For years, LDC has tried to resist the urge of obsessing about real estate.

But something strange is happening in the local economy. Auction clearance rates in some parts of Australia are their highest in years and homes are going for well over the guide price.

So why now?

Geraldine reveals that economists remain perplexed about what's driving this latest surge in the "bricks and mortar" sector.

Also this week, the women share their dental dramas.

And Geraldine declutters her kitchen.

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