Buying Property
Everything you need to know for each step of your property journey
The unexpected responsibilities that come with being a home owner
Joining the home owner ranks comes with a whole heap of responsibilities. Here are a few you should know about.
Megan Gale and fiance Shaun Hampson snap up popular Daylesford weekender
Model Megan Gale and fiance Shaun Hampson have snapped up one of Daylesford's most stylish holiday homes, describing it as their 'very special happy place'.
How to find a home with good resale value
The most effective way home owners can maximise their resale value is by buying the right property to begin with.
'We were patient': The clever strategy that paid off for home buyer Billie Cody
After a year-long hunt for a home with strong investment credentials, Billie Cody and her partner Mick moved to their new place just as COVID-19 hit.
How to buy a home before it even hits the market
Properties can be available for sale before being advertised, and active buyers can gain a competitive edge by being alerted to properties that aren't yet on the market.
How the Ramsays scored their family home in the middle of a pandemic
Sarah and Mike Ramsay made a dash across the Queensland border just as closures were introduced and were looking to settle in their home town of Brisbane.
What to consider when moving from a house to an apartment
More than 25 per cent of Australians have moved into a smaller dwelling since turning 55, reflecting the growing trend towards a low-maintenance lifestyle.
What family buyers should look for when upsizing
If buying your first home is about compromising to get on the property ladder, upgrading to a larger family home requires a different way of thinking.
'Our happy place': How the Soltanis' bold move secured their family home
There were three interested parties all vying for the keys to the East Lindfield property, so it came down to the best offer with the best contract conditions.
How first-home buyer Ralf scored his dream home
After missing out on plenty of 'perfect' properties, a shift in focus and an encouraging real estate agent helped Ralf secure his first home.