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17 February 2012 - Websites for Tradies

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17 February 2012 - Tradies now offers phone services.

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10 February 2012 - Will We See More Rate Drops This Year?

While an interest rate drop was predicted for this month, the Reserve Bank of Australia decided to leave the cash rates unchanged, claiming that the Australian economy is in a stable place. However, financial commentators are predicting we will see more drops this year. Is this really the case?

06 February 2012 - The Big Picture

Some vendors spend over one thousand dollars on their sale photography. In other instances, an agent will load up a couple of blurry photos they took themselves onto an internet listing. More and more agents are stressing the importance of photos in a sale campaign. So just how big an impact do photos have on the sale of a home, and just what is involved in creating perfect pictures?

27 January 2012 - Online Groceries: Are They Cheaper?

Finding time to fit in your weekly food shop can be a hassle. After organising kids, work commitments and whatever else your busy life may throw at you, spending an hour or so in a busy shopping centre is probably the last thing you want to do. If you're sick of pushing a squeaky trolley up and down aisles every week, you may like to try online grocery shopping as an alternative.

20 January 2012 - The Most Expensive Foods in the World

Even with the possibility of a global economic meltdown, it seems there is always a market for the ultra-rich. Whether you are talking about cars, clothing, or food, all products are definitely not created equal. The most expensive foods in the world include rare luxury items like caviar and truffles and gourmet dishes crafted at some of the most exclusive restaurants on the planet.

13 January 2012 - Non-Bank Lenders Gain Market Share

Small lenders are wooing a greater share of the home loan market than the big four banks. In the past, borrowers have preferred big banks for the sense of security they provide and their familiarity. What are smaller lenders offering that is attracting so much new business?

13 January 2012 - Agents who Underquote

You spot your dream home online, head along to the Auction ready to sign on the dotted line, only to watch the home you thought was yours sell for thousands of dollars above the quoted range.

Many a would-be bidder has lost out on Auction day due to an underquote from an agent. Despite strict legislation in most states, underquoting is still a big problem. So, just why do agents do it, and how can you spot it?

06 January 2012 - Is High Density Housing the Future?

Australian and New Zealand cities are well known for their low housing density, especially in comparison to major European centres. However, as housing pressures continue to intensify in places like Sydney and Auckland, denser housing projects are likely to play an increasing role in our urban environment. With implications for housing affordability, sustainability, quality of life, and the environment, the issue of housing density is likely to affect us all over the next few years.

30 December 2011 - Small Business Success

Many people working nine to five jobs have great ideas for their own small business. Pursuing your own business can be rewarding, bringing both financial gain and personal satisfaction. However, most new ventures fail within their first twelve months. So what is the difference between a small business success and a career flop?

23 December 2011 - Weird Kim Jong-Il Propoganda

With the recent passing of North Korea's Dear Leader, it's time to look at the man and legend that was Kim Jong-Il. Since his death, images of weeping and wailing North Koreans have filled the media, with the intensity of public grief shocking many outsiders. When you take a look at the very weird, yet entirely official Kim Jong-Il story however, it is a little easier to understand just why people are so upset.

13 September 2011 - Phone 1300 556 840 for more information

As always Tradies finance is looking at ways to save their clients money and our latest service offering includes Home and Business landlines, mobile phones, internet and digital video phones

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