How can property investors identify hotspots early? We reveal the green flags for growth suburbs in this episode of the Friends With Money podcast.
Property
Australia's poorly regulated construction industry has given rise to an epidemic of defective construction, leaving buyers to pay the price.
As more property investors bail out, one in two say they would sell up if negative gearing or capital gains tax breaks were wound back.
"I'm getting a lot of information about financial advisers who charge a fee to explain how to pay off your home loan within 7-10 years," Sven tells Paul Clitheroe.
Why are the changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme so significant? Joseph Daoud, mortgage broker and founder of It's Simple Finance, explains.
The government's fast-tracked Home Guarantee Scheme lets you buy with just a 5% deposit, but stamp duty could sting just as much.
Property price growth accelerated during August, just as buyers and sellers are gearing up for the busy spring property season.
Forget composting toilets. In 2025, energy-efficient features in homes are no longer niche but expected. And it's not about aesthetics but performance.
Jim holds two investment properties and a vacant block of land. Should he sell the properties to set up his retirement? And can he minimise capital gains tax?
With property prices soaring, knowing how to improve your home loan serviceability can be the difference between getting the keys or being shown the door.
