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How High Are Property Prices Predicted to Go in 2026?
The question on every home buyer and investor’s mind: how high are property prices predicted to go in 2026? After a strong surge in 2025, with national property prices rising 8.6%, many experts are forecasting continued growth in the year ahead. In this guide, we’ll...
RBA Cash Rate Rise to 3.85%: How Higher Interest Rates Affect Your Mortgage Repayments
The latest RBA cash rate rise has delivered a fresh hit to Australian mortgage holders, with the Reserve Bank of Australia lifting the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%. For homeowners with variable loans, this move could mean higher monthly repayments...
Successful Rentvesting 101: How to Rent and Invest Your Way into the Property Market
Introduction Rentvesting is an alternative path to property ownership that lets you rent where you want to live and invest where you can afford. For young professionals or anyone priced out of their preferred suburb, rentvesting provides a way to enter the market and...
5 Mistakes First Home Buyers Should Avoid in 2026
Introduction Entering the property market for the first time can be exhilarating, but missteps can be costly. With house prices high and government incentives evolving, 2026 first home buyers need to be diligent. This guide highlights common mistakes and how to avoid...
5% Deposit vs 2% Help to Buy: Which First Home Buyer Scheme Gets You in Your Home Sooner?
Introduction Saving for a first home deposit is hard, so getting in with a low deposit scheme could be game-changing. Two key options are the federal government’s 5% Deposit Scheme and the new 2% Help to Buy scheme. In essence, the 5% Deposit Scheme allows eligible...
Home Renovation Loans: How to Fund Your 2026 Renovation the Smart Way
Home renovation loans are set to be a major focus in 2026, as more homeowners choose to upgrade their current property instead of facing the high costs of moving. With rising property prices and expenses like stamp duty adding pressure to household budgets, renovating...