Property Investment Loan Guidance

An increasing number of people looking to purchase real estate in Australia are using the services of a buyer’s advocate. Buyer’s advocates – also known as buyer’s agents or buyer’s representatives – help people with the real Read more…

Transfer duty – paid when anyone buys a property – was, until recently, known as ‘stamp duty’ in New South Wales. And it’s come a long way from its 17th century origins as a fee for Read more…

Questions to Ask Yourself at a Property Inspection   One of the dangers of house hunting is that you could become so enamoured with a property that you forget to ask yourself the crucial practical questions. To keep Read more…

When purchasing or selling a property, you will need to work with a conveyancer or solicitor (unless you are extremely courageous). Even though they are typically quite simple, contracts and title can occasionally present unforeseen challenges. Read more…

How interest rates work   Whether it’s radio talkback, TV current affairs or just chat in the workplace lunchroom, there is a lot of interest in interest in Australia. In the lead-up to the regular Reserve Bank of Australia Read more…

Players in the property market – for buyers Buying a property is unlike any other purchase most people are likely to make in their lives. Usually someone makes or grows something, someone else sells it and someone Read more…

While private sales are common in many locations, auctions are also a popular method of buying and selling real estate throughout Australia. Auctions are high-stakes affairs, whether they are held at a central location or Read more…

Buying off the plan is an attractive option for many property purchasers. It simply means buying a place that hasn’t been built yet, using the builder’s plans as a guide to the completed dwelling. The two big Read more…

Since mid-2022 increases in house loan interest rates have sent shivers through the Australian real estate market. What will happen next? Nobody really knows. While higher rates have reined in the galloping market, the real estate market Read more…

For people looking to buy a home, mortgage brokers provide a valuable service. A broker can be helpful whether you’re just beginning your road towards home ownership or looking to upgrade or add to your investment Read more…

Michael recently sat down with Ryan McLean from On Property to provide advice on how to choose a good mortgage broker. In this podcast, he discussed the importance of mutual trust and understanding, as well as Read more…

In Australia, there are a number of ways to structure your home loan repayments. Finding the best option may save you time and money on your mortgage. Here is some information to help you choose the Read more…