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Affordability and the intergenerational puzzle
A solution to the housing affordability puzzle could be on our doorstep. Official sources report that baby boomers (born 1946 to 1964) account for a quarter of the population, but they possess more than half the nation’s wealth. Analysts suggest that the boomers have been the beneficiaries of a 50-year economic miracle, and they are unlikely to ease out of this accumulating any time soon. Hope springs eternal for emerging generations But there is hope for the emerging generations whose wealth has stagnated. The households of Australians aged 55-plus currently own a combined $2.8 trillion and over the next decade will pass on much of this. By the time they move from the growing to the spending side of this accumulation, it will have exceeded the more than $3 trillion level. Therefore, the next 10 years at least will see the biggest intergenerational wealth transfer in Australia’s history and many of the younger generations will be the main beneficiaries. The revelation is nothing new as financial experts have spoken of the importance of planning. In terms of wealth creation, frugality was the cornerstone for most adults in the 1930s through to the 1950s. Their children grew up with a far less stringent attitude to money. The post-war generation — today’s baby boomers – reaped the benefits of their parents ‘work hard and save’ ethic. This concept has more than paid off. The figure of national property assets that are likely to change hands by 2025 is estimated at more than $400 billion. Piecing together the wealth transfer puzzle A combination of rising property prices, an ageing population and high homeownership rates will produce a perfect storm with record intergenerational wealth transfer or inheritance. Industry data shows that the wealthiest Australians were elderly couples whose net worth had surged 70 per cent in the previous two decades – largely due to the appreciation in house prices and changes in the superannuation arrangements. Interestingly, Australians pocketed a 21 per cent increase in pay during this period, but families were paying twice as much for childcare and were relying more on grandparents as carers. More than a quarter of families rely on grandparents for an average of 14 hours of care each week. Not much has changed since then. With one in 10 homes tipped to be given away, housing inheritance is predicted to more than double by the year 2025. Of course, there are variables (releasing equity, aged care, improvements in life expectancy and housing debt) in the equation. But it’s reasonable to expect that the value of wealth transfer will only rise exponentially. Beware: inheritance is not always guaranteed The inheritance that may never come is another issue for Generation Y. Affordability studies show that around 90 per cent of Gen Y aspire to own their home, but the gap between their deposit and what was required was the biggest barrier. The average deficit was $50,000. Of those Gen Ys already in their own home, 38 per cent received financial assistance from parents or grandparents. But for those yet to enter homeownership, almost 60 per cent felt they were unlikely to receive any intergenerational assistance and, consequently, stop them from ever entering homeownership. Also complicating the equation is that Australians are buying their first home at an older age. The downside to this is that they could still be paying off their home when they reach retirement age, meaning the transfer of wealth to children was also unlikely....
Navigating Australia’s Rental Market: Why a Property Manager is Your Best Move
Australia’s rental market has been on a wild ride, and as we approach 2025, the landscape is evolving faster than ever. Rising prices, changing tenant expectations, and the ongoing impact of remote work are reshaping how both landlords and renters operate. Staying on top of these trends and knowing when to bring in a property manager can give landlords the competitive edge they need. Current Trends in Australia’s Rental Market Surging Demand for Rentals: As property prices continue to climb, more Australians—particularly Millennials and Gen Z—are turning to renting as a more flexible, affordable alternative. Beyond affordability, renting suits the modern lifestyle, offering the mobility many need for work and personal reasons. Rising Rental Prices: With demand outpacing supply, rental prices are steadily increasing. Single-family homes, in particular, are seeing the steepest hikes as renters seek out more space and comfort. This trend shows no signs of slowing down heading into 2025. Tenants Want More Than Just a Home: Today’s renters are seeking modern amenities, convenience, and community. Proximity to public transport, workplaces, and entertainment hubs remains crucial, but demand is also growing for properties with features like secure parking, air