Will Australian House Prices Crash? Five reasons why it’s more complicated than you think! Over the past 5 years, I have written annually where I thought the property market was, and what was likely to happen moving forward. So far I’ve had a 100% success rate. I guess I wouldn’t be writing this if I got it wrong. Read more
The recession and your home loan The word recession and economy have become incredibly popular in the last few months. Read more
Sydney rental yields at new low Investors in Australia’s two largest residential property markets are getting the lowest rental yields in the country as stagnant rent prices are outpaced by capital gains. Read more
Relief for NSW first home buyers The NSW Government is rolling out a new package designed to improve housing affordability across the state. Read more
Ready, set...auction! All you need to know about buying at auction Bidding for a property at auction can be stressful but you can reduce the stress involved. Read more
Making the most of record-low interest rates The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) took the cash rate to a record low of 1% in July, bringing mortgage rates to their lowest level in more than half a century. Read more
Is downsizing right for you? If you are heading towards retirement, or perhaps already in it, downsizing may have crossed your mind. And you might have some questions – does it make sense financially? Is a smaller home better suited to my situation? Read more
Investing in a holiday home Is it really your great Aussie dream? It happens every year. You’re strolling down the high street of your local beachside town enjoying a long hot summer with the family when a holiday home in the real estate agents’ window catches your eye. Read more
How life insurance can help when buying a home Few moments in life are more exciting than buying a home. And for good reason: it will likely be the biggest investment you’ll ever make. Read more
Fussy buyers snub houses that don’t present well If presentation isn’t on point, many buyers keep looking, which is an important point to remember for those wanting to sell in the current market. Read more
3 ways to get your feet on the property ladder Creative ideas for younger Australians to invest in property It won’t come as a huge surprise to learn that Australian homes are among the most expensive in the world. In a recent surveyi every Australian town and suburb was rated as ‘seriously’ or ‘severely’ unaffordable. And if you’re in a capital city it’s even worse, with the average Sydney home costing nine times average household income. Read more
3 Big Mistakes Made by First-Time Home Buyers in Australia So you ready to buy your first home? Congratulations! This is one of the most important decisions of your life and one that needs to be executed with great care. Read more