If you’ve been following the property news lately, it’s easy to feel uneasy. Headlines are dominated by slowing markets, declining buyer confidence, affordability concerns and predictions of further price falls. While there is certainly some truth behind...
From 1 July 2026, significant changes to Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) laws will come into effect, impacting buyers’ agents, real estate agents, conveyancers, lawyers and a range of other professional service...
On 12 May 2026, the Federal Government handed down the 2026–27 Budget, introducing a number of proposed reforms and initiatives that could significantly influence the property market in the years ahead. From changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax through to...
When the Federal Government expanded the First Home Buyer 5% Deposit Scheme on 1 October 2025, it opened the door for more Australians to enter the housing market with just a small deposit, removed income limits and placement caps, and increased property price...
Buying your first home is a huge milestone, one worth celebrating. But it can also come with a few unexpected costs if you’re not fully prepared. Many first home buyers focus only on saving for their deposit, without realising there are several other expenses that...
The Home Guarantee Scheme (First Home Guarantee) is a nationwide government program to help first home buyers get into the market with a smaller down payment, specifically allowing a 5% deposit without having to pay Lenders’ Mortgage Insurance (LMI), because the...
