Great news for home owners – plenty of economists are tipping an RBA rate cut for February. Assuming it happens, once the celebrations have died down, what next? We explain what to expect when rates head south. It’s been a long time between drinks for home owners celebrating a rate cut. The last time the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) gave rates a chop was back… Read More »What happens to my home loan if interest rates fall?
Ever spotted a bargain property and then thought to yourself: ‘What’s the catch?’ Well, more often than not there’s a good reason behind a lower-than-expected price tag. And while an undesirable location might not be a deal breaker for you, it could make it harder to sell later. Beautiful home, dead quiet neighbours. Sounds brilliant, right? Well, perhaps not if the property is next door… Read More »The top 5 location turn-offs for Aussie home buyers
Bathroom blitz? Kitchen kit out? Or perhaps some landscaping love might be on your house upgrade wishlist for 2025? If so, it’s worth knowing what reno finance options are available. Today we’ll explain some ways to fund your home improvement project. Spending on home renovations has boomed over the past five years, and it seems we’re not done yet. The Housing Industry Association says high property values are… Read More »How to finance your 2025 home renovation
Amid growing expectations of rate cuts in 2025, sticking with a variable home loan rate can seem like a no-brainer. But not so fast. Locking in your home loan rate can also have upsides, including the potential for a lower rate right now. Home loans come in all shapes and sizes. A common thread is that you’ll likely be given the choice of a variable… Read More »Decisions decisions… Fixed-rate vs variable home loan rate
There’s much more to property in Australia than just houses or units. And if you’re in the market for a home or investment property, it helps to know your townhouses from terrace homes so that you can choose a place that’s suited to your goals and needs. Australians are blessed with choice when it comes to buying a family home. Nationally, Australia has 10.9 million private… Read More »House, apartment or townhouse? The pros and cons of each
How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? If you’re like most people, they’re likely related to health, fitness or abstinence. But why not consider a financial one too? Here are three resolutions worth considering for 2025. There’s no denying that 2024 was a tough year for many mortgage holders – in no small part due to the hope of rate cuts dangling just out… Read More »Three financial New Year’s resolutions to tackle 2025 head-on
With the holiday season upon us, we’d like to express our heartfelt thanks to all our amazing clients for your trust and support throughout 2024. With the hope of rate cuts always dangling just out of reach, coupled with inflation, 2024 was tougher than many families anticipated. Please know that we’re always here if you ever want to discuss your mortgage – including ways we… Read More »Merry Christmas! And thanks for your support in 2024!
If you haven’t looked into refinancing since the start of higher interest rates, it might be time to ask yourself ‘why not?’ New research shows it could be time to try again – especially if you want to start 2025 off on the right foot. A new report from Canstar shows more than one in five borrowers were able to negotiate a better interest rate from their… Read More »Have you refinanced recently? It could be time this summer break
As we head towards the end of 2024, let’s take a look at how property markets performed over the last year – and discover what the experts say may lie in store for home prices in 2025. 2024 has been a year of change, with property values and market conditions shifting across many of our state and territory capitals. In fact, the only constant has… Read More »How did property prices go in 2024? And what’s tipped for 2025?
The coming weeks will see millions of Aussies enjoy a well-earned getaway, and for some, a memorable holiday will inspire plans to buy a holiday home. But is it a good idea? And can a weekender still stack up financially? We explain what to consider plus tips to fund a vacation property. It’s that time of year when we lock up our home, load up… Read More »Thinking of buying a holiday home? Here’s what to weigh up
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