When it comes to building a retirement nest egg for the future, property is still regarded as one of the safest long-term investments. Some investors choose to buy a property and rent it out straight away. Others decide to live in the home, perhaps while they upgrade and modernise or renovate... Read More

One of the most common questions mortgage brokers get asked by clients, especially at the moment with interest rate rises on the cards, is whether to fix their home loan or keep it variable. The key to making the best decision that’s right for you is understanding the difference between... Read More

We all want to live in harmony with our neighbours. But in reality, that doesn’t always happen. Living in close proximity to others can bring out the best but also the worst in people. This has been exacerbated over the last two years with more people spending time at home due to the... Read More

First homebuyers in other capital cities would be surprised to learn that Perth buyers keen to get off the renting treadmill can still buy a house in our metropolitan area for under $400,000. This is despite increasing house prices in Perth.So, are there many homes available in the under... Read More

Fourteen children aged 5 to 14 drowned in Australia in 2020-2021, 3 of those drownings occurring in swimming pools. Furthermore, drowning is the most common cause of preventable death for children under the age of 5 in WA, with most of those occurring in and around the home.The tragic... Read More

Although spring is traditionally the most popular time of year to sell, autumn is a very close second. And with fewer homes to compete with, cooler yet still pleasant temperatures, and more serious buyers on the hunt for their dream home, there are plenty of reasons to choose autumn to sell... Read More

Do you have an adult child still living at home? Would you downsize your home and to-do list if they could secure a place of their own? In a tight rental market, this is a common problem for many right now.Fortunately, Perth remains the most affordable city in Australia to rent in.... Read More

We all make mistakes. However, if there’s one aspect of our lives where we want to avoid mistakes it’s purchasing what is likely to be the greatest financial asset you will ever own – your home. If you are in the market to buy your first home, it pays to be mindful of the... Read More

If you own an investment property or are planning to buy one, you may think that finding the right tenant is all you need to be concerned about. While that is extremely important, keeping them is equally critical. After all, the longer you keep a tenant happy in your property, the less the... Read More

We all know how good it feels after doing a thorough declutter, spring clean and organisation exercise at home. It’s starting the job that’s the hard part. Just thinking about where to begin is enough to cause many of us to procrastinate and never get there. That’s why... Read More