What you need to know about a deposit for a house
With low interest rates and a buoyant market, property is on many people’s agenda. Owning a house is the great Australian dream. But first and foremost, there is the question of a deposit. Here is a quick guide to deposits and where first-time buyers can find help. How much deposit do you need before approaching.
How to find the perfect property for you
No matter what stage in life you’re at, buying a home is probably one of the biggest decisions you have to make. If you get it wrong, it’s at best an expensive mistake, or at worst can affect your well-being and finances. Get it right, and you’ll enjoy your new home and all that goes.
4 reasons why now is a good time to invest in property
There is a real confidence in the market at the moment. In the past couple of weeks, property investors had two reasons to celebrate: Interest rates remain at an all-time low The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced that in its Board meeting, it has decided to keep the cash rate unchanged at 0.10%. You.
The key to selling your property with a tenant in it
Investment property owners can sell their investment property at any time, including when it has a tenant in it. But to protect both parties, there are rules property investment owners must follow in relation to accessing the premises, notice requirements, and the tenancy agreement. For instance, tenants legally need to know your plans, and you.
7 tips for planning a major renovation
Whether you’re planning a major or minor renovation, the devil is in the detail. Many people rush the planning stage, and discover when the renovation is finished, they wished they’d done something different. It’s imperative to take time to plan a renovation; that way, you’ll stay on schedule, keep within your budget and have a.
Tips for your 2021 tax return
We are now in the next financial year, which means, if you haven’t been super organised, you need to get on with gathering the information for the last tax return. To help you on your way, here are some tips and points to consider: General running costs Your investment property is your business, and like.
A quick guide to viewing a property
Buying a property is probably the most expensive outlay you’ll ever make, and unlike other things you buy, there is no immediate return option if you don’t like it! While we like to think the ‘perfect property’ is out there, generally no property is perfect; whether you’re viewing a property for a home or an.
How to buy when prices are high
The Newcastle Herald recently highlighted the Newcastle median house price has surged past $700,000 for the first time and the city’s annual growth rate is outstripping rises in all state and territory capitals. Latest figures from property analysts CoreLogic show the value of a typical house in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie jumped 3 % in.