It all comes down to personal circumstance. There’s no perfect time to buy a property and no such thing as being too young or old. 1. Income now and in the future A history of a stable, regular income, with the prospect of the same in the future is a must-have. Without it, the banks…
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1. Change your mindset It might sound airy-fairy but it’s important to come to terms with the fact that it’s not your home anymore. Understandably, some people are very attached to their things and a home they may have lived in for many years, but it’s important to not take it personally when an agent…
For the first time since October 2009, Tasmania has been ranked the best performing state in Australia in its own right, according to Commonwealth Securities’ quarterly State of States report. Three months ago Tasmania shared top spot with Victoria, which is in now second place and risks a further decline in coming months as a…
1. Is it structurally sound? Does it have good bones? That’s the one thing that’s going to save you mega money at the backend. If you’re not confident with checking this yourself, a professional building inspection is a worthy investment. 2. Avoid a bad layout A poorly considered floor plan is an absolute no-no. Older…
HomeBuilder provides eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) with a grant of $25,000 to build a new home or substantially renovate an existing home. HomeBuilder will assist the residential construction market by encouraging the commencement of new home builds and renovations this year. Will you be eligable? Find out more information by following the link…
It’s June and the cold weather is starting to sink its claws in all around the country. While you might be reaching for your coat and bringing your winter woolies to the forefront of your wardrobe, your home also needs some special care. Harsh winds, cold nights and heavy rain can damage both your garden…
Home cooking is back in a very big way thanks to iso. These simple projects will help you transform a tired kitchen into a home cook’s haven. Coronavirus is changing the way we prepare and consume food. Instead of eating out or on the run, we’re cooking at home more – which means we’re spending…
Moving can be one of life’s most stressful events – but a well-considered approach will be your secret weapon to tackling the overwhelming job at hand. It’s all about some careful planning and focusing on reducing what you take with you to lighten the load. Leave behind what you don’t want (or need) and give…
For me, having an edible garden and helping others create their own has taught me so much about why people grow the food they do. Some might be reliving the nostalgia of childhood mulberry memories, others might be growing chilli seeds gifted from a grandparent, or perhaps another has planted native Australian plants to keep…
Owner occupier housing finance commitments were steady in March, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figures. In Tasmania, new loan commitments to owner-occupier first-home buyers made up between one-quarter and one-third of the state’s total loan commitments. Just over 33 per cent of first-time Tasmanian lenders sought finance for a dwelling and about…