In this category you will find financial articles and useful information on the topic -First time buyers.
Variable, fixed or a blend of both? Choosing the right mortgage solutionEven though I meet dozens of people a week and help them finance a variety of purchases, from first homes to mega upgrades through to complex inv…
It has never been harder for young Australians to buy their first home – and at the same time, it’s never been more crucial to ensure as many people as possible can get a foot on the property ladder.
For better or wor…
When it comes to property valuations in Australia, there are generally two primary types: market valuations and bank valuations. A market valuation represents the estimated price your property could sell for in the cu…
Spring is just around the corner. It will bring longer days and warmer weather – but more excitingly, history tells us this is the season for bumper property activity.
Vendors emerge from a winter slumber, bringing…
If you’ve recently been to a dinner party, backyard barbecue or kid’s Saturday sporting event, chances are you’ve encountered one of my biggest property pet peeves.
The amateur real estate expert.
They’re the pe…
For generations, the accepted approach to finding a home or investment was to trawl through one of the popular listing websites or the weekend paper. You’d make a shortlist, attend inspections, narrow down your choice…
In recent times, Australia’s population has grown at an astronomical rate – and it’s not because loads more people are having many more babies.
In the 12 months to June 2023, almost half-a-million migrants arrived …
Mortgage brokers are key members of your property team when buying a home or investment. However, understanding the cost of a mortgage broker and the way they add value remains a mystery to some borrowers.
I’ve pul…
Whether you’re a first homebuyer, second-time purchaser, upsizer, downsizer or whoever, the process of buying a home comes with a range of challenges.
But in 2023 I believe those trials will be a little different c…
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has been under extreme pressure to tackle rising inflation by increasing interest rates. Their moves in 2022 proved necessary, but I think it’s time they pause. If they don’t it ris…
