Moving into a new home may be exciting. But the move itself is rarely fun. So to help you keep your sanity and take the stress out of moving day, we’ve …
Documents you need when applying for a home loan
Found your dream home? Now comes the paperwork. No matter what type of home loan you’re applying for, your lender will need to confirm your …
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The ‘FOMO’ factor: First-home buyers still planning to buy despite price concerns
Soaring property prices have dampened first-home buyer spirits, but their fear of missing out on a chance to get into the market appears to override those …
Homeowners use savings war chest to fund home renovations
At the height of the COVID-19 uncertainty, households put aside an extra $100 billion in savings to weather the economic storm, and the RBA estimates a further …
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Should I manage my own investment property?
On the face of it, self-managing a rental property can seem like a money-smart strategy. After all, professional property managers charge a range of costs that …
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Get ahead of the house-buying competition
We don’t mean to alarm you, but you have a bunch of enemies now. You might have seen them already, skulking around the houses you’re thinking of …
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5 reasons why now could be the time to refinance.
After a few months stuck at home, you’ve probably put a lot of time to good use; whether it’s dusting off your application for MasterChef 2021, ticking off the …
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These simple compromises could help you buy your first home sooner
You know the old saying: Kate should have made room for Leo on the door. Every relationship needs some compromise to succeed. Research by ME found half of …
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To debt or not to debt
Back in the day, many Australians saw all debt as bad. Incurring debt was something that should only happen if absolutely necessary and it should always be paid …
Managing your finance when you buy and sell
If you plan to buy and/or sell your home this year, make sure you get advice from an experienced mortgage adviser before you start the process. Changing your …
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