How to Find Your Dream Neighbourhood for Your Family   The location of your home can have a significant impact on your family’s lifestyle. It can affect everything from your daily commute to the quality of the schools your children will attend. When choosing a neighbourhood, it’s important to consider the specific needs of […]

As interest rates rise, choosing the right home loan is becoming increasingly important- but it can also be a tedious process.   The right mortgage broker can help you get the loan that’s right for you, whether you’re buying a new home or refinancing your current property.   Getting the best home loan rates, getting the […]

  There is no doubt that the internet can be hostile and malicious at times, however, being secure online doesn’t mean you need to completely turn off your internet connection. Considering the recent cyber events, we’ve taken the time to create a quick checklist covering seven precautions you should take to stay safe when surfing […]

When you think of summer, do you think of warm (sometimes hot) days, barmy nights, barbecues with friends and visits to the beach? Despite the recent wet weather events, summer is just around the corner. With longer daylight hours, you’ve got a lot of socialising and relaxing to look forward to but there are some […]

It can be very exciting when you buy a property.  Some people go solo whilst others go in with a partner, other family members or as part of a syndicate. When you purchase a house by yourself, you’re the only one making all the decisions.  When love is thrown into the mix, purchasing a property can be […]

Before settlement of a property, it’s imperative that an inspection be carried out to ensure the property is in the condition expected and as stated in the terms of the Real Estate Institute contract (REIQ in Queensland and REINSW in New South Wales). The contract includes a provision for the seller to reasonably use the […]

Owning your own home is still a very real dream for most Australians.  Historically, when people have purchased a home, it can reasonably be expected that its value will increase over time. Sometimes, as we’ve seen over the last 12 months, that increase can be dramatic. Whether you’re looking to stay in your home for a […]

What is the cash rate and what does it mean for borrowers?    There’s plenty of talk at the moment about interest rates and mortgages and it can be a little unnerving, not to mention sometimes overwhelming, when you hear some of the jargon.   Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’re either looking to […]