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House price growth is slowing but experts say not to expect a crash. We look at what’s changed, and why

How a Mortgage Broker in Chermside Can Help You Secure Lower Interest Rates Finding the right home loan can be

A few tweaks to a popular first home buyer scheme has driven a “surge” in Gen Zs buying their first

First Home Buyer Loans in Eight Mile Plains: Complete 2026 Guide Buying your first home is one of the biggest

What’s the True Cost of Mortgage Broking? (Brisbane Guide) If you’re exploring home loans, you’ve probably wondered about the mortgage

Can I Buy a House with a $20,000 Deposit? (Brisbane Guide) Saving for a home deposit can feel overwhelming—especially when

The hits just keep coming for mortgage holders, with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today raising the cash rate

First Home Buyer Checklist: Everything You Need Before Applying for a Loan in Brisbane Buying your first home is a

There’s no better feeling than living in a brand new home – it’s fresh, clean and it’s all yours. But

Mastering Mortgage Broker Insights: Leverage LVR, Offsets & Rate Negotiation Tactics in Eight Mile Plains Navigating the world of home

Having loan pre-approval can be a smart move for home buyers. But the recent Reserve Bank cash rate hikes could

Rate hikes and soaring fuel prices aren’t dampening home buyer enthusiasm, with a strong majority of Aussies still believing the

Common Home Loan Mistakes First-Time Buyers Should Avoid in Brisbane Home Loan Challenges in Brisbane Buying your first property is

If you’re in the market for a home, you may have noticed there hasn’t always been a whole lot of

More bad news for mortgage holders around the country: the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today raised the cash rate

Who wouldn’t want to save on home loan interest and pay off their mortgage faster? Homeowners are increasingly turning to

As home prices climb higher, first home buyers can feel like the goal posts are continually shifting further out of

Sure, saving a deposit is important, but your income can hold the real key to getting into the market. That’s

Growing numbers of younger Australians are opting for regional living, and part of the lure of a ‘seachange’ or ‘treechange’

Myth busted! Baby Boomers no longer own the bulk of housing wealth in Australia. We reveal who does, and how

Bad news for mortgage holders around the country: the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today raised the cash rate by

After a lengthy run of rising prices in 2025, some pundits are tipping property prices could keep climbing in 2026.

A renovation boom may loom, with plenty of home owners choosing to renovate rather than relocate this year. So if

Owning an investment property isn’t limited to the uber-rich. In fact, investors are usually people you interact with daily. Today,

What a way to start the new year! After a strong 12 months in the property market, plenty of homeowners

There’s nothing quite like a New Year’s resolution to fire you up for another lap around the sun. Whether you’re

As the Christmas and New Year’s festive season rolls around, we want to take a moment to sincerely thank you

You might’ve seen recent headlines that national property prices made another big jump this year. But do you know exactly

Not so long ago plenty of economists were tipping a fresh round of rate cuts in 2026. But the picture’s

Imagine being able to buy your own home with just a $12,000 deposit. That’s what the federal government’s new Help

2025 has been a big year for property investors. But the rapid growth of investment lending has fuelled speculation about

Gen Z may be known for being tech savvy, but they’re also showing their smarts when it comes to home

To save or to pay down your home loan, that is the question. Ok, so it’s not Shakespearean levels of

Property prices are running hot as we head into summer, and the market is tipped to dial up even further

Season 21 of The Block may be over but the sales are not, with two homes failing to find buyers at auction.

If you’ve just boarded the home buyer express, chances are ‘value’ is high on your list of neighbourhood must-haves. Well,

They say there’s nothing quite like a parent’s love. Well, perhaps except for a parent’s love plus an extra $40,000

The Reserve Bank has the cash rate in a holding pattern, and several of the big banks have scaled back

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are making headlines, having reportedly called time on their 19-year marriage. If you’re also facing

Switching to a new home loan might sound like a hassle. But new research shows brokers don’t just make refinancing

The clock is ticking towards the festive season, and home buyers still have a small window of opportunity to be

If you’re like most first home buyers, you’ve probably realised by now that saving up for a 20% deposit can

Spring is traditionally the peak season for property, and three rate cuts this year could further fuel buyer competition. Check

The popular Home Guarantee Scheme that lets first home buyers get into the market with just a 5% deposit has

Three rate cuts since February have spurred home owners to take a closer look at their home loan. Turns out

Borrowers around the country have been delivered a sunnier financial outlook this month after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)

Buying a first home isn’t always easy, and first-timers sometimes miss out on a place they’ve set their heart on.

