In many parts of Australia, auctions are the most common way to buy and sell a property. Unless you get lucky and are the only bidder, auctions can be very stressful: the stakes are high, the
‘Overcapitalising’. Even people who don’t know what it is can tell by the name that it’s a bad thing. Here we explain what it is, why it’s not great, and what you can do to avoid
If you purchase a house or apartment by yourself, arranging the title is pretty simple: unless you’re a company, the property title will typically be registered in your name alone. Too easy. If you’re purchasing with another person –
While many people think that all real estate agents are the same, a little bit of digging can reveal differences that can affect the outcome of a sale – whether at auction or private. If you’re
Updating your house with a renovation is a terrific way to increase the value of your property. A well-judged, quality renovation can make older houses feel more contemporary by updating some of the more dated features
Looking for a new house can be tiring and demoralising. Week after week spent scouring the big real estate websites and apps is hardly a recipe for joy. And bumping into the same people at ‘open
I am often asked, should I join forces with a friend or family member? Bringing another into the equation can increase your buying power or enable you to enter the property market sooner but there are
It can seem like a big leap, but with some careful preparation and expert advice you can enter the investment market with confidence. Here are our 5 simple steps to get you into the best position
Refinancing. It looms above every home loan. Are you missing a trick by not doing it? And how does it work? Read our guide on the questions to ask before making the decision, and learn how
It’s a peril of house-hunting: getting carried away by your emotional response to a property, and forgetting to ask yourself the all-important practical questions. It’s best to go in armed with a checklist of to keep
Buying off the plan: four tips for a smooth purchase When you buy off the plan you can look forward to moving into a brand new place, all the while avoiding that pesky stamp duty. But it’s
When a house is passed in at an auction, a whole new phase starts. Here’s what it all means, and how to be prepared for the negotiations that follow. What does ‘passed in’ mean? At an auction, one
