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How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Sooner
Your home loan is probably the biggest investment you will make in your life and a debt that most people would like to pay off as quickly as possible. But how achievable is that? Here are some of the key ways to pay off your mortgage sooner......
Thinking About Your First Investment Property
It is more affordable and easier than you think. A few financial planners have told my husband and I, that as a couple we need 1 million in cash to retire on now. If you are looking to retire in the next 20 years, as we are you can double that...
Boss Mum Buying Property
So you’re thinking of getting into the property market but you don’t know where to start. All sorts of questions run through your head like, what if I buy a home that isn’t good or what if I pay too much for a place? I’ve been there and done that,...
What strategy is the right strategy?
The burning question every property investor wants answered If you were relatively new to the investing space you would be forgiven for feeling overwhelmed by the options out there. Not only what type of property to seek out but also the location,...
Until renovating do us part: surviving a renovation with your partner
Renovating your home requires a good deal of planning, budgeting, researching, and all the while couples are expected to agree on the important decisions. This can put your relationship to the ultimate test. Leading renovation & design...
Know your risk profile for better property investment?
Every property investor is different, and it’s important to recognise that there is no single property investment strategy or investment type suited to everyone. When building and expanding your property portfolio, you need to establish what you’re...
Investment – The Dos and Don’ts
If you are sitting on a tiny amount of equity in your current home, or have money to invest (and are considering investing in property), as Sting once sang, it is something that you should "do do do." But all those dos come with and an equal number...
Is It Possible to Get a Home Loan With a Poor Credit Report?
If you've ever applied for credit or a loan, you are likely to have a credit report and the information in that report is used by lenders to help decide whether or not you can afford a particular loan, and also how likely you are to repay the debt....
What to Consider When Buying a New Build
New build turnkey houses are very popular among first-time buyers. They save a lot of time and complications, as you don’t need to wait until the previous owners have found a new home before moving in and there is something about moving into a...
5 things that say your suburb is no longer hot property
Homeowners in most Australian capital cities will see their property prices hold up better than Sydney in 2016, but even then the risks are more to the downside rather than up. So how do you tell if the property in your suburb is headed for a price...