Make your move
Make your new house feel like a home sooner rather than later with these quick and easy tips With all the organising that goes into buying a new home and moving, it’s easy to forget that settling in can be just as busy. With boxes piled high and rooms to organise, those first few weeksREAD MORE
Investor or first time buyer – If you’re thinking about buying an apartment, this handy list will help you make sure your potential purchase is a good fit for you If you’re a first time buyer or property investor, an apartment can be a savvy purchase. Often cheaper than houses, they present great value forREAD MORE
You’ve made an offer on a new home and it was accepted! You should take a minute to appreciate the milestone. Not only to congratulate yourself for your efforts, but to take a breather from all the hard work. Now it’s time to tackle the next hurdle — your lease. If you’re renting a property,READ MORE
Let’s face it, inner city space is limited these days. Not only does this drive up the cost of existing homes, but it means less space for new ones. But, all is not lost! If you’re wondering how you’re going to buy your first home — or even your second — look no further thanREAD MORE
Whether you make a habit of browsing the aisles of your local Harvey Norman, or you’re actually in the market for some new appliances for your new home or renovation, you may have noticed that Energy Star Ratings are kind of a big deal. More than a nifty, star-studded sticker on your new appliance purchase,READ MORE
Australia’s leading lending authority made recent moves to relax lending rules for banks and authorised deposit-taking institutions. Find out what this means and how it can make it easier for you to get a home loan. What is the APRA? We may have tweaked your interest with laxed lending rules, but you may also beREAD MORE
Thanks to first home owner assistance programs, plenty of new punters are looking to leap into the property market with their first home purchase. Before you join the crowd, know your stuff so you don’t get stung by unexpected additional costs. This includes stamp duty. Stamp duty is a state tax, which means the rulesREAD MORE
Qualification Top tip #1: Different terms apply to owner occupiers vs investors When you apply for a loan, your provider will want to know how you intend to use the property. If you’re an owner occupier, you’ll likely face fewer loan restrictions and lower interest rates. Investors, on the other hand, will have more restrictionsREAD MORE
Sustainable living is the topic du jour, with many people wondering how to cut down on waste and boost efficiency. It’s an increasingly important consideration, particularly when it comes to building or renovating a home. Not only can you do your part to help save Mother Earth when you incorporate smarter, eco-friendly features into yourREAD MORE
How do you find out your credit score and whether it’s good or bad? What are the real-life consequences of bad credit and can it be improved? If these are questions that you have been asking, you’re not alone. In this article, we break down how credit scores work and how to improve yours. IfREAD MORE
It is a fact that house prices in Australia are far higher than they were for the generation entering the housing market a couple of decades ago. With this development, home ownership has become a harder goal to reach for many Aussies. Australians are spending up to 10 years saving for a deposit – that’sREAD MORE
One of the most common reasons people are struggling to buy their own home is juggling existing debt while trying to finance a home loan. Emergencies or accidentally spending more than you earn on a credit card can easily lead to accumulating debt. Nowadays, it is even typical to be repaying multiple debts at theREAD MORE
There are many costs that come with buying a house and it is essential to factor them all in when planning to buy a house. However, we know from our customers that first home buyers get a lot of terminology and financial jargon thrown at them, which can feel overwhelming. After all, most of usREAD MORE
Saving for a deposit is not easy as it is, but how about when you have existing debt standing in between you and your financial goals? Struggling with debt is a common problem for Australians: a review by the Australian Securities & Investments Commission revealed that one in six Australian consumers is grappling with creditREAD MORE
Have you reached the time in your life where you have a steady job with a steady income and you’re ready to stop wasting money on rent? Since you’re reading this article, we’re guessing there’s just one problem… it’s so hard to save up a deposit! In fact, it can be extremely difficult with theREAD MORE
Can I borrow my down payment for a house? Is it possible to borrow money to put towards my house deposit? These are questions that we hear often when people first contact us. Understandably, because saving for a deposit is not easy. With the current cost of living and housing prices in most Australian cities,READ MORE
Dreaming of a new home but dreading your nightmare of a credit file? Our 6 top tips can show you the path to beating bad credit and boosting your credit score. Maintaining a good credit file is an important step in securing a home loan. Your credit file will help ensure you’re in good standingREAD MORE
Our top tips can help you get the straight scoop on how to choose the best builder out there! First home buyer’s assistance programs are opening up the real estate market to new, qualified buyers looking to settle into their dream home. You can take advantage of low deposit house and land packages that makeREAD MORE
If you’re considering a kitchen refresh but you’re worried about the time and money of getting someone in to help, don’t fret! When it comes to keeping your gourmet space chic and contemporary, small changes can go a long way. These simple updates will give your kitchen the facelift it needs without draining your bankREAD MORE
We understand that building your new home is an exciting time — not just because it’s a major milestone that marks a new chapter of your life, but it’s also a chance to create a space that is well and truly your own. This goes beyond picking the colour of your walls or the typeREAD MORE
