The RBA has been working on a digital version of the Australian dollar. In its submission to a senate commission, the RBA said its innovation lab is working on a digital currency denominated in dollars. It is unlikely it will be released to the public, instead it could be used to facilitate transactions between banks
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All-out competition is a basic creed of a Sales business. You often compete for the same customers, revenue, and profits. However, there is times when co-opetition, not competition, is a smart move. I work with my direct competitors often – many clients will confirm this. I work with them because in the end, and by
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The Australian property market is affected by the state of the Australian economy. So, if the economy is affected by the coronavirus, there will naturally be a flow-on effect for the property market. It is likely, in my opinion, there will be short-term pain for apartment developments with exposure to offshore investors, as well as
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We are experiencing a unique time in the property cycle that has opened up a huge opportunity for potential home owners, as we see the pendulum swing to make owning your own home cheaper than renting! With interest rates so low and on the downward trajectory, it seems the goal posts have really shifted when
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In a city so overrun by laneways, Melbourne certainly has a few secrets. It is well-known for hidden things; concealed bars, secret cafes, quirky museums and undiscovered attractions – you’ll find these and more around Melbourne. With that in mind, steer clear of the path well worn and check out some of these hidden gems and secrets in
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  The 2019 federal election has now passed!    The market hates uncertainty, and the coalition win should return confidence to our property markets. The stability of a familiar government, and an expected RBA rate cut in the coming months, will encourage vendors to list their property and see buyers to re-engage with what’s on
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There have been many contradicting reports in the media about the property market and it is no wonder the everyday consumer is confused and unsure. We are all very well aware of the challenges that come with finance and we hope that there is some reprieve on the horizon for the benefit of all. But
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Putting your house on the market is a big decision. Now you must choose “how” to do it. Which of these four sales options best fits your circumstances, ambitions and expectations? AUCTION Auction is a public sale at a specific place, time and date. A marketing campaign quickly corrals motivated buyers into an intense emotion,
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So, you probably heard the news that PURPLEBRICKS will exit the Australian market, two and half years after entering it with a promise to shake things up. Purplebricks initially grabbed the attention of the selling market with its fixed fee offers and misleading assertion about portraying industry practitioners as pimped and preened show ponies –
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