Property
The pros and cons of investing in defence housing
Long-term leases and reliable rental income versus high property management fees and low capital growth. These are just some of the pros and cons of defence housing.
Why granny flats could soon mean a huge tax break
Some of Australia's most vulnerable have been given a leg-up this Budget with capital gains tax set to be scrapped for granny flats.
RBA holds cash rate 0.25% ahead of tonight’s Federal Budget
Prospective mortgage holders, those with variable loans or those looking to refinance have been denied further relief from the RBA.
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme extended for 10,000 Aussies
Ten thousand Aussies will be one step closer to buying their first home after the government extended the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.
Ask Paul: We paid off the mortgage but we’re scared to close the account
Maureen and her husband have paid off the mortgage but haven't discharged the $300,000 loan in case their kids need help.
Let them have pets: Why landlords shouldn’t be so ruff on good tenants
An investment property without a tenant is virtually worthless, so why can't a tenant put have a pet? Or put up artwork? It's time for landlords to be flexible.
I’m on JobKeeper – will the bank still give me a mortgage?
You get approved for a home loan. Then COVID-19 hits and you end up on JobKeeper. So what happens to your mortgage pre-approval?
Wanting an Insta-worthy kitchen is putting pressure on homeowners
Instagram feeds of perfectly-styled rooms and expensive renovations are putting pressure on homeowners to keep up with the Joneses - or this season's contestants on The Block.
You need to start preparing for the end of the pause on evictions
The government's moratorium on evictions ends this month. While some states have offered an extension, financially-stretched renters need to prepare for the inevitable.
Time to sell your home? Here’s how to style it like a pro
You don't have to spend a fortune to style your house for sale. A bit of elbow grease and some clever updates can add thousands to the final sale price.
