Property
Why it’s worth thinking about selling your home yourself
Selling your home can cost a lot of money, the biggest outlay being the real estate agent's fees. so people should at least consider the DIY route.
First-time buyers get a boost
Grants and bonuses can ease the burden on first-time buyers, says Pam Walkley.
Should aspiring owners buy now or keep saving?
It's a real dilemma for budding home buyers - buy now, or wait and save?
The best way to sell a house: what you need to know
Your home is only worth what someone else will pay for it. But just how to find that buyer who is willing to pay the highest price for their property is a key question for vendors.
How to spruce up your property to increase your property’s value
A spot of elbow grease can work wonders to bump up the value of your property.
Why you shouldn’t rush to repay your mortgage
The suggestion might sound a little absurd but, given record low mortgage rates, it can actually make sense to delay paying off your mortgage.
Putting kids on the property road
It's a good idea to talk to your kids about the advantages of buying bricks and mortar.
Maintenance an added cost of investing in apartments
Pam Walkley warns of traps for apartment investors.
What we like about this new home loan package
Everybody likes a discount which is why most home owners settle for a home loan package.
The home loan that lets you pay your mortgage and invest
An innovative new home loan lets you pay off your mortgage and invest for the same repayments. Effie Zahos hasn't been this excited about a home loan since redraw and offset were introduced in the '80s.
