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Buying land to build on later: what you need…

You’ve seen the perfect piece of land but you’re not quite ready to build. No problem – a land loan can be…

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7 days ago

4 minutes

Do you really need a building inspection?

Your home is possibly the most valuable asset you will ever own. So it’s worth taking precautions to help ensure you buy…

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9 days ago

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Can we expect the RBA to cut back rates…

With just one RBA rate decision left for 2024, homeowners may be holding onto hopes of a summer cut. We look at…

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21 days ago

6 minutes

How much does LMI really add to a home’s…

Saving for a 20% house deposit is like house training a wilful Labrador. It requires plenty of patience and persistence. Not your…

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28 days ago

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How to nail a home loan if you’re self-employed

Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? Today we’ll explain how…

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1 month ago

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What’s going on with negative gearing?

Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? Today we’ll explain how…

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1 month ago

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How long it takes to save a deposit (and…

Planning to buy your first home? It takes (on average) about five to six years to save a deposit at present. But…

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1 month ago

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Could rate cuts mean house prices heat up again?

Thinking of holding off buying until interest rates fall? Wait until you see what could happen to home prices. Here’s why it…

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1 month ago

4 minutes

Why 9 out of 10 first-home buyers use a…

Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights rack and…

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2 months ago

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TikTok vs talking to your broker? It’s no contest

TikTok and Instagram reels are fun, fast and free – but it’s important to be picky about whose content you’re viewing, especially…

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2 months ago

4 minutes

Fixed rates tumble: a sign of things to come?

When will interest rates fall? It’s the question everyone is asking right now, and while speculation swirls about future rate cuts, the…

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2 months ago

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The home loan feature 70% of new borrowers are…

When it comes to home loan features we’re spoiled for choice. Even basic loans can come with a fisherman’s basket full of…

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2 months ago

5 minutes

How much has your home’s value risen by?

We’ve all heard the rule of thumb about property being a long-term investment. Well, get this: many home owners have seen the…

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2 months ago

5 minutes

Property market set to blossom this spring

The sun is out – and so are the buyers! Spring is traditionally a peak period for property, and there’s a good…

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3 months ago

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How to buy an investment property using your home’s…

Want to grow your investment portfolio but have most of your wealth tied up in your family home? You may be able…

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3 months ago

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Does your job come with home loan perks?

Your job can provide more than an income. When it comes to being approved for a home loan, certain roles can enjoy…

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