Eight hidden costs of buying a home
The pandemic and subsequent economic uncertainty – coupled with record-low interest rates – have created one of the most affordable eras for real estate in this country. Government assistance to the
Tax implications of selling property
The saying that ‘nothing in this world is certain, except death and taxes’, has more than a grain of truth when it comes to selling property in Australia. As a vendor,
What happens at settlement?
For many home-buyers, what happens on settlement day can feel like secret solicitor business. Of course, it’s the day when the deal is truly sealed. You take ownership of your new
The differences between solicitors and conveyancers
Buying a home has many complex aspects that carry substantial liability and are best handled with the advice of a professional. Yet, selecting an adviser can provide its own challenges. When
What’s going on with stamp duty?
Stamp duty not only affects homebuyers but also influences the economy and even how our society is shaped. Recently, the NSW Treasurer, Dominic Perrottet, put forward a proposal in which buyers
7 tips to help choose between selling or renovating
Assessing the benefits of an extensive home renovation against selling your property is always a worthwhile exercise. Selling your home is rarely an easy decision. It will often hold family memories,
9 tasks to take ownership of your new home
It's a wonderful feeling when the real estate agent drops the keys of your new home into your hands. You know the ink is dry on the contract, the weeks or
Breaking down the jargon of ‘under contract’
If you're currently a first-time buyer, or even you've had experience in the real estate market before, you'll have confronted a few examples of legal-sounding jargon that can be confusing. One
