Property
Is now the time to fix my home loan?
If you are considering a fixed-rate home loan, understand the restrictions of the loan or look for one that offers similar features to a variable loan.
New incentives for first-home buyers
Falling interest rates, changes to first-home owner grants, and new incentives are making it easier for people to get a foothold on the property ladder.
High loan-to-valuation mortgages cause for concern
As competition to write new home loans grows, research from financial comparison site RateCity shows lenders are loosening the belt on loan-to-valuation rates.
Sydney property recovery is far from over
The growth in Sydney house prices has become a national talking point. So, recovery or boom? Which way is the market heading?
Don’t pay too much to get into property market
With house and unit prices rising, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, investors need to be wary not to pay over the odds to get into the property market.
Queensland property looks sunny for investors
Queensland is a buyer's market. Pam Walkley looks at property bargains in the sunshine state.
Using the equity in your family home
Many people get onto the wealth-building path by using the equity they have built in the family home to invest - but taking the first steps can be daunting.
What should be done about foreign investment?
I'm not against foreign investment but what I don't agree with is the current policy where 100% of a new apartment block can be sold to non-residents.
How to find cash flow-positive property
Cash flow-positive property investments are not easy to find but some are being generated by the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS).
Why a mortgage broker has hidden value for borrowers
Borrowers can benefit from inside information thanks to a mortgage broker.
