Average home price rises 0.8% to $689k The Australian Bureau of Statistics' (ABS) property price index of the eight capital cities rose over the last quarter, led by Adelaide, which rose 1.6%. By Harrison Astbury ● December 08, 2020
Rents to skyrocket in 2021: Propertyology New analysis has forecast an all-time record high increase in household rents next year, amid an extreme shortage of accommodation. By Alex Brewster ● December 07, 2020
Save $17,000 on your mortgage with one phone call: ACCC Today the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) said home loan refinancers could save $17,000 in extra interest paid. By Harrison Astbury ● December 07, 2020
A quick guide to contents insurance You definitely can’t put a price on the sentimental value of your belongings - but you can insure them if they get stolen or damaged. By Emma Duffy ● December 04, 2020
Customer-owned banks slash home loan rates Northern Inland Credit Union, BCU, Hunter United, and LCU all cut home loan interest rates recently, with a couple of new advertised rates under 2%. By Harrison Astbury ● December 04, 2020
What is a property survey and do you need one? Property surveys aren’t often talked about, but when buying a home they can be worth doing for a number of reasons. By Alex Brewster ● December 03, 2020
HomeBuilder drives construction loans to record highs Loan commitments for the construction of new dwellings rose by more than 10% in October. By Alex Brewster ● December 03, 2020
Investment property depreciation: What it is and how to claim it Claiming depreciation on your investment property could wipe thousands off your taxable income. So how do you do it? By Alex Brewster ● December 03, 2020
JobKeeper extension would see house prices spike higher in 2021 Aggressive government stimulus is essential to recovery in the housing market next year, according to SQM Research. By Alex Brewster ● December 03, 2020
Renters spoilt for choice in Sydney and Melbourne as vacancy rates surge Rental vacancy rates continued to climb in Sydney and Melbourne in November, presenting an opportunity for renters to negotiate and save on rent. By Emma Duffy ● December 02, 2020