how individuals can take advantage of it. We check in with Eddie Mansour, the managing director of Ray White Projects, to see if he has seen any increase in enquires following the announcement of HomeBuilder. Followed up by some money saving tips from Domain’s money and advice editor, Dan Butkovich. For more property advice check out https://www.domain.com.au/advice/. Is there a topic or a question you want to hear discussed on the show? Tell us at propertyunpacked@domain.com.au. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice. You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic have been felt in all areas of the Australian property market. In this episode, Alice Stolz speaks to Domain editorial director, Adrian Lowe, about whether there are any signs of green shoots emerging now the lockdown has eased. Followed by a chat with InvestSmart’s chief market strategist, Evan Lucas, about the longer term implications of the pandemic on the economy. For more information about how the coronavirus has impacted the property check out: A guide to the Australian property market during COVID-19. For more market analysis and insights, check out Domain Research House. Is there a topic or a question you want to hear discussed on the show? Tell us at propertyunpacked@domain.com.au. ---- The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice. You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

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