The Block is back, with five teams renovating five homes from different decades in the Melbourne beachside suburb of Brighton. The Block’s creator and producer, Julian Cress, discusses how this season’s concept came together, how Covid-19 affected production and what current lockdown restrictions will mean for the forthcoming auctions.

Also joining us this week is agent David Wood from Belle Property Albert Park, who has helped lead three teams to victory in previous seasons of The Block. David shares the pros and cons between different property sale methods, from auction campaigns to private treaties.

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00:36 - Behind the scenes of this season of The Block

07:32 - The various property sale methods

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Home renovations are a costly and time-consuming exercise. But how long does the average kitchen renovation take to complete? And what are Australians spending on their homes? In this episode, we speak to Tony Been, managing director of Houzz Australia and New Zealand, about the latest trends in home improvement. We also speak to with buyer and seller’s advocate, Wendy Chamberlain, about what to look for in an agent when it comes time to sell your home.

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00:23 - Last weekend's auction results

01:08 - The latest data on how Australians are renovating their homes in 2020

08:10 - How to choose the right real estate agent to sell your home

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If you have never sold a property before it can be difficult to know where to start. In this episode, Domain’s Money & Advice editor, Dan Butkovich explains how to take the idea of selling and actually set it into motion. Also this week we talk with InvestSmart’s chief market strategist, Evan Lucas about stamp duty around Australia and take a look at some possible alternatives.

00:22 - Melbourne update: What real estate activity is permitted during stage 4 lockdown

01:30 - Selling in 2020: Dan Butkovitch, Domain Money and Advice editor

10:30 - Stamp duty and alternatives: Evan Lucas, InvestSmart’s chief market strategist

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The Melbourne property market has been pushed into an online only mode as tough restrictions come into force due to the city's stage 4 lockdown. We talk to the REIV president, Leah Calnan and Barry Plant CEO, Mike McCarthy about the current restrictions and the need for the Victorian government to provide further practical guidance to the property industry.

01:00 Mike McCarthy, CEO - Barry Plant

06:50 Leah Calnan, President - REIV

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week Domain journalist, Kate Burke, joins to discuss how COVID-19 has altered property search trends. We also talk to interior designer and host of the At Home with Lauren Keenan podcast Lauren Keenan to get her practical tips on improving your working from home environment.

00:54 - Kate Burke, Domain news journalist: How property search behaviour has changed during coronavirus crisis

09:45 - Jude Cobb: Work from home case study

12:48 - Lauren Keenan, Interior stylist and decorator: How to make your home office work for you

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week, Dr Nicola Powell unveils the Domain House Price Report. Also, Domain editor Emily Power takes us through how the Melbourne property world is readjusting to another lockdown.

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

This week, Ben Kingsley of the Property Couch joins us to review the challenging position that property investors are facing. Also, Domain lifestyle editor January Jones talks home maintenance - which tasks to tackle over the winter months and which jobs to leave to the professionals.

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

Navigating the property market as a first-time buyer can be challenging. In this episode, Buyers Advocate Cate Bakos shares her tips for first-home buyers and why proper planning is essential. Then prestige property editor Lucy Macken joins to discuss what has been happening at the very top of the Australian property market.

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

The option of splitting work duties between the home and the office during the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in people travelling less often and yearning for wide open spaces. If you are required to do it less often, could a longer commute be back on the menu? In this episode the Grattan Institute's Greg Moran chats to Alice Stolz about what makes a good commuter location and what are the factors people need consider before making the move. Then, Paul Wolff from Porter Davis Homes joins to chat about all things house and land.

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.

You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.

The coronavirus pandemic has caused drastic changes to the Australian rental market. In this episode, Domain’s Editorial Director Adrian Lowe talks with Alice Stolz about the circumstances that have pitted landlords and renters against each other. Then, Lendi CEO and Domain Loan Finder director, David Hyman, joins to chat about all things mortgages in a coronavirus impacted economy.

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The information in this post is general in nature and should not be considered personal or financial advice.

You should always seek professional advice or assistance before making any financial decisions. Digital Home Loans Pty Ltd t/a Domain Loan Finder (ABN 39 619 694 156, Credit Representative 500208) is authorised by Auscred Services Pty Ltd (ABN 50 164 638 171, Australian Credit Licence 442372). All applications are subject to assessment and lender approval.