In Australia, the national pasttime seems to be to save, save, save for a house deposit! People are making all sorts of sacrifices to get that all important deposit together – from living with mum and dad into their thirties, to sacrificing life's little luxuries. But why are so many Australians so very focused on [...]
What a whirlwind month it's been in the property world! The Federal Budget provided some exciting new opportunities for first-home buyers and downsizers. Housing market conditions cooled slightly last month, while auction activity remained strong in Melbourne and Sydney, but quieter elsewhere. The good news is that there may be some fantastic bargains around the [...]
With residential property prices escalating at an unprecedented rate, many investors looking to enter the property market are finding it increasingly difficult to get a foot on the first rung of the property ladder. As an alternative option, more and more investors are investigating the merits of commercial property to help them grow their wealth. [...]
Here's some great end of financial year budget ideas for home buyers Getting your budget under control and your finances in order is absolutely essential to anyone looking to apply for a home loan, but it's particularly important for first home buyers about to take the first step on the property ladder. Now the end [...]
Saving up your deposit is the first step in buying a home, and when your bank account balance starts to look good it's easy to get excited. But it pays to be realistic. Exactly how much money is enough? In this article we take a look at some of the upfront costs involved with buying [...]
With interest rates at record lows and property values experiencing steady growth, property investment is now one of the most popular ways to build wealth for your future and retirement. But getting the financing in place to fund your wealth building plans can be a hurdle. So how can you increase your borrowing power to [...]