conditioning, and even smart home tech. The Remote Work Shift: The rise of remote work is still a major factor in the rental market. More Australians are leaving city centres in search of larger, more affordable homes in regional or suburban areas. As remote work continues to dominate, the appeal of quieter, more spacious living environments will keep growing. How a Property Manager Can Make All the Difference Managing a rental property in this complex market can be a real challenge. Here’s why a property manager is more valuable than ever: Expert Tenant Screening: Finding reliable tenants is crucial, and a property manager can streamline the process. They use their expertise to screen applicants, ensuring you get trustworthy renters who will take care of your property and pay rent on time. Stress-Free Rent Collection: Chasing rent payments can be stressful, but a property manager will handle it for you. They’ll ensure that rent is collected on time, every time, keeping your cash flow steady. Maintenance & Repairs Sorted: From routine upkeep to urgent repairs, a property manager will coordinate all aspects of maintenance, ensuring your property stays in top condition and your tenants remain satisfied. Navigating Legal Requirements: With Australia’s rental laws being complex and varying across states, a property manager ensures that your property complies with all legal obligations, from bond management to tenancy agreements and more. Effective Property Marketing: With their market knowledge, property managers know how to effectively advertise your rental, attract high-quality tenants, and reduce vacancy times. They’ll handle everything from professional listings to open homes. Boosting Tenant Retention: Happy tenants are long-term tenants. A property manager responds quickly to tenant needs, creating a positive rental experience that leads to longer leases and less turnover. Setting the Right Rent: With an expert understanding of the local market, a property manager can help you set competitive rental rates that maximise your return while keeping your property attractive to quality tenants. As we move into 2025, Australia’s rental market continues to present both opportunities and challenges. A property manager can be your greatest asset, handling the complexities of the market and ensuring your investment stays profitable and hassle-free. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor, having a property manager in your corner will help you navigate this dynamic market with confidence....
Creating domestic harmony on the home front
Whether you rent or own with your family or share household, creating domestic bliss is a matter of sharing the load to reap relationship rewards. Research suggests that women still bear the brunt of housework duties, but mapping a game plan and participation from all members of the family or household is essential for even distribution. Adhere to regular meetings and rosters Allocating a set time, either fortnightly or monthly, to discuss the inner workings of your residence is the best starting point. Listening and appreciating others’ viewpoints, even young children, is crucial to creating a sense of unity and structure in the smooth running of your household. Devising and agreeing upon a weekly roster of chores also puts everyone on the same page about accountability and transparency. Children as young as three enjoy helping with light household duties, such as picking up clothing, toys and books, dusting, making the bed and learning to wipe down wet areas. If these activities are introduced with an educational approach, the stigma of housework becoming a burden is replaced by a sense of fun. List of essential duties Every room in the house requires dusting, vacuuming or sweeping. The kitchen and bathroom are the most intensive work areas. Similarly, who is responsible for the laundry on any given week? Outdoor chores, such as mowing lawn, weeding and pruning could become a group effort, conducted monthly or every few weeks. Draft a table with a Monday-to-Saturday format (Sunday should be a rest or fun day) and clearly separate rooms, chores list, including type and effort involved. Most importantly, name the person responsible for the rotating duties on any given day or week — and place the roster in clear view, for all to see. Reward system reaps dividends Creating an all-ages reward and demerit system might seem utilitarian, but share housemates and families soon learn the value of fulfilling rather than shirking responsibilities. There will always be certain personality types who tend to excel at any task, just as others’ efforts could be construed as half-hearted or insubstantial. The reward system teaches all age groups and genders that a sharing household is a caring one. If demerits include added responsibilities around the home, while rewards reduce certain tasks, you will soon find everyone pulling their weight....
Can a pool add value to my home?
