Property

Is off-the-plan on the money?

With rising house prices, is buying off-the-plan for capital growth a good idea? When it comes to property investing, or any investment, there’s no such thing as a free lunch.  AMP Capital’s Dr Shane Oliver suggests going in with your eyes open.  Reasons to buy off-the-plan Benefits can exist in ...
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Helping your kids buy a home

Increasing house prices are good news for property owners but can be a bit of a hurdle for people trying to get into the market.  If, like many of our clients, your goal is to help your children buy a home, there are a few ways you can help. Perhaps ...
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How can property make me better off?

If you’ve built up some equity over the years, it may be time to look at the options your property may give you, such as purchasing an investment property. Here are four possibilities that could help you:  You could buy an investment sooner.  Borrowing against the value of your home—which ...
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5 Tips for buying your property at an auction

Bidding for a property at auction whether it is for your home or an investment property can be stressful but you can reduce the stress involved. Before you consider bidding use our tips to make sure you’re prepared and know what to expect.  You can also read about understanding renting ...
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Should you own the roof over your head?

When it comes to the rent-versus-buy debate, like many of our clients you may be weighing up the pros and cons. You might be thinking that you’d love to buy a house but it all seems out of reach right now. Are you asking whether it’s still a good idea ...
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How can I own my home sooner?

It doesn’t have to be the stuff of dreams. There are several strategies that could help you pay off your home loan sooner. And it doesn’t necessarily mean sacrificing the things you love doing today. The first step towards paying off your home sooner is to understand your loan—how much ...
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