Costly renovations: where to draw the line
Renovations are a great way to maximise the value of your home or investment property but a leading building advisory service has warned against overcapitalising in today’s tough economic climate....
View ArticleWhat’s your New Year’s financial resolution?
When it comes to finances, 2009 was a rocky year for many, with the global financial crisis lingering like an unwanted Christmas house guest. If you’re keen to start 2010 on the right financial foot,...
View ArticleWhat are you giving up?
While a rates rise is generally a good sign for our economy as a whole, it can often spell stress for our personal budgets. We cut costs where we can and make the best of it. We’re all mini-martyrs in...
View ArticleFive ways to ensure you're ready to buy your dream home (Part 1)
For the majority of us, buying property is usually the largest single investment you’ll ever make in a lifetime. While the process may get a little easier over time as you potentially buy and sell a...
View ArticleShould you take a mortgage break at Christmas?
With Christmas on our doorstep, the extra costs of presents, catering and holidays can stretch the family budget. It would be great to not have to worry about paying your mortgage off during this...
View ArticleRenovating historic homes – good idea or risky business?
Quality renovations can bring a new lease of life to historic homes, making them more liveable and providing enhanced opportunities for capital growth.
View ArticleFunding From the Ground Up
It’s always exciting to watch your new home being built, and along with choosing the right site, design and builder, it’s also important to consider the type of loan best suited to funding the project.
View ArticleThe ultimate wedding cost checklist
It’s no secret that planning your wedding can be expensive and the last thing you need for your big day is a financial headache. With so many costs to cover, it’s easy for your wedding budget to spiral...
View ArticleTop tips for keeping costs down when holidaying
One thing you don’t need on holiday is the excess baggage of additional costs, so considering trying these six steps to add experiences rather than expense to your next trip.
View ArticleManage your mortgage over Christmas
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas...and for many of us that means the annual juggling act between festive season spending and home loan repayments.
View ArticleThis year I will….
With the end of 2013 fast approaching it's time to strategise your financial resolutions for next year. Set some goals today to get your money in great shape for 2014.
View ArticleBuying on a budget below $350,000
If your home buying budget extends to $350,000 or less, rest assured there is still a wealth of opportunities available.
View ArticleA year’s worth of free stuff
Coco Chanel said it but Yoko Ono sang about it and I’ve gotta agree - the best things in life are generally free!
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