Investing on behalf of your kids
Investing on behalf of your children can help give them a financial leg up and introduce them to good financial practice at an early age. However It’s important to pick…
More Aussies look to buy property and refinance
One in five Australians is hoping to purchase a property in the next 12 months, while one in three existing homeowners wants to refinance to get a better deal. Record-low…
How an Australian mortgage trust could help meet your retirement income needs
Economists and historians will no doubt hark back to 2020 as not just the year of Covid-19 but of higher unemployment and ultra-low interest rates, of stockmarket upheaval and Australia’s…
Have first home buyers been pushed out of the market?
Latest figures have shown a monthly decline of over 3 per cent in first home buyer activity, but levels still remain at their highest since 2009. New statistics have revealed…
First home buyers guide: Grants and assistance in each state and territory
The federal and local governments have launched several grants and assistance programs to help their citizens achieve the great Australian dream of owning a home. Find out which of them…
Borrowing money for renovations: What you need to know.
You’ve been dreaming of that new kitchen and dining room for as long as you can remember, and now the time has come to put your plans in motion. But…
Want to help your kids buy a property? Here’s how.
The real estate market can be tough for young adults, but as a parent you may be able to lend a helping hand. We tell you how. 1.Parent-to-child loan A…
8 ways to maximise your rental returns
Being an active participant in the entire leasing process is the best way to maximise an investment property’s value, according to one property professional. A simple yet structured process, as…
Family planning: Applying for a home loan with a baby on the way
A new baby completely changes your life. Are you also prepared for how a new baby might affect your chances of buying a home? Here are some things to consider…