Warmer days in the summer months can see many homeowners longing for the cool reprieve that can come with owning a pool. Before rushing out to make plans and install one in your backyard, it is a good idea to weigh up whether it will increase or detract from the value of your home when it comes to sale. Is your area pool friendly? While a pool might seem like a wise choice for improvements to your home, carry out research in your area to see the number of homes that may have pools. A search on the property portals to see properties that have sold or are selling with pools is a fast way to gain some of this information. If you are living in a cooler climate, a pool may not be as in demand as in warmer climates where they may be used for longer months of the year, especially if there is no heating in the pool. Will your style of home attract the right buyer? There is a right type of buyer for every property. Consider the type of buyer that your home is likely to attract. Do you own a family home that may appeal to someone who would invest in a property with a pool, or to a buyer who would purchase with a pool? Or is it a property where the backyard space would be more suited to a grass or landscaped area? Will the area around the property be helpful with maintenance and upkeep or is it an area that has a lot of trees on the perimeter which would create extra cleaning and care to keep the pool in good condition. Is it an affordable option? If you do move forward with plans to install a pool, think about the style that you might like, including type and landscaping. This will then you a starting point to budget out your plans. Don’t forget to include development applications for council and compliance requirements to ensure that you meet all the required safety standards. Warmer days in the summer months can see many homeowners longing for the cool reprieve that can come with owning a pool. Before rushing out to make plans and install one in your backyard, it is a good idea to weigh up whether it will increase or detract from the value of your home when it comes to sale. Is your area pool friendly? While a pool might seem like a wise choice for improvements to your home, carry out research in your area to see the number of homes that may have pools. A search on the property portals to see properties that have sold or are selling with pools is a fast way to gain some of this information. If you are living in a cooler climate, a pool may not be as in demand as in warmer climates where they may be used for longer months of the year, especially if there is no heating in the pool. Will your style of home attract the right buyer? There is a right type of buyer for every property. Consider the type of buyer that your home is likely to attract. Do you own a family home that may appeal to someone who would invest in a property with a pool, or to a buyer who would purchase with a pool? Or is it a property where the backyard space would be more suited to grass or landscaped area without a pool? Will the area around the property be helpful with maintenance and upkeep or is it an area that has a lot of trees on the perimeter which would create extra cleaning and care to keep the pool in good condition. Is it an affordable option? Investigate the value that it might add to your home by talking to your local real estate agent, who can provide you with a price estimate, and then you can consider the options and viability of installation. If you do move forward with plans to install a pool, think about the style that you might like, including type and landscaping. This will then give you a starting point to budget out your plans. Don’t forget to include development applications for council and compliance requirements to ensure that you meet all the required standards with pool safety. ...
Affordability and the intergenerational puzzle
A solution to the housing affordability puzzle could be on our doorstep. Official sources report that baby boomers (born 1946 to 1964) account for a quarter of the population, but they possess more than half the nation’s wealth. Analysts suggest that the boomers have been the beneficiaries of a 50-year economic miracle, and they are unlikely to ease out of this accumulating any time soon. Hope springs eternal for emerging generations But there is hope for the emerging generations whose wealth has stagnated. The households of Australians aged 55-plus currently own a combined $2.8 trillion and over the next decade will pass on much of this. By the time they move from the growing to the spending side of this accumulation, it will have exceeded the more than $3 trillion level. Therefore, the next 10 years at least will see the biggest intergenerational wealth transfer in Australia’s history and many of the younger generations will be the main beneficiaries. The revelation is nothing new as financial experts have spoken of the importance of planning. In terms of wealth creation, frugality was the cornerstone for most adults in the 1930s through to the 1950s. Their children grew up with a far less stringent attitude to money. The post-war generation — today’s baby boomers – reaped the benefits of their parents ‘work hard and save’ ethic. This concept has more than paid off. The figure of national property assets that are likely to change hands by 2025 is estimated at more than $400 billion. Piecing together the wealth transfer puzzle A combination of rising property prices, an ageing population and high homeownership rates will produce a perfect storm with record intergenerational wealth transfer or inheritance. Industry data shows that the wealthiest Australians were elderly couples whose net worth had surged 70 per cent in the previous two decades – largely due to the appreciation in house prices and changes in the superannuation arrangements. Interestingly, Australians pocketed a 21 per cent increase in pay during this period, but families were paying twice as much for childcare and were relying more on grandparents as carers. More than a quarter of families rely on grandparents for an average of 14 hours of care each week. Not much has changed since then. With one in 10 homes tipped to be given away, housing inheritance is predicted to more than double by the year 2025. Of course, there are variables (releasing equity, aged care, improvements in life expectancy and housing debt) in the equation. But it’s reasonable to expect that the value of wealth transfer will only rise exponentially. Beware: inheritance is not always guaranteed The inheritance that may never come is another issue for Generation Y. Affordability studies show that around 90 per cent of Gen Y aspire to own their home, but the gap between their deposit and what was required was the biggest barrier. The average deficit was $50,000. Of those Gen Ys already in their own home, 38 per cent received financial assistance from parents or grandparents. But for those yet to enter homeownership, almost 60 per cent felt they were unlikely to receive any intergenerational assistance and, consequently, stop them from ever entering homeownership. Also complicating the equation is that Australians are buying their first home at an older age. The downside to this is that they could still be paying off their home when they reach retirement age, meaning the transfer of wealth to children was also unlikely....
