Laine Gordon

The pros and cons of servicing your own vehicle

Paying off a car loan can chew through your salary. So should you start servicing your vehicle yourself or leave it to the experts?

The risks of a smaller home deposit

Australians are taking out home loans, often with limited deposits. But this means they're paying for Lenders Mortgage Insurance, while sellers are also putting themselves at risk.

New home trend: Micro apartments

Using a home loan calculator is just the first step to buying property. What if your lender denies you a loan, because your desired dwelling is too small?

Australia leads the world in property sustainability

Those securing home loans in Australia should know they could be buying some of the most sustainable real estate in the world

How to sort out issues with your landlord

Are you having trouble with your landlord? Don't let gripes turn into a costly exercise, affecting your savings account. Here are ways to resolve issues

Why spring brings out the home buyers

Do you have a home loan? If you're thinking about refinancing in order to buy or are looking to sell, it pays to understand why buyers come out in spring.

First home buyer numbers diminish - record lows!

The number of first-time buyers taking out mortgages has dipped, but why?

Property exaggerations infuriate home buyers

Are you tossing up between investment funds and rental properties? Many Australians are feeling confident about buying real estate, but there are a few peeves.

How to handle a bad tenant in your investment property

Are you planning for retirement and buying a SMSF rental property? Here's what to do if you get a troublesome tenant - understand your state's tenancy laws!

How to cut costs on essentials

Ditch the reliance on the credit card and cut down on costs with these tips. It pays to ditch the big-name brands at the supermarket.