How to nail a home loan if you’re self-employed

By: Bishnu Aryal

It’s the great Australian dream for many: giving the 9-to-5 grind the flick and running your own show. But when it comes to taking out a home loan, being...

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What’s going on with negative gearing?

By: Bishnu Aryal

Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? We explain how negative gearing works, why it’s so popular among...

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How long it takes to save a deposit (and how to fast-track it)

By: Bishnu Aryal

Planning to buy your first home? It takes (on average) about five to six years to save a deposit at present. But who's got the patience to save for...

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Why 9 out of 10 first-home buyers use a mortgage broker

By: Bishnu Aryal

Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights rack and started busting out squats. Well, it turns...

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TikTok vs talking to your broker? It’s no contest

By: Bishnu Aryal

TikTok and Instagram reels are fun, fast and free – but it’s important to be picky about whose content you’re viewing, especially if you’re in the market for a...

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The home loan feature 70% of new borrowers are hooked on

By: Bishnu Aryal

When it comes to home loan features we’re spoiled for choice. Even basic loans can come with a fisherman’s basket full of options. But one feature in particular is...

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How much has your home’s value risen by?

By: Bishnu Aryal

We’ve all heard the rule of thumb about property being a long-term investment. Well, get this: many home owners have seen the value of their property quintuple within the...

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Property market set to blossom this spring

By: Bishnu Aryal

The sun is out – and so are the buyers! Spring is traditionally a peak period for property, and there’s a good reason why spring 2024 is shaping up...

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Why multi-bedroom homes could be appealing for investors

By: Bishnu Aryal

A cost of living crunch is driving a new trend among renters – and it’s changing the wish lists of some property investors. We reveal what’s happening across the...

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Low deposit scheme opens up to New Zealander visa holders

By: Bishnu Aryal

Kiwis hoping to buy a first home in Australia have just scored gold! The popular Aussie low-deposit home buying scheme has been opened up to visa holders from across...

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