As the cost of living in Australia continues to rise, more people are finding themselves suffering from mortgage stress. But what does that actually mean? Mortgage stress has been a hot topic of late, with a January 2019 report by Digital Finance Analytics finding that 31% of owner-occupied households suffered … Read more
It’s no secret that finding the right real estate agent is crucial to securing a high sale price for your property. But knowing what to do isn’t the same as understanding how to do it. To choose the right agent, you’ll need to look much further than skin-deep online reviews. Search … Read more
Hannah Scholte 25 AUG 2018 BUYING a home at auction can be as confusing as it is exciting. You’re bound to have questions — some you might even feel a little embarrassed to ask. But the experts say there’s no such thing as a silly question when it comes to … Read more
Article by Kylie Dulhunty 16 MAR 2019 It pays to know what property issues could be deal-breakers before you sell your home. Water issues are an obvious turn-off for would-be buyers. Prices inconsistent with market perception, poor maintenance and embedded water and construction issues are among the top deal breakers turning … Read more
Article by LEE DASHIELLMAR 26, 2019 If you’re putting your home on the market, you’ll need to get it in tip-top shape. But when it comes to getting the best price result, a DIY approach may not always be the best option, even if it does save you money. Buyers can … Read more
Presented by Australian Government 27 MAR 2019 Have you ever wondered why your energy bills are so high? Is it the toaster, the washing machine or your flatmate, Kevin? Are you the sort of person who leaves the lights on when you’re out all day or more the type to switch … Read more
By Bluethumb Online Art Gallery In the quest of a safe sale, many homeowners make the mistake of stripping away decor and design to leave what was once a lived-in home feeling like four cold, empty façades. A prospective property buyer needs to be able to visualise themselves in a home … Read more
Presented by NobleOak 14 FEB 2019 Marriage is one of the biggest triggers for buying a home, and everyone knows (from the movies of course) planning a wedding can be stressful. If you are diving into a mortgage and wedlock, here are the items that should definitely make it onto your … Read more
Article by Brendan Casey Talking to a financial adviser can help you from making some crucial property mistakes. A changing landscape can be enough to spook plenty of Australians from investing in the property market. But it doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t pick up a bargain, if you do your homework. … Read more
Article by Stockland After 12 months of house price declines, it’s officially a buyer’s market across most of the country. “Right now, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth would all be considered buyers markets,” says Nerida Conisbee, Chief Economist at realestate.com.au. “Elsewhere around Australia it is far more variable. In Hobart, the … Read more