Where to look for the bargins
Thanks to the development of the internet as a real estate research tool, it’s become a simple matter to research property sales across the country. Many investors are now looking much further afield than the next street or suburb. [..more]

Debt consolidation needs careful management
You may be simply maxed out on the credit card after the Christmas splurge, things may be more serious and you are looking at bankruptcy – or you may be somewhere between the two. Cheap and accessible credit is a boon to many and a trap to just as many; getting things back on an even keel takes planning, management and commitment to the program. [..more]

Buy now to avoid a $2000 disappointment
If you are planning to take advantage of Federal and state First Home bonuses, you better get a move on, because time is running out. [..more]

Mortgage brokers gain ground with homebuyers
The authoritative Australia-wide 2005 MIAA/BankWest Home Finance Survey has found that a growing proportion of potential homebuyers are likely to use a mortgage broker to help them find the right mortgage deal. [..more]

Steady as she goes - city median house prices stable June
Most of the major capital cities experienced stability in median house prices in the June 2005 quarter, while the smaller capitals have registered small gains, the latest Commonwealth Bank Property Value Guide shows. [..more]