Property
How the equity in your home can give you a cheaper interest rate
New research from RateCity.com.au shows that some of the lowest interest rates are reserved for mortgage holders with sizeable equity in their property.
An insider’s guide to buying your dream house before it goes to auction
Trying to buy a property at auction can be nerve-racking, especially if you haven't done it before. If you want to avoid the stress that comes with buying at auction you can always try to secure the property before the big day.
Two cheap houses or one more valuable property: part two
A reader asked Paul if it was better to buy two cheap properties or one more valuable piece of real estate. You asked for more information, so here it is!
Eight easy tips for getting your house ready for sale this spring
Preparing your house for sale doesn't have to cost big bucks. Some of the most important things you can do to improve its appeal don't cost a cent.
Ask Paul: Invest in two cheap properties or one valuable one?
Keith has saved money to invest in real estate. He asks Paul Clitheroe about buying two cheap properties versus saving to buy a more valuable place.
Why negative gearing still works for creating long-term wealth
Property yields are low, capital growth is in question, the regulators want to slap limits on investor lending and the banks have responded with higher interest rates. So does negative gearing still work?
15 suburbs about to boom for property investors
Property expert Margaret Lomas shares three surprising suburbs she believes are about to boom for investors. These are the suburbs on her personal watch list.
The secret formula to help guide your reno budget
Our love of renovation is still going strong, with many turning to it to create additional wealth. This formula will help you return the greatest profit.
Using property to cover your cash flow shortfall in retirement
Most people don't plan for retirement until it's too late. But if you start early, investing in property can make all the difference.
What Aussies are searching for when it comes to property
With so much talk about property crashes, oversupply, affordability and rising household debt, what is really going on in the residential sector?
