Knowledge is power

The festive season is a time of joy, connection and giving – but unfortunately, it’s also a prime time for scammers to take advantage of unsuspecting people. Staying vigilant can help ensure that cyber threats don’t dampen your celebrations.

Amid cost-of-living pressures and mortgage repayment stress, there has been some good news for homeowners. Property prices have continued to rise for months on end across the nation. In October, data from CoreLogic showed property values increased by 0.3 per cent...

A mortgage broker can help you select the right home loan, based on your specific financial situation and goals. Here are some of the main options.

When you rent out your investment property, you can choose to manage the property yourself or get a professional property manager to do the hard yards for you. The key benefit of getting someone else to manage your property is the convenience factor. You won’t be the...

Homeowners have been waiting with bated breath to see when the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will cut the cash rate. It’s been on hold at 4.35 per cent since November 2023. Some hoped a cash rate cut may come after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.50...

Home stylists can be very clever at making you fall in love with a property. However, before buy, here are some key questions to ask.

Applying for a home loan is both exciting and stressful. When you are successful, there’s nothing like receiving that green light from a lender to say you’re on the home run to securing your dream home. But it’s important to be aware that even if you do have...

Spring has arrived, bringing a renewed sense of excitement in the property market. Whether you’re an agent looking to sell a few properties, a vendor wanting to offload a property, or a buyer hoping to snap up a bargain and start a new chapter in a new home, there’s...

To pay more off your home loan or invest in another property? It’s a question many homeowners face. Ultimately, it depends on your financial situation and long-term goals as to whether you funnel your funds into your home or an investment property. Here are some of...