House prices rising

House prices still rising …

House prices still rising, but slow down evident.   Although residential property prices continue to grow, there has been a reversing trend; in particular Sydney and Melbourne. Yes, these two cities have still grown, but their individual growth rates have declined, signalling a possible slow down in these markets. The Capital city average last quarter…

stamp duty explained

Stamp duty explained

Stamp duty is a charge which is applied by state governments in Australia on transactions relating to the transfer of land or property. It is paid upfront and needs to be budgeted for in addition to your loan deposit. The amount of stamp duty you are required to pay differs in each state, however, there…

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Social Selling a Buzzword?

The phrase “social selling” is everywhere. It regular appears in Newspaper articles and bandied around digital marketing seminars, just to name two. Social selling is more than just a buzzword, and when done correctly, it results in attracting and retaining customers. It isn’t really about selling, but providing a solution. By dismissing the potential of social platforms…