What to look for when buying a renovated house
A newly renovated home might be considered a dream property purchase, but diligent buyers need to look beyond the fresh paint, sparkling tiles and polished floorboards. Many home owners ensure their properties are renovated to a meticulous standard, but others cut costs or overlook major issues to try to maximise their return when selling. …
Refinance, upgrade or both? What home owners should do while rates are still low
Upgrading to a larger, better-positioned, or more valuable home can allow home owners to take advantage of surging prices, but a booming market can make the move challenging. Upgrading in a rising market could build wealth, provided owners can meet borrowing costs into the future. Photo: Vaida Savickaite While it might be easier to…
How ‘FOMOA’ is driving up house prices – and driving us all crazy
Is there any pursuit that causes you to become so completely unhinged, as insanely competitive and as financially irresponsible as buying a house? Auctions can be equal parts exciting and terrifying. Photo: Peter Rae Gambling on horses might be the only illogical pursuit that comes close, but at least we are encouraged to…