3 Risks First-Time Land Buyers Must Know About

3 Risks First-Time Land Buyers Must Know About

As Queensland property prices remain high, building on a block of land a little out of town is fast becoming a very appealing option for first-time buyers. And, with the first homeowners grant available to those building new structures, constructing your own home has...
3 Conveyancing Questions Every Buyer Always Asks

3 Conveyancing Questions Every Buyer Always Asks

If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, then you’re familiar with how complicated and deadline-driven the process can be. In this blog, we tackle the questions you might be too busy or too embarrassed to ask your conveyancing solicitor. Q: Why does returning your...
3 Ways to Break into the Property Market

3 Ways to Break into the Property Market

With Brisbane’s median house price at $670,000, the thought of housing affordability is an issue that first-time buyers simply cannot ignore. Fortunately, however, there are ways to secure your next home for less than you might imagine (and no, we’re not...
What To Ask Before Buying An Off-The-Plan Home

What To Ask Before Buying An Off-The-Plan Home

There are many reasons you might be tempted to purchase a house before it has been constructed. When you buy “off-the-plan” you generally only need a 10% deposit (instead of the standard 20%), you’ll probably be eligible for the first home owners grant (if you plan to...
Should I Buy a House with My Best Friend?

Should I Buy a House with My Best Friend?

Almost one in five Australians say they would consider buying a house with a friend or family member (according to CoreLogic)! While many of us baulk at the idea of being legally bound to someone other than our spouse, others see this type of an investment as a...