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2025-26 Federal Budget
On Tuesday the 25th March 2025, the Federal Treasurer, Jim Chalmers handed down the 2025-2026 Federal Budget with updates to key economic...
Mar 264 min read


Variable or fixed? Finding your home loan rate in 2025
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the cash rate, and it seems likely there will be more cuts to come in 2025. All Big Four ...
Mar 33 min read


Dreaming of a sea change? Here’s what to consider before making the move
As the new year begins and the daily grind resumes, many Australians are dreaming of swapping city life for the charm of the coast. What...
Jan 283 min read


Kickstart 2025 with smart money habits
The new year is all about fresh starts. With 2025 fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your finances and take steps to...
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Why choose a mortgage broker to refinance?
Did you know that seven out of 10 borrowers use a mortgage broker? During the June 2024 quarter , mortgage brokers wrote 73.7% of all new...
Nov 21, 20243 min read


What type of home loan do I need?
When you’re new to buying property, choosing a home loan can be overwhelming. There are dozens of different lenders out there all...
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Questions to ask during an inspection
When you’ve been scrolling through marketing photos of a property and you finally set foot in it at an inspection, it can be easy to get...
Sep 27, 20243 min read


Rentvesting: an option for first-time buyers
With today’s cost of living pressures and the median dwelling value in Australia now at $794,000, many young Australians feel like...
Sep 3, 20243 min read


Shining a spotlight on scams
We’ve all received them. A dodgy message about a missed delivery. A robotic-sounding phone call with some random request for information....
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Budget initiatives to help aspiring homeowners
In May, the Federal Government delivered the 2024-25 budget. It included several measures such as a $300 energy bill rebate and rent...
Jul 11, 20243 min read


End of financial year tax tips for investors
If you’re a property investor, it’s important to be across all of the tax deductions that could be available to you. Here are some tips.
Jun 12, 20243 min read


2024-2025 Federal Budget
A Breakdown of the Federal Budget and what it means for you.
May 16, 20240 min read


How to get started in property investing
Are you considering entering the realm of property investment to build wealth and secure a comfortable retirement? While the prospect is...
Feb 4, 20242 min read


2023 in review, what to expect from 2024
It’s hard to believe that it’s almost the end of the year, and what a year it’s been in the property world! Let’s take a look at some of...
Jan 6, 20243 min read

End of year financial checklist
As we move towards the end of yet another year and ponder how fast the last 12 months have come and gone many of us find ourselves...
Nov 23, 20232 min read


House Appraisal vs Market Value: how much is your home worth?
What is a property actually worth? The answer may vary depending on if you were to ask a real estate agent or a valuer working for a...
Oct 24, 20233 min read

Smart Investing for the Budget-Savvy
Is a small budget holding you back from property investment? Think again! You might be surprised to learn that you don't need a hefty...
Sep 28, 20232 min read


Buying property with family and friends
Since 1 July, many home buyers have been gearing up so they can take advantage of the changes to the Federal Government’s housing grant...
Aug 16, 20233 min read


How to apply for a home loan
The Great Australian Dream has always been to own a home. For first home buyers, you may be wondering what steps are actually involved in...
Aug 3, 20236 min read


Money saving tips for the financial year ahead
Most of us have been feeling the pinch lately, but the good news is that with a little bit of groundwork, you can keep more cash in your...
Jun 14, 20236 min read
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