Are you a first homebuyer or investor looking to spend less now to make more in the future? With some quality fixer-upper houses coming on the market, now is as good a time as any to buy a house you can renovate over time…
Continue readingAPRA’s Intervention and How It Affects You
Since APRA’s announcement earlier this week, people from various groups have chimed in to discuss how changes to lending requirements may influence and control property buyers’ decisions in the near future…
Continue readingBrisbane Property Prices and the 2032 Olympics – What are the Predictions?
You might think we are dusting off our crystal ball… looking at predictions for the Brisbane property market out to 2032. That’s 10 years away!! But don’t panic, there is evidence-based science behind it…
Continue readingLockdown Projects 101 : Redesigning Your Laundry
Lockdown affords us a little extra time to tackle those wish list projects around the home. So, let’s start with a laundry refurbishment…
Continue reading5 Tips to Avoid DIY Painting Problems
While painting the walls of your home does take time to plan, there is no reason the thought of it should fill you with dread. So without further ado, here are 5 things you need to consider before starting your DIY paint job…
Continue readingNegative Interest Rates a Real Possibility
As Australians keep entering lockdown right across the country, we may expect negative interest rates on home loans. It’s an economic consequence that may bizarrely see house prices rise even more…
Continue reading6 Reasons to use a Mortgage Broker
Looking to enter the arena of home ownership and investment? Well, set aside your battle gear and turn to someone with expertise in the ring. That person, folks is a mortgage broker…
Continue readingShould I upgrade, refinance, or both while rates are low?
Right now, the property market is booming! Homeowners are getting some great returns when it comes to selling their properties, and there are also some good options to be found for those looking to upgrade to a larger or more valuable home…
Continue readingProposed Property Forecasts Australia-Wide
With COVID restrictions loosening across most of Australia, there has been a rise in homebuyers reconsidering their work, property and everyday living situations. And what timing, with our Aussie banks suggesting a positive outlook for property for the remainder of 2021…
Continue readingTime for an upgrade? Top things to consider.
Congrats! You’re moving up in the world. Not only have you ticked off that ever so challenging first-home purchase, you’re doing so well that you can afford a little more space or a better location. Go you…
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