Struggling to save up a 20% deposit for a property? You may be pleased to know that it is still possible to get a foot on the property ladder in Australia without a large deposit. Despite recent news of property price decreases, the value of a home in capital cities and many regional areas is […]
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Purchasing property with a single income can feel challenging, but when you’re a single parent it may feel more like an uphill battle. However, the dream of home ownership is still achievable thanks to Australian government schemes, grants and concessions that may help you get a foot on the property ladder. The property market is […]
Whether you’re a first home buyer or a current homeowner, having a large home loan debt can feel overwhelming – especially with interest rates tipped to increase over the next few years. And with property prices at eye-watering levels across the home loan market, particularly in capital cities like Sydney and Melbourne, keeping your home […]
In a time when property prices seem to be skyrocketing, Aussies may feel like the debt they’re potentially taking on from a mortgage is climbing higher and higher. This can put significant financial pressure on young Australians to service a home loan, particularly in capital cities. The latest CoreLogic figures show that the median value […]
Despite a year filled with challenges and uncertainty, the Great Australian Dream of owning a home is still alive for many first home buyers. And for some capital cities, such as Sydney and Melbourne, the impacts of Covid-19 on the economy and our day-to-day lives meant that housing prices fell for some months. Paired with […]
What is the FHLDS? The First Home Loan Deposit Scheme is an initiative by the Australian Government to help eligible first home buyers enter the property market sooner. It is designed to assist first home buyers who have saved at least 5% of the property value to get a loan without paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance […]
Up to date with the First Home Owners Grant in 2016 First Home Owners Grant in 2016. Let’s face it, buying your first property can be an overwhelming experience with many big decisions, hidden costs and processes you didn’t know about and to be honest trying to figure out what Government help you are entitled […]