You've found a property you like and it's being sold at auction. You're super excited because you've been looking at houses for ages and finally(!) something ticks all the boxes. The problem is, you're a little nervous because your previous experience with auctions consists entirely of ebay purchases.... But you really like the house, so it's time to get up to speed with property auctions. We've compiled a list of things to do before (and on) the day of Auction to help ease your stress … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2022
Tips to buy property in a hot market
If you’re trying to buy a house right now, we know it’s tough. We know it’s disheartening when you turn up to an open home with 100 other couples. Or when you turn up to an auction thinking you have a chance, only to see the property snapped up for $80,000 more than the price guide. Given the current state of the property market, should you just give up on finding your home altogether? We don’t think so. However, there are a few things we think you can do, to give yourself the best chance … [Read more...]
3 quick and easy finance resolutions
Whenever we think of New Year’s resolutions, the first thing that comes to mind is a health kick. (Or is that just us?!) Here are three (easy) New Year’s resolutions that’ll help improve your financial wellbeing in 2022. 1. Book in for a home loan review Quick question (no judgement): do you know the interest rate on your home loan? Don’t stress if you don’t, studies show that about half of homeowners don't actually know the interest they're paying on their home loan. But … [Read more...]