Navigating Australia’s Rental Market: Why a Property Manager is Your Best Move
Australia’s rental market has been on a wild ride, and as we approach 2025, the landscape is evolving faster than ever. Rising prices, changing tenant expectations, and the ongoing impact of remote work are reshaping how both landlords and renters operate. Staying on top of these trends and knowing when to bring in a property manager can give landlords the competitive edge they need. Current Trends in Australia’s Rental Market Surging Demand for Rentals: As property prices continue to climb, more Australians—particularly Millennials and Gen Z—are turning to renting as a more flexible, affordable alternative. Beyond affordability, renting suits the modern lifestyle, offering the mobility many need for work and personal reasons. Rising Rental Prices: With demand outpacing supply, rental prices are steadily increasing. Single-family homes, in particular, are seeing the steepest hikes as renters seek out more space and comfort. This trend shows no signs of slowing down heading into 2025. Tenants Want More Than Just a Home: Today’s renters are seeking modern amenities, convenience, and community. Proximity to public transport, workplaces, and entertainment hubs remains crucial, but demand is also growing for properties with features like secure parking, air conditioning, and even smart home tech. The Remote Work Shift: The rise of remote work is still a major factor in the rental market. More Australians are leaving city centres in search of larger, more affordable homes in regional or suburban areas. As remote work continues to dominate, the appeal of quieter, more spacious living environments will keep growing. How a Property Manager Can Make All the Difference Managing a rental property in this complex market can be a real challenge. Here’s why a property manager is more valuable than ever: Expert Tenant Screening: Finding reliable tenants is crucial, and a property manager can streamline the process. They use their expertise to screen applicants, ensuring you get trustworthy renters who will take care of your property and pay rent on time. Stress-Free Rent Collection: Chasing rent payments can be stressful, but a property manager will handle it for you. They’ll ensure that rent is collected on time, every time, keeping your cash flow steady. Maintenance & Repairs Sorted: From routine upkeep to urgent repairs, a property manager will coordinate all aspects of maintenance, ensuring your property stays in top condition and your tenants remain satisfied. Navigating Legal Requirements: With Australia’s rental laws being complex and varying across states, a property manager ensures that your property complies with all legal obligations, from bond management to tenancy agreements and more. Effective Property Marketing: With their market knowledge, property managers know how to effectively advertise your rental, attract high-quality tenants, and reduce vacancy times. They’ll handle everything from professional listings to open homes. Boosting Tenant Retention: Happy tenants are long-term tenants. A property manager responds quickly to tenant needs, creating a positive rental experience that leads to longer leases and less turnover. Setting the Right Rent: With an expert understanding of the local market, a property manager can help you set competitive rental rates that maximise your return while keeping your property attractive to quality tenants. As we move into 2025, Australia’s rental market continues to present both opportunities and challenges. A property manager can be your greatest asset, handling the complexities of the market and ensuring your investment stays profitable and hassle-free. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor, having a property manager in your corner will help you navigate this dynamic market with confidence....
