Property Tips – Things to remember when buying a home at auction
Buying a home at auction can be “daunting and emotional,” says HSBC Australia in its website, but if handled correctly, it can be a rewarding undertaking.
Buying a home at auction can be “daunting and emotional,” says HSBC Australia in its website, but if handled correctly, it can be a rewarding undertaking.
So-called “smart” homes are the latest trend among homeowners, but should investors use them to drive up rental yields?
While Millennials can be seen as frivolous, new research has shown this generation is indeed savvy around money with 54% of young Australians saying they would buy a house or pay off their mortgage if they had an extra $100,000 in the bank.
Because they are delaying the purchase of their first home, more Australians will have a mortgage later in life, according to The Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute.
The data in the 2016 census confirms trends we already know about: the population is growing strongly, fewer people own their homes, more people are renting, and household size is shrinking.
Your Investment Property asked leading reno expert Cherie Barber to answer your questions on renovations. This month Cherie tackles questions on DIY renovations and how to find the best tradies.