Why you can bank on a broker
June 21, 2018
One in two Australian home buyers1 now borrow via a broker. A dip in sentiment towards traditional banks, tighter lending criteria for investors and better-educated consumers
How to tackle more than one mortgage
April 10, 2018
Taking on a mortgage means taking control of your finances. Adding an investment property to your loan portfolio requires additional discipline and planning. With interest
How to cure the Christmas debt hangover
March 29, 2018
The festive season might be a distant memory but many of us will still be paying for it well into the future. According to the
Which way to sell? Auction vs Private Treaty
February 5, 2018
It’s a perennial question when it comes to real estate: should you sell at auction or via private treaty? Some sellers prefer the predictability of
Constructive contracts – the paperwork and planning behind your build
February 2, 2018
You’ve dog-eared magazines, spent countless weekends at display villages and finally made the bold decision to build rather than buy a home. While choosing where
Show me the money
January 24, 2018
“Flipping” might be the new word on the block but Australians have long been part of the reno revolution. Some are looking for fast returns
Borrower beware: the hidden costs of buying a new home
December 7, 2017
You’ve done the hard yards and saved a deposit, hunted down the right property and bartered a better price. The Sold sticker is all but
10 reasons why borrowers need a mortgage broker
November 30, 2017
In an age when technology helps us research, shop and even – at times – think, we might wonder what other help we could possibly
Create your own Christmas cheer
November 28, 2017
The countdown to Christmas seems an unlikely time to suggest ways to save. But why wait for the New Year to make financial resolutions? We’re
What to research before you invest
November 28, 2017
Despite regulatory attempts to cool their heels, property investors still account for nearly one in three1 residential loans. Even first-time home buyers, who may not