Creating domestic harmony on the home front
Whether you rent or own with your family or share household, creating domestic bliss is a matter of sharing the load to reap relationship rewards. Research suggests that women still bear the brunt of housework duties, but mapping a game plan and participation from all members of the family or household is essential for even distribution. Adhere to regular meetings and rosters Allocating a set time, either fortnightly or monthly, to discuss the inner workings of your residence is the best starting point. Listening and appreciating others’ viewpoints, even young children, is crucial to creating a sense of unity and structure in the smooth running of your household. Devising and agreeing upon a weekly roster of chores also puts everyone on the same page about accountability and transparency. Children as young as three enjoy helping with light household duties, such as picking up clothing, toys and books, dusting, making the bed and learning to wipe down wet areas. If these activities are introduced with an educational approach, the stigma of housework becoming a burden is replaced by a sense of fun. List of essential duties Every room in the house requires dusting, vacuuming or sweeping. The kitchen and bathroom are the most intensive work areas. Similarly, who is responsible for the laundry on any given week? Outdoor chores, such as mowing lawn, weeding and pruning could become a group effort, conducted monthly or every few weeks. Draft a table with a Monday-to-Saturday format (Sunday should be a rest or fun day) and clearly separate rooms, chores list, including type and effort involved. Most importantly, name the person responsible for the rotating duties on any given day or week — and place the roster in clear view, for all to see. Reward system reaps dividends Creating an all-ages reward and demerit system might seem utilitarian, but share housemates and families soon learn the value of fulfilling rather than shirking responsibilities. There will always be certain personality types who tend to excel at any task, just as others’ efforts could be construed as half-hearted or insubstantial. The reward system teaches all age groups and genders that a sharing household is a caring one. If demerits include added responsibilities around the home, while rewards reduce certain tasks, you will soon find everyone pulling their weight....
Can a pool add value to my home?
Warmer days in the summer months can see many homeowners longing for the cool reprieve that can come with owning a pool. Before rushing out to make plans and install one in your backyard, it is a good idea to weigh up whether it will increase or detract from the value of your home when it comes to sale. Is your area pool friendly? While a pool might seem like a wise choice for improvements to your home, carry out research in your area to see the number of homes that may have pools. A search on the property portals to see properties that have sold or are selling with pools is a fast way to gain some of this information. If you are living in a cooler climate, a pool may not be as in demand as in warmer climates where they may be used for longer months of the year, especially if there is no heating in the pool. Will your style of home attract the right buyer? There is a right type of buyer for every property. Consider the type of buyer that your home is likely to attract. Do you own a family home that may appeal to someone who would invest in a property with a pool, or to a buyer who would purchase with a pool? Or is it a property where the backyard space would be more suited to a grass or landscaped area? Will the area around the property be helpful with maintenance and upkeep or is it an area that has a lot of trees on the perimeter which would create extra cleaning and care to keep the pool in good condition. Is it an affordable option? If you do move forward with plans to install a pool, think about the style that you might like, including type and landscaping. This will then you a starting point to budget out your plans. Don’t forget to include development applications for council and compliance requirements to ensure that you meet all the required safety standards. Warmer days in the summer months can see many homeowners longing for the cool reprieve that can come with owning a pool. Before rushing out to make plans and install one in your backyard, it is a good idea to weigh up whether it will increase or detract from the value of your home when it comes to sale. Is your area pool friendly? While a pool might seem like a wise choice for improvements to your home, carry out research in your area to see the number of homes that may have pools. A search on the property portals to see properties that have sold or are selling with pools is a fast way to gain some of this information. If you are living in a cooler climate, a pool may not be as in demand as in warmer climates where they may be used for longer months of the year, especially if there is no heating in the pool. Will your style of home attract the right buyer? There is a right type of buyer for every property. Consider the type of buyer that your home is likely to attract. Do you own a family home that may appeal to someone who would invest in a property with a pool, or to a buyer who would purchase with a pool? Or is it a property where the backyard space would be more suited to grass or landscaped area without a pool? Will the area around the property be helpful with maintenance and upkeep or is it an area that has a lot of trees on the perimeter which would create extra cleaning and care to keep the pool in good condition. Is it an affordable option? Investigate the value that it might add to your home by talking to your local real estate agent, who can provide you with a price estimate, and then you can consider the options and viability of installation. If you do move forward with plans to install a pool, think about the style that you might like, including type and landscaping. This will then give you a starting point to budget out your plans. Don’t forget to include development applications for council and compliance requirements to ensure that you meet all the required standards with pool safety. ...