Is the great migration a myth?
Property pundits are buzzing with the news that regional Australian real estate is having its moment in the sun, with vendors finally experiencing the joy of that all-too-rare sellers’ market thanks to a trend…
What finance factors drive buyer confidence?
Buyer confidence in Australia’s real estate market is riding high at the moment – the highest in more than a decade – but what’s behind this surge to the housing market and what finance factors are driving thi…
Will low interest rates be a property market lifeline?
At just 0.1 per cent, our official cash rate is mind-bogglingly low. And based on the minutes of the latest Reserve Bank of Australia meeting, it’s expected to stay this way for years to come.
However, while it’s cle…
Whats next for interest rates?
Interest rate bingo entails making a successful guess about when we’ll see our first interest rate rise in Australia since 2010, and for most of the year it’s been even money that the increase will come in ear…
Should you build or buy your investment property?
You’ve decided to jump into real estate and purchase an investment property. Congratulations!
Real estate can be a great tool for long term growth and there are many pros. Property can offer the savvy investor stabil…
My top 10 tips for getting your finance approved first time
When you’re buying property in this market you need to move fast. Days on market are short at the moment (although they are starting to stretch). Property prices are still rising, although the pace is slowing,…
What are the best ways to refinance your home loan?
If you’ve been paying off your home loan for a few years and have built up some equity, it might be time to have a look at your home loan and see if it’s still the best package for you. If not, it’s time to lo…
8 common mistakes when refinancing a home loan
There’s a considerable amount of media interest in the housing market at present fuelled by sharply rising house prices. While this means it’s going to be increasingly challenging for first home buyers to get …