Should you downsize to upsize your retirement
To downsize or not to downsize is the question facing many home-owning Australians in the lead up to or in their retirement years. And the answer is… it depends. There
September 20, 2022
Property
Hidden costs of buying a new home
You’ve decided that it’s time to buy your first home; Congratulations! It’s such an exciting milestone in anyone’s life and should be as effortless as possible. It’s important not to
September 7, 2022
Could your best friend be the key to getting into the property market?
As it seems that home ownership moves beyond many peoples’ reach, the option of co-ownership is seeing many Australians achieve their own Great Australian Dream. Co-ownership refers to a single
August 24, 2022
What is your debt-to-income ratio & why does it matter?
Applying for a home loan can take on almost mystical proportions, with most Australians unsure of just how much money they can borrow. As a result, they often make the
July 22, 2022
Federal Election 2022 – what could this mean for you?
A number of changes were proposed by the Government during the election campaign, and support was also announced for a number of proposals made by the previous Government. So where
May 26, 2022
What do I need to know before investing in property?
It is no secret that Australians love investing in property. And while it can be an exciting prospect, it is essential to consider the finer details before jumping in, especially
May 18, 2022
The Risk of Losing your Home
As house prices spiral ever higher and interest rates test record lows, it has never been easier for anyone to borrow too much when buying a home and then
March 9, 2022
A look at real estate investment and strategy
Real estate is often a significant part of a person’s wealth. This article takes a detailed look at real estate investment, including core fundamentals and the role it might play
March 3, 2022
Should you invest your house deposit?
It’s never been easy to save the deposit for a home, but low interest rates make it even more difficult. For starters low rates drive up house prices, forcing homebuyers
February 23, 2022
Investment outlook
Inflation, interest rates, Russia & Ukraine, the risk of a share crash, house prices and other issues Inflation – temporary or permanent? Much of the rise in inflation (to a
February 16, 2022
Why property investors need savings
Urgent maintenance is an unavoidable aspect of being a landlord, so having a cash buffer set aside will help you deal with any unexpected problems. When renting out an
October 13, 2021
How To Negotiate The Best Property Price
Negotiating the best property price isn’t a matter of swindling a seller. It’s about doing your homework, knowing what you want, knowing the market and making sensible offers. When you
August 18, 2021