Finance Tips and Insights - Smart Property Investment

Property investment is often regarded as a game of finance. Here’s how you can best understand the financing options and strategies to suit your portfolio.

Finance • 06 May 2024

NSW property commissioner breaks silence on Netstrata

The state has launched an independent review into Netstrata’s practices following allegations the firm was charging excessive fees and taking kickbacks.

Finance • 03 May 2024

National home prices hit new record in April

Higher interest rates haven’t dented property prices, which hit their peak nationally in April 2024, according to new data.

Finance • 02 May 2024

The builder stepping in to save Aussies’ new home dreams

Lucas Patterson started his building company intending to create bespoke homes, but his plans changed when he realised how many hopeful new home owners were in need of...

Finance • 30 Apr 2024

Want a home loan? Avoid these 5 red flags

When it comes to getting your first home loan, here are the warning signs that lenders and mortgage brokers are looking out for.

Finance • 29 Apr 2024

Is the latest inflation data cause for investor concern?

A higher than expected rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) during the March quarter was not what Australians were hoping to see.

Finance • 25 Apr 2024

Property investing with as little as $5k: New pooled mortgages fund launches

A Queensland-based unlisted managed investment firm is launching a new pooled mortgages fund, offering the chance to invest across Queensland and Victorian markets.

Finance • 23 Apr 2024

FHB activity likely to ‘weaken further’: ANZ/CoreLogic

Challenges concerning mortgage serviceability, housing affordability, and hurdles to saving a deposit could dampen first home buyer (FHB) activity this year, according...

Finance • 18 Apr 2024

New report shows financial woes among younger prospective buyers

Younger Gen Zs and Millennials lack confidence in their financial knowledge and are largely relying on family for advice and financial help.

Finance • 08 Apr 2024

South Australians set to save on development applications

The new fee system will make it cheaper for the majority of South Australians to lodge development applications.

Finance • 28 Mar 2024

Mortgage stress at record high: Roy Morgan

Mortgage stress rose to a new record high in February despite the central bank leaving the rates unchanged at its February meeting, according to fresh data.