Property
Why you can be too old to qualify for a mortgage
Banks are wary of older first-time borrowers, unless they want finance for an investment property. Effie Zahos looks at how age affects your mortgage eligibility.
The mistakes you’re making when looking for an investment property
Carrying out the right research before purchasing an investment property could mean the difference between making a loss and creating wealth. However, property research isn't always as straightforward as it seems. Here are some mistakes you should avoid as a property investor.
How to sell an investment property while it’s rented
Trying to sell an investment property while it's rented? Don't be surprised if your tenant asks to leave when they find out that you want to sell.
Loan secrets exposed: we bust common mortgage myths
Are you better off with a packaged home loan? Should you pay your mortgage weekly or fortnightly? We sort fact from fiction on these mortgage myths.
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The hidden costs of refinancing your home loan
About 17,000 mortgages are refinanced every month around Australia, but many people focus only on the interest rate and don't consider whether they can redraw money or repay the loan early.
Ask Paul: Should we cut our losses on our Perth investment property?
Erin and her husband own an investment property in Perth which is now worth less than they paid for it eight years ago. With rents falling, they ask Paul Clitheroe if it's time to cut their losses and sell.
The states that still have cash-flow positive suburbs left
Property prices may be struggling in most capital cities but longer-term investors needn't despair - there are plenty of "cash cow" suburbs that still deliver decent returns.
What Labor’s negative gearing policy means now
Labor promised to overhaul negative gearing if elected, but the potential for more downward pressure on house prices will be of significant concern to homeowners.
Why you need to take care before taking out a reverse mortgage
Retirees who plan to draw on the equity in their home for a reverse mortgage need to run the numbers first, warns Effie Zahos.
How to deal with noisy neighbours and strata stress
Many baby boomers who downsize into apartments are struggling to cope with noisy neighbours and dictatorial owners corporations running their own agendas, not to mention surprise special levies.