Location, location, location. Or should we say: education, education, education. New research shows homes in the catchment areas of sought-after

There’s a lot to love about buying a brand new home, and sales of recently constructed homes have increased 19%

If you haven’t checked your borrowing power recently, it might be worth another look. A lot has happened in 2025,

Home owners hoping for rate relief in July may be disappointed, but it’s still possible to score a rate cut

Growing a 20% deposit isn’t just challenging. It can be a (very) long slog. Fortunately, 50,000 new places in the

Finding the property that’s right for you and your budget is an exciting milestone! But what happens next? We explain

Here’s some warming news for winter – first home buyers are making a welcome return to the property market. Several

Property values nationally have passed a major milestone with the average home price pushing through the $1 million mark for

Despite two much-awaited rate cuts this year, plenty of Australian households are keeping their mortgage repayments on hold – and

Australian borrowers have received another reprieve with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today cutting the cash rate by 25

It’s a common belief that real estate values double every decade. But is this true? New research reveals how much

The votes have been cast and it’s clear Labor will hold the reins of federal government for another 3-year term.

There’s a common misconception around offset account home loans that making loan repayments more frequently helps to pay off the

Tariff-triggered cuts to interest rates could be just around the corner, with Australian borrowers the likely winners if they come

Australians will head to the polls on May 3, and with housing affordability shaping up as a key election issue,

Did you know that the average home owner saw their property’s value rise $46,000 per year over the past five

The RBA may have swiped left on an April rate cut, but plenty of home owners are taking matters into

‘Close to public transport’ is often touted as a plus for home buyers. But new research shows just how much

This Easter offers more than chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. It brings a rare mega-holiday, and if your budget

It’s been a long, hot summer, but the seasons are shifting and it’s time to prepare for the cooler months

The so-called market ‘downturn’ we saw over the last few months was a blink-and-you-miss-it affair. Home prices are once again

Good news for the three million Australians who have a student debt. New rules are on the cards that could

Finally, a long-awaited reprieve for borrowers. The Reserve Bank of Australia has today cut the cash rate by 25 basis

If you’re in the market for a first home, there’s one scheme you should know about. It’s called the Home

Great news for home owners – plenty of economists are tipping an RBA rate cut for February. Assuming it happens,

Ever spotted a bargain property and then thought to yourself: ‘What’s the catch?’ Well, more often than not there’s a

Bathroom blitz? Kitchen kit out? Or perhaps some landscaping love might be on your house upgrade wishlist for 2025? If

Amid growing expectations of rate cuts in 2025, sticking with a variable home loan rate can seem like a no-brainer.

There’s much more to property in Australia than just houses or units. And if you’re in the market for a

How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? If you’re like most people, they’re likely related to health, fitness or

With the holiday season upon us, we’d like to express our heartfelt thanks to all our amazing clients for your

If you haven’t looked into refinancing since the start of higher interest rates, it might be time to ask yourself

As we head towards the end of 2024, let’s take a look at how property markets performed over the last

The coming weeks will see millions of Aussies enjoy a well-earned getaway, and for some, a memorable holiday will inspire

There are few better ways to beat the summer heat than floating in your very own pool. With a range

You’ve seen the perfect piece of land but you’re not quite ready to build. No problem – a land loan

Your home is possibly the most valuable asset you will ever own. So it’s worth taking precautions to help ensure

With just one RBA rate decision left for 2024, homeowners may be holding onto hopes of a summer cut. We

Saving for a 20% house deposit is like house training a wilful Labrador. It requires plenty of patience and persistence.

It’s the great Australian dream for many: giving the 9-to-5 grind the flick and running your own show. But when

Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? We explain

Planning to buy your first home? It takes (on average) about five to six years to save a deposit at

Thinking of holding off buying until interest rates fall? Wait until you see what could happen to home prices. Here’s

Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights

TikTok and Instagram reels are fun, fast and free – but it’s important to be picky about whose content you’re

When will interest rates fall? It’s the question everyone is asking right now, and while speculation swirls about future rate

When it comes to home loan features we’re spoiled for choice. Even basic loans can come with a fisherman’s basket

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

The sun is out – and so are the buyers! Spring is traditionally a peak period for property, and there’s

Want to grow your investment portfolio but have most of your wealth tied up in your family home? You may

Your job can provide more than an income. When it comes to being approved for a home loan, certain roles