Australians think these 3 cities are 2024's hottest housing markets
Property experts expect housing values to rise nationally by at least 5% this year, but hearing it from ordinary Australians, too, just hits differently.
How to make an early offer on a home this autumn
Domain’s latest home auction report suggests there’s positive momentum before the usually busy autumn selling season, driven by growing seller confidence.
More Aussies move to regions for housing affordability and lifestyle
Internal migration to regional Australia increased by 4.6 per cent over the last three months — its highest level since the September 2022 quarter and 14 percent above the pre-Covid average.
Where are we with Australia’s property? Westpac offers some insights
Below are a few highlights from the latest Westpac Housing Pulse report, which offers a quick view of the property market, prices, home loan interest rates and general trends.
Want a smaller home loan? Consider regional property spots below $650,000
It’s true that in the big cities, median property prices are very high and the home loan required for such properties is a sizable ask.
Mortgage stress is up - again: Here’s how to avoid higher home loan repayments
Mortgage stress among Aussies increased in January to a record high of more than 1.6 million, says Roy Morgan.
How to shop for a home loan in 2024
Finding the right home loan takes time. And so it should. It’s a big commitment to buy a home.
Fewer young Aussies own a home now - how to beat the odds
Owning a home in Australia remains an aspiration for many - the Great Australian Dream is still a dream.
How to form a home buying strategy and make your home loan more affordable
On most homes in Australia you’re required to put down a deposit, typically around 20% of the property’s value.
In a tight rental market, investor home loans could be the buyer’s way in
Look, it’s no secret that renters are doing it tough. The average rent in Australia has catapulted to just shy of $600 a week. (In cities like Sydney, it’s more like $750).