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Funky Fans for a Cool Summer

By Danielle King on 24 Dec 2013 No Comments

Preparing for a hot summer means dusting off those fans and getting the shading ready. This is a great time for checking out the latest in fan technology, and there’s something to fit every situation. You'll find a large collection available these days, from the basic fans of 20 years ago to the very latest energy efficient models ...

Self-Managed Super Fund Property Buying Sky High Amid Serious Concerns

By Kristie Kwok on 23 Dec 2013 No Comments

The big question in 2014 is whether we will see any tapering of self-managed super funds buying property through borrowing, given the concerns expressed by regulators, Treasury, RBA and the new government. In 2007, superannuation laws changed which resulted in capital gains tax exemptions and fewer restrictions on SMSF borrowing ...

Melbourne Property Market 2013: Steady Recovery Overall

By Kristie Kwok on 23 Dec 2013 No Comments

Real estate trends in Melbourne show high auction clearance, quick private sales and growth in building approvals. The Melbourne housing market has recovered strongly from a poor 2012. House prices grew by 6.6 per cent and sales volumes have also gone up ...

Melbourne Property Market Update – December 21, 2013

By Peter Sarmas on 21 Dec 2013 No Comments

Despite the fact that we are mere days away from Christmas, the REIV expects about 510 auctions to take place in Melbourne this weekend. According to REIV CEO Enzo Raimondo, having 500 auctions this close to Christmas is considered "relatively high". However, from next week until mid-February, the market will settle into a quiet period ...

The Humble, Life-Giving Egg

By Trevor Chetcuti on 20 Dec 2013 No Comments

The humble egg has been given a really bad rap over the last few decades. It has been accused of being ‘too high in fat and too high in cholesterol’. Truth be told, our humble little chicken egg serves one purpose: to provide all the key nutrients necessary to start life, albeit chicken life ...

The Premises

By Jessica Hoadley on 20 Dec 2013 No Comments

In the strip of cafes on leafy Bellair Street opposite Kensington Station, The Premises stands out due to the crowd of hungry locals spilling out the door. It’s not the cheapest option, but a glance at the menu reveals it has by far the most interesting breakfast choices on the street. You won’t find a stack of pancakes or an eggs benedict here ...

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