Three reasons why COVID-hit home owners should consider selling now
The thought of selling your home because of financial hardship is heartbreaking, and while it’s always preferable to hold property, particularly in the midst of a recession, for some COVID-hit home owners, the decision to sell in the current market conditions could prevent long-term pain. Back in March, the Australian Banking Association announced…
Keeping perspective around mortgage risk and the ‘September cliff’
COVID-19 exacerbates the risk that high housing debt has to the Australian economy. In the March quarter, the ratio of household debt to annualised household disposable income sat at near-record highs of 142.0%. With widespread unemployment, there is increased likelihood borrowers could fall behind on mortgage repayments, with the potential to generate forced sales.…
Hardy plants perfect for Australian gardens
We live in Australia, where the climate and conditions can be tough on plants. My golden rule when designing a garden is to recognise the local conditions and choose plants to match. If you’re after minimal effort with maximum impact, then making the most of hardy plants is always a good idea. …