cost of living
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NSW Is Switching From Stamp Duty to Land Tax, but What Does That Mean for House Prices?
In Tuesday’s budget, NSW announced a switch from stamp duty to land tax. It will become the second Australian jurisdiction to do so, with the ACT halfway through a 20-year switchover. Homebuyers who accept the offer will be taxed annually on the value of their land, instead of hit with an upfront fee (that averaged…
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Food Shortages, Millions of Refugees, and Global Price Spikes: The Knock-on Effects of Russia’s Ukraine Invasion
In the wake of the Russia’s continued aggression and a third round of inconclusive diplomatic negotiations, the death toll and humanitarian crisis continues to worsen in Ukraine. In just 70 days of war, a quarter of Ukraine’s population have left their homes. 5.5 million refugees have fled the country, and a further 7.1 million people…
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How Much Money You Need To Make To Move To Your Dream US City
Despite the fact that they’re ridiculously expensive, cities such as New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco are also hugely populated and growing. They’re great cities with a lot to offer, sure — but how much should you earn if you want to make the move?