Property
Ask Paul: Should we keep our old house as an investment property?
Reader Paul is about to build a new house. Should he and his wife sell their townhouse to become debt-free or hang onto it as an investment property?
What the Federal Budget means for property investors
The recent Federal Budget included important changes designed to support the property market, so what opportunities are out there for investors?
There’s a pandemic – is spring still the best time to sell property?
There is a long-held maxim in the property market to "sell in spring". But is it true, and does it apply during this year's pandemic?
Ask Paul: Is now a good time to fix my interest rate?
Paul Clitheroe has argued for nearly 40 years against Aussies fixing their home loan rates, but how much lower can they go?
The pros and cons of investing in defence housing
Long-term leases and reliable rental income versus high property management fees and low capital growth. These are just some of the pros and cons of defence housing.
Why granny flats could soon mean a huge tax break
Some of Australia's most vulnerable have been given a leg-up this Budget with capital gains tax set to be scrapped for granny flats.
RBA holds cash rate 0.25% ahead of tonight’s Federal Budget
Prospective mortgage holders, those with variable loans or those looking to refinance have been denied further relief from the RBA.
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme extended for 10,000 Aussies
Ten thousand Aussies will be one step closer to buying their first home after the government extended the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.
Ask Paul: We paid off the mortgage but we’re scared to close the account
Maureen and her husband have paid off the mortgage but haven't discharged the $300,000 loan in case their kids need help.
Let them have pets: Why landlords shouldn’t be so ruff on good tenants
An investment property without a tenant is virtually worthless, so why can't a tenant put have a pet? Or put up artwork? It's time for landlords to be flexible.
