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5 reasons why first-home buyers are back in the game
Remember all the ‘smashed avocado’ media reports about how difficult it is for first home buyers to get into the market? Well now there’s good news! In recent months, we’ve seen a surge in first-home buyer activity in the property market.
Market Essentials – September 2018
The media continues to hold its focus on the market downturn, but CoreLogic’s Tim Lawless reminds us that the downtown is relatively mild, with a cumulative 1.9% fall in value since the September 2017 peak. Indeed, things going right deserve a mention in the media...
Market Essentials – August 2018
Although Sydney and Melbourne’s market slowdowns have been dominating headlines, the news isn’t all bad, with considerable divergence across the country. Hobart, Canberra and Brisbane are seeing positive momentum. CoreLogic’s Tim Lawless warns negative equity could be...
Market Essentials – July 2018
In this month’s news, the performance of houses in Sydney ended up being the worst for the year out of all the capital cities according to Corelogic with a 6.2% fall, and 4.6% fall for dwellings overall. Hobart remained the stellar performer continuing its climb to...
Market Essentials – June 2018
In news this month, AMP Capital economist Shane Oliver has stated that he is not expecting interest rates to change until 2020, a view increasingly supported by actions from the RBA who are looking to maintain a balance between economic growth and a cooling property...
Can a boarder help you pay your mortgage?
Taking on a boarder could be a viable way to help you pay your mortgage. If you’re going to take in a boarder, there are some very important implications to consider first, as we explain in this article. The pros of having a boarder Additional income You can offset...
Market Essentials – May 2018
In this month’s edition, the real estate slowdown across the country continues, with Domain Group data showing national property prices slumping 1.2% in the 3 months to March. Over the year however, prices were up 6.3% on CoreLogic data, with Tasmania taking out top...
Six ways to renovate to increase your property’s sale price
When renovating for profit, the golden rule is minimal expenditure, maximum return. The key is to focus on renovations that will maximise your property’s value, whilst not costing you the earth. Here are 6 smart renovation ideas that will resonate with prospective...
Market Essentials – April 2018
This Month in Review In this month’s news, the Reserve Bank of Australia has broken a record for the longest stretch without an interest rate change, with rates on hold at 1.5 per cent for the 18th consecutive meeting. The Grattan Institute’s John Daley has warned a...
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