first home Archives - Page 7 of 16

House vs apartment: the pros and cons of each

If you’re tossing up on whether to keep saving for that cosy bungalow or thinking about getting one foot on the property ladder now with an apartment or duplex, our Australian buyers agency can help!

Regional property ownership 101!

With more people relishing the ability to work from home, it’s no wonder the idyllic image of rural life has people ready to up and move to the country in search of a ‘better life’.

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2022: a year in review and my predictions for 2023!

Many first homebuyers managed to nab their first home with our professional help, while others sold their homes above asking price and were able to successfully relocate, downgrade or upgrade their home for a fresh new start. What a time! But where is this all going? Let’s take a look

Focus your property search with these 4 essential tips!

Knowing that the process of buying a home will likely take you on a rollercoaster of emotions, we’ve put together a little guide to help you start your journey with confidence!

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Is a Backyard Swimming Pool Your Dream or Your Nightmare?

For those of us without a pool of our own, fawning over the neighbour’s in-ground pool and listening to the carefree splashes through the fence, keep thinking that pool is the DREAM… Or is it?

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The most iconic architectural style in Australia: Meet The Queenslander

There is one residential style of architecture that truly stands apart from the rest here in Australia. It’s attractive. It’s functional. It’s iconic. It’s the Queenslander.

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Tax Depreciation on your Rental Property

Did you know that owning an investment property gives you the ability to write off (or depreciate) the cost of capital assets included within the property as a deduction from your overall income from the property?

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How to save money as the cash rate continues to rise

When The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate for the seventh month in a row, I could feel Aussie homeowners shaking at the thought of even more money leaving their bank accounts each month – and I was right there with them.

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Stamp Duty Reform

The NSW stamp duty reform has finally passed in State Parliament, despite its initial proposal nearly six months ago! But what does this mean for you as a first home buyer?