That’s because buying or building a brand new home means that you have access to the latest house designs as well as sparkly-new fixtures and fittings. First home buyer’s house and land packages are always popular but it’s important to understand what to look for and what to stay away from. So, let’s have a…
The property cycle means that demand for properties in each state and territory can rise and fall depending on how the market in those locations are faring. It’s well understood that Sydney is at the top of its market cycle and Melbourne is perhaps not far behind. The third most populous capital city is Brisbane…
Here’s the thing: Did you know that there are two potential values for your property? Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t understand the difference between a market value and a bank value but it’s vitally important that they do. In fact, sometimes when a homeowner wants to draw on some of the equity in their property, they…
When you buy a property you receive a Certificate of Title, which is a paper copy of an entry in the online register. If you have a mortgage, the bank holds the Certificate of Title until your loan is repaid. A mortgage grants an interest in the real estate to the lender. Once it’s paid…