If you're a first time buyer and new to inspecting properties, it can be difficult to know what to look out for, especially when you're excited about your first home purchase! Well, first timers, we've got you covered. In this article, we've put together a "101 guide" of things to be mindful of during your [...]
If you're looking to buy your next home, downsizing might be the way to go. After all, sometimes less is more and it could work wonders for your finances! In this article, we explore some of the benefits of downsizing - from cutting back on maintenance and energy costs, to having more money in your [...]
With a home loan it's easy to just "set and forget". But it's sensible to review your home loan every three years or so. We're living in a world of rapid change, where interest rates go up and down fast, new lenders emerge and more competitive lending products become available on a regular basis. Under [...]
With winter on the way out, now could be a great time to score a bargain in the property market, as some buyers may still be in hibernation mode and traditionally, there is less competition at this time of year. Property numbers are likely to pick up later this month and into early September, with [...]
At its August meeting, the Reserve Bank of Australia chose to keep the official cash rate on hold at 1.5%. How will this news affect your situation? With no cash rate movement from the RBA, interest rates remain competitive so it could be a good time to purchase a home, investment property or to refinance. [...]
Australians are a nation of investors. Over 60% of us hold additional investments outside of compulsory superannuation and increasingly, property is one of our most popular investment choices. But why? And is it the right form of investment for you? If you're not sure, the sooner you talk to a qualified financial planner the better! [...]
Making a fresh start in a new family home is an exhilarating experience. Maybe you've just welcomed a new addition to the family (congratulations!)? Perhaps your kids have moved out, so it's time to downsize? Maybe you're craving a change of scenery, or you've scored a fantastic new job and now's the time to upgrade [...]
The comments in the news are enough to make you think saving a deposit for your first home is mission impossible. Not true! So, rather than just encouraging you to stop buying #SmashedAvo breakfasts to save your deposit, we've put together some practical tips to get your savings account over the finish line. We may [...]
As the new financial year kicks off, it's a great time to start afresh. That could mean buying your first home, investing in property, or even refinancing your loan to a more suitable option. With the cash rate on hold and interest rates remaining low, now could be a good time to consider purchasing property. [...]
At its July meeting, the Reserve Bank of Australia chose to keep the official cash rate on hold at 1.5%. What this means for you? Even though the official cash rate remains unchanged, lenders continue to make interest rate moves. Last month, the big four banks increased rates on interest only loans and at the [...]
