Make the most of spring as interest rates remain on hold

Continued stability in the Sydney housing market over spring is expected, with a rise in homebuyer activity looking increasingly likely.

Borrowers should seek advice before switching home loan

Whilst the ban on mortgage exit fees has resulted in mortgage holders having more flexibility, the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) has warned that Australians should prioritize finding a more appropriate loan, not just a newer loan.

Stricter rules for home loan lenders

Most people would say that for a home loan all you need is a deposit and a full-time job.

Australian property market entering new era?

Residential property is undergoing a crisis of confidence. Many are worried about the increasing cost of living, the threat of a housing bubble, the direction of interest rates, the current state of the economy, a sovereign default overseas, carbon tax and other concerns.

Lower prices in capital cities for home loan customers

The cost of accommodation in capital cities across the nation fell in the year up to June 2011, which may allow home loan buyers to negotiate lower prices on residential properties in these areas.

Fragile property market makes real estate investors uneasy

Real estate investment trusts that are exposed to the instability of the housing development market are preparing for hard times amid the release of increasingly poor economic data.

Young Australians increasingly attracted to inner city

Population profiles reveal that inner cities are disproportionately housing young adults between 18 and 24, dispelling the stereotype of the downsizing suburban empty nester.

Cut ten years off your mortgage

If you would like to repay your home loan ten years sooner, here are a few tips that could help you do just that.

Drop in rents relieves fears

An increasing number of first-home buyers has relieved the pressure on the rental market.

Australian Investors Move towards Property

A recent survey shows that more Australian investors will put balance in their portfolios by investing more of their cash.

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