Property
Increase property value with these 5 priority renovations
15 June
If you’re investing in real estate for resale, you need to know what types of renovations to prioritise. This can help your property create some buzz in the market, with a price you can easily justify to serious buyers. Struggling with what...[Read More]
Property Investing 101: Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate
8 June
In the realm of property investment, prospective investors often grapple with comparing residential vs commercial real estate. Both offer viable investment opportunities, but they also come with their own unique advantages and drawbacks. Hence, the...[Read More]
Struggling to make mortgage repayments? Here are some steps you can take
1 June
Owning a home is a significant milestone. However, the financial responsibility of mortgage repayments can be daunting for some homeowners. In times of financial difficulty, it’s essential to find ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting...[Read More]
Home improvement: What you need to know
11 May
Embarking on a home improvement can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can transform your living space and increase the value of your property. With so many informative videos and other great resources online, there’s a thriving culture...[Read More]
Guarantor definition
13 April
Issuing loans or lending money comes with certain risks. This is why the majority of lenders require that borrowers provide a guarantor for their loan. If the borrower is unable to repay the debt on their own, a guarantor promises to do so in their...[Read More]
5 Key considerations when investing in commercial property
6 April
Unlike buying residential real estate, investing in commercial property is generally viewed as the territory of more seasoned, wealthy investors. However, as long as you’re willing to learn and put in the work, there’s no reason you can’t...[Read More]
How changes in interest rates affect retirees and first-home buyers
30 March
Interest rates in Australia have a significant impact on the economy, with effects felt by a range of individuals, including retirees and first-home buyers. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) sets these rates, with changes influenced by a range of...[Read More]
Know the Basics of Saving and Investing To Achieve Your Financial Goals
23 March
Do you struggle to pay your bills every month? Does it sometimes feel like you’re never going to earn enough money to save anything? Has your goal of financial freedom remained elusive through the years? Knowing and understanding the fundamentals...[Read More]
Overcome the Deposit Barrier With These 6 Tips
16 March
In Australia, the deposit barrier is a significant challenge for many people who wish to buy their own homes. Saving up for a deposit can be a daunting task, especially for first-time homebuyers. The good news is that there are various...[Read More]
5 Ways to Live Your Best Life After Retirement
26 January
Have you ever thought about life after retirement? If you have, you most likely think about the best things in life: a happy family, good health and wealth. The only way to make this dream retirement a reality is to have the right retirement...[Read More]
How to help your child with their first home
15 December
In today’s economic climate, it’s increasingly common to help your child with their first home. In this article, we’re going to look at three options to help you do this. Why not take a look at the pros and cons of each and choose the one...[Read More]
Home price rebound likely: CoreLogic
14 December
The expected end of interest rate hikes could soon see the property market rebound. The residential property market has been cooling off from lofty heights reached in the late stages of the pandemic, falling 2.3 per cent in the year to...[Read More]
How to save money around the home during times of rising interest rates
3 November
With interest rates rising almost everywhere, including Australia, people have begun tightening their purse strings as best they can. However, decreasing spending to ensure your expenses match your reduced budget could mean barely any savings or...[Read More]
Should I rent or should I buy? (The pros and cons of each with rising interest rates).
13 October
Should I Rent or Buy? While the Australian economy was significantly affected by COVID for the past two years, the residential property market continued to boom, with many families and first-home buyers taking advantage of affordable pricing and...[Read More]
6 Tips on teaching your kids about investment
20 October
How to Teach Your Kids About Investment As a parent, you want what’s best for your children. This is why you teach them about cleanliness, health, nutrition, good behaviour, the value of education and so on. But how come very few parents take the...[Read More]