Property
Why so many new homes in Australia are defective
Australia's poorly regulated construction industry has given rise to an epidemic of defective construction, leaving buyers to pay the price.
Why property investors are getting out now
As more property investors bail out, one in two say they would sell up if negative gearing or capital gains tax breaks were wound back.
Ask Paul: Is there a secret to smashing my mortgage early?
"I'm getting a lot of information about financial advisers who charge a fee to explain how to pay off your home loan within 7-10 years," Sven tells Paul Clitheroe.
What is the Home Guarantee Scheme?
Why are the changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme so significant? Joseph Daoud, mortgage broker and founder of It's Simple Finance, explains.
What the 5% deposit scheme will really cost buyers
The government's fast-tracked Home Guarantee Scheme lets you buy with just a 5% deposit, but stamp duty could sting just as much.
$848,858: Home prices hit new high leading into spring
Property price growth accelerated during August, just as buyers and sellers are gearing up for the busy spring property season.
The top sustainability features buyers want in Aussie homes
Forget composting toilets. In 2025, energy-efficient features in homes are no longer niche but expected. And it's not about aesthetics but performance.
Ask Paul: Is it time to sell our investment properties?
Jim holds two investment properties and a vacant block of land. Should he sell the properties to set up his retirement? And can he minimise capital gains tax?
How to borrow more for a mortgage
With property prices soaring, knowing how to improve your home loan serviceability can be the difference between getting the keys or being shown the door.
Ask Paul: My parents expect me to buy them a house
"My parents deserve a home of their own, but the idea of taking on a big mortgage on my own (because it does feel like I would be on my own) terrifies me," writes Chai Li.
