Dan F Stapleton
Dan F Stapleton writes on First Nations issues, visual art, property and more. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, the Financial Times and others. He is based in Sydney.
Four tree-change towns that are close to Sydney but much cheaper
Some burnt-out Sydneysiders are moving to quieter communities with natural beauty, country charm and attractive property prices.
- Dan F Stapleton
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Why hanging onto your home doesn’t guarantee a windfall when selling
Conventional wisdom says holding on to property for an extended period is a guaranteed way to make money, but new figures show that isn’t always true.
- Dan F Stapleton
Some home builders are about to get more expensive – but not all
Home owners could face higher costs for building work amid higher fuel prices and supply chain disruption, but some are insulated.
- Dan F Stapleton
‘Don’t want to leave’: Dream mountain escapes and what it costs to buy there
Clean air and jaw-dropping scenery are two good reasons to move, but there’s another benefit in more affordable prices.
- Dan F Stapleton
‘Still a bit of a secret’: Underrated Sydney suburbs offering better value
Sydney is full of suburbs with big reputations and eye-watering property prices, but look at the neighbours for less expensive options.
- Dan F Stapleton
The type of Sydney homes that are passing in at auction
Some properties are struggling to attract interest as mortgage costs rise and buyers fret about the health of the global economy.
- Dan F Stapleton
How Michael and Denise sold their home without dealing with an agent
Readying the home for sale was daunting for a couple who worked long hours, but they found another way.
- Dan F Stapleton
‘It will never go to zero’: Just how safe is it to invest in gold?
Gold is generally considered a safe haven asset. But with the tumultuous state of the world, just how safe is it really?
- Dan F Stapleton
How Stephen took the stress out of downsizing
A number of real estate agents and buyer’s agents are touting the tactic, but professionals warn it doesn’t always represent a good deal.
- Dan F Stapleton
The dream beach town where home values fell $290,000 from their peak
A typical home cost nearly $1.8 million in 2022, but the same dwelling is worth a little over $1.5 million today.
- Dan F Stapleton