Knowledge is power

Redraw facilities and offset accounts work in a similar way – they both effectively allow you to reduce the balance of your home loan, which reduces the amount of interest you pay. So, how do you know which is right for you, or whether you should choose a home loan...

The golden rule in real estate is “location, location, location”, but how do you know a suburb is right for you when you find it? Whether you are buying an investment property or a home, finding an area that meets your needs is paramount. Here are some things to...

In May, Labor was voted in at the Federal Election. If you’re an aspiring homeowner, the change of Government could mean new opportunities to help get you into your own home sooner rather than later. In this article, we cover some of Labor’s key policies that may help...

With millions of Australian homeowners likely to be slugged with higher mortgage repayments due to the cash rate hikes, there’s one question on everyone’s lips. Is now a good time to refinance? While it depends largely on your individual situation and goals, there are...

Property investment can offer all sorts of benefits – additional income, capital growth, tax deductions, and the list goes on. If you’re considering an investment property purchase, we’ve put together a simple guide to help you get started. Let’s dive in. Step 1:...

If you’re like most property investors, trawling through boxes of receipts to tally up your allowable deductions is probably not your idea of fun. So, how can you make tax time a little easier? Here’s our pre-tax time checklist. 1. Gather all your documents in one...

When it comes to protecting your online information, it pays to be vigilant. Recent data from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission shows financial losses from phishing schemes, which trick people into giving out personal information, were up 261 per cent...