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Biodiversity Credits: How Rural Property Owners Earn Income
- April 20, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
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Biodiversity credit schemes in Victoria, NSW and federally allow rural and lifestyle property owners to earn income by protecting native vegetation. Here is how the schemes work, who can join, and what it means when financing a rural property purchase.
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Construction Loan Australia: How to Build From Scratch
- April 15, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
When house prices keep climbing and the right established home is impossible to find, building from scratch on a vacant block is worth considering. Here is how construction loans in Australia work, from drawdowns and approval requirements to the risks you need to manage.
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Unique Properties Australia: Finance Tips for Unusual Homes
- April 11, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
Australia’s property listings are full of unusual homes, from World War II bunkers to converted police stations. Finance for unique properties works differently. Here is what buyers need to know before they bid.
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Sustainable Homes: Future Heritage Value for Buyers
- April 10, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
The homes being built today will be judged by future generations not on ornate detail but on performance and longevity. Australian experts say sustainability and climate resilience are becoming the hallmarks of future heritage value. Here is what that means if you are buying or building.
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Fuel Crisis and Outer Suburbs: What Home Buyers Need to Know
- April 10, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
Petrol prices are skyrocketing and outer suburban Australians with poor public transport access are feeling it hardest. One western Sydney charity received a year’s worth of fuel assistance requests in just two weeks. Here is what buyers should factor into their home loan planning before choosing a location.
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Renting vs Buying Business Premises: Which Is Better?
- April 7, 2026
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
Deciding between renting vs buying business premises is one of the biggest calls you will make as a business owner. Buying builds equity and stability, while leasing preserves capital and flexibility. Understanding the trade-offs helps you choose the right path for your business goals.
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May 2025 Update
- June 9, 2025
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
The Reserve Bank’s recent decision to cut rates by 0.25 percentage points was big news. This newsletter looks into how lenders have responded and shares some other significant stories. Lenders cut interest rates, Borrowers embracing refinancing, Quick guide to ALP housing promises & Property prices set new record
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April 2025 Update
- June 9, 2025
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
Housing has been a key theme of the election, so new policies are likely no matter who wins. Here’s what else is making headlines in finance, property and the economy. RBA reveals positive mortgage data, Inflation keeps trending down, Investors weathering cash flow storm & Building cost growth hits 15-year low
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March 2025 Update
- June 9, 2025
- Posted by: Serres Property Finance
- Category: Property and Finance
The Reserve Bank of Australia’s next cash rate decision on April 1 will be big news, given the possibility of a rate cut. In the meantime, here’s what else is making headlines: Rate gap highlights need for regular loan reviews, Building approvals hit 2-year high, Banks offering LMI waivers & How housing has changed since covid
