14 Jun How to pay off your mortgage in under 10 years
The dream of owning your own home outright and mortgage-free might seem like a long way off for many first-home buyers, but the reality is that it might not have to be....
First Home Buyers
07 Sep Could a family guarantee help get you into the market sooner?
With housing affordability stretched for many younger Australians, the good news is that there are still ways to get into a home of your own. One of the biggest obstacles for new buyers is more often than not, coming up with the deposit for a home....
18 May Is Getting a Pre-Approval Worthwhile?
Arguably the most important factor when it comes to buying a property for most people is their ability to get finance from a lender. For the most part, buyers should look to obtain preapproval from a lender prior to starting their search for a property. However,...
14 Feb How to make it easier to qualify for finance as a first home buyer
Rising interest rates and the surge in the cost of living is making it tougher to save money and qualify for a home loan. However, there are still a number of things you can do to improve your chances of purchasing your first home and it...
08 Sep 3 Tips for Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can be both an exciting and stressful experience. While getting out of renting and into a home of your own is often the goal of most young couples and new families, it’s important to know what’s involved and how much it’s going...
14 Jul 4 things to think about before taking out a mortgage
Investing in property has been a great way for many Australians to build wealth over a long period of time. However, for first-time buyers, it’s important to make sure you understand what you’re taking on and how to manage your repayments. Here are four factors to take...
03 Jun Getting into the market with a small deposit
After a record run of house price growth across Melbourne, many new home buyers might feel a little unsure about how they are going to afford a deposit on a property. While lenders typically want to see a borrower provide a 20 per cent deposit, the...
20 Dec 5 Mistakes First Home Buyers Make
Buying your first property is incredibly exciting and one of the big life events for most people. However, it’s important to go about buying a property in the right way and avoid some of the big mistakes many people make. Here are 5 mistakes that you...
03 Dec The Biggest Challenges for New Home Buyers
With property markets around the country running hot, getting into the market can feel overwhelming for new home buyers. Fortunately, there are a number of steps you can take to give yourself the very best opportunity to secure the right property for you. Know Your Budget The first...
29 Sep 5 Hidden Costs of Buying a Property
Property has been a wonderful investment for millions of Australian’s that has continued to perform incredibly well for decades. While buying a property is a great choice for many people there are a number of costs when buying a property that you have to be aware...