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Planning for a baby? Here’s another thing for your ‘to-do’ list

When you’re planning for a baby (or already have a little one on the way), it’s very easy to become overwhelmed with "all the things" you suddenly need to do and/or buy. What type of pram should you get? What about a cot? Should you buy a capsule or adaptable car seat? Which one will fit into your car? Actually, do you need a new car entirely*?! And so the list goes on... We always find it interesting that the most important thing to investigate never appears on any 'preparing for … [Read more...]

Common home buying mistakes that are completely avoidable

Buying a new home is not something you do everyday and it's completely natural to feel overwhelmed by the process. You might feel completely at ease perusing the new listings on allhomes.com.au each week, but as soon as you spot one in real life you actually like, your heart beats a little bit faster and your stress levels rise ever-so-slightly. Can I make an offer yet? How much should I offer? Do I have enough in savings?  What about my current house? It's ok, we're here to help. To … [Read more...]

Housing Affordability in Canberra – how does it compare?

Following the Government’s release of their housing affordability discussion paper,“Towards a New Housing Strategy,” in July 17 and the recent release of 2016 Census data, we wanted to take a closer look at housing affordability in Canberra and across the nation. What do the numbers tell us? 2016 Census data tells us the Canberra median weekly household income is $2,087, the second highest in the country behind Darwin. Canberra’s comparatively high household income is likely to be explained by … [Read more...]

RBA Interest Rate Decision: August 2017

At the RBA Meeting held today 1 August 2017, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 1.50 per cent.  Here is an extract of the Media Release issued by Phillip Lowe, Governor: Monetary Policy Decision.  Conditions in the global economy are continuing to improve. Labour markets have tightened further and above-trend growth is expected in a number of advanced economies, although uncertainties remain. Growth in the Chinese economy has picked up a little and is being supported by … [Read more...]

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