So we heard on the radio today that over 70% of Aussies see homeownership for first home buyers as almost impossible nowadays. And it makes sense. Now to be fair, we're not sure if it’s actually home prices that are the issue or stagnant wages. Perhaps a bit of both?...
Suburbs that are cheaper to buy than rent
Sometimes, when you’re a first home buyer, it’s cheaper to buy than rent. In other words, if you were to buy a property in the suburb where you were currently living, the monthly mortgage repayments would be less than your current monthly rent. NAB has identified a series of Melbourne...
Melbourne property prices
Melbourne property prices increased by another 1.3% in July, according to CoreLogic. That latest rise takes the median value to $762,068 – 10.4% higher than the same time last year. However, there are signs the booming market is losing steam with the national monthly growth rate trending lower since March....
First home buyers
First home buyer activity is almost at record levels. Why? Because now is a very good time to be a first home buyer.Interest rates have never been lower. State governments are offering grants and stamp duty concessions. And the federal government has three schemes to help first home buyers: First...