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ANZAC Day
Each year, as the Collingwood and Essendon football clubs run onto the MCG for their iconic ANZAC Day clash, they do so in front of more than 90,000 people—not just fans, but Australians united in remembrance. This match is no ordinary game. It's a powerful tribute to the spirit of the ANZACs: courage, sacrifice, endurance, and mateship.
Make It a Good Friday – And a Safe Weekend
Easter is a time for family, travel, and long weekend getaways—but it’s also one of the most dangerous times to be on the road in Australia. Every year, the Easter holiday period sees a spike in accidents and fatalities, with fatigue, speed, and poor decision-making playing a major role.
Staging a Vacant Home
When selling a home, presentation isn’t just important—it’s crucial. First impressions are formed within seconds, and whether a buyer is scrolling online or stepping inside for the first time, how your property looks and feels can make or break the sale. A well-presented home invites an emotional connection. It helps buyers imagine their future in the space, creating comfort, aspiration, and trust. But what happens when the home is completely empty? That’s where staging a vacant home becomes a powerful tool
Presentation Matters: Why First Impressions Sell Homes
When it comes to selling your home, presentation is everything. Buyers don’t just see a property—they feel it. And often, that emotional connection happens within the first few seconds, whether it’s through a photo online or stepping through the front door.
Lesson 2 “The market rewards in time, not timing.”
After last week’s lesson on the concept that time is your friend, we move to discuss John Bogle’s take on timing Reading over this valuable lesson, I’m reminded on the old Chinese proverb on timing – “the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago – the second best time is now” Don’t wallow in regret – move on and take action now to avoid another 20 years of regret My advice – don’t dwell on proverbs and catchy phrases just make a move – any move – which has to be better than sitting idle!
Lesson 1 - Time is your friend; impulse is your enemy.
When it comes to investing—whether in stocks or real estate—one principle remains constant: long-term thinking beats short-term reactions. The legendary John Bogle, founder of Vanguard and a pioneer of index investing, made several statements about the stock market that apply just as powerfully to property investment. In the next few weeks I’ll share some valuable insights by John Bogle and how they are just as relevant to property as they are to the stock market
Saving Thousands Over 20 Years
Why the Long-Term Impact Matters The recent 0.25% interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has sparked plenty of discussions, particularly around how much of a difference it really makes. While a $90 to $110 monthly saving might seem small, the long-term effect over 20 years can be substantial.