Laine Gordon

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!

It's time to spring clean your finances

Start putting money into a high-interest savings account, review your credit card statements and consider your tax when spring cleaning your finances.

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.

Renting vs. buying: the costs and fees

When tossing up whether to take out a home loan or stay in the renting game, there are a number of factors to ponder. Which option is cheaper?

Australians own the biggest houses in the world

How big are Australia's houses? According to one industry commentator, they're the biggest in the world! But are they getting smaller?

What insurance do I need?

You might take a careful approach to everyday living, but it's a wise move to have insurance. The unexpected can happen - often at a financially inconvenient time - so whether it's your health, home or vehicle, it's a smart move to have cover for life's troublesome moments.

Should first home buyers access their super for a new home?

While cutting down on everyday spending can make saving up for a home deposit easier, it's easy to wonder if there's a better solution as house prices climb. For instance, should first home buyers tap into their super savings in order to get their foot on the real estate ladder?