House rules and navigating new tax measures

It’s a fine balancing act for our housing

The advantages of living in Tasmania are clear to REIT boss Russell Yaxley, but so are the challenges that lie ahead for its congested property market.

House rules: What fuels Eddie’s property passion

Hard work and savvy purchasing has taken Eddie Dilleen from a childhood in a housing commission property to a career as one of Austrakia’s most successful property investors.

Housing downturn

The can we kicked down the road has hit the curb

The Federal Budget handed down last month has drawn widespread criticism. The Australian economy is suffering from past decisions, according the analysts, which makes any measures delivered now, difficult to swallow.

The Budget: What it means for property

Making life easier for an ageing population

Five years after he planned to retire, John Carfi is at the helm of one of Australia’s biggest lifestyle community operators.

Community focus provides a new lease on life

With a range of entertainment and conveniences, as well as health services on call, living in a retirement village can offer an upgrade for older Australians

Finding the right time to make a move

For one Sydney couple, the decision to downsize was an easy choice once they found the ideal home in a new community under development

‘Learn the law deeply, but learn the people more’

Kristy Bell is the owner and one of six licensed conveyancers at Bell Conveyancing, with offices in Bathurst and Orange, NSW. She has 25 years experience in the property industry, including five in real estate. Kristy completed an Associate Degree in Law at Southern Cross University in 2012. Her firm won “Best in Conveyancing Services” at the 2026 Australian Small Business Champion Awards