As if keeping track of the property market wasn’t a full-time job in itself! When you buy a property, it’s more than just the advertised price you’ll need to factor into your plans.
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It’s true, in Australia bigger is better (home sizes, that is)
It seems all those Netflix series on tiny homes and minimalist living hasn’t put a dint in Australia’s love of large homes.
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The RBA has done it again. Will your bank follow suit?
Looking for a silver lining in 2020? The RBA has delivered in the form of an historically-low cash rate of 0.10% (down from 0.25% last month). They’ve slashed the rate to help bolster our national economy as we navigate the continued impacts of the pandemic.
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Rentvesting: Have your cake (or smashed avo) and eat it
Why rent when you can buy? This has been the catchcry of developers, real estate agents, banks, and probably your own parents (and their parents). Here we look at how rentvesting is about doing both.
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Homeowners refinancing in record-high numbers: explore your options
Homeowners in record-high numbers are taking advantage of reduced interest rates and competitive refinancing offers. Are you ready to take the leap?
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$1 lenders mortgage insurance for eligible first home buyers
You’ve probably heard something along the lines of ‘you need a 20% deposit to buy a home’, right? Well, not necessarily. Today we’ll look at two options available to eligible first home buyers.
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Loan deferrals to be extended for customers who need extra breathing space
Home and business owners struggling financially due to COVID-19 will be given another four months to resume paying back their loans.
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Want to buy your first home with a 5% deposit and save up to $10,000?
On your marks, get set, go! The race is on for limited spots in the federal government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme, which kicked off again on July.
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Final touches on $25,000 HomeBuilder scheme announced
The “crucial final touches” on the federal government’s $25,000 HomeBuilder scheme have been revealed. Will your build be eligible?
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You might be closer to your first home than you think
You’ve probably heard the federal government is giving $25,000 grants to eligible Australians looking to build or substantially renovate their homes.
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