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In order to assist first home buyers in cracking the property market, in the 2017–18 Federal Budget the Australian government introduced the The First Home Super Saver (FHSS) scheme.

To find out how to avoid over-committing to a huge mortgage, we’ve sourced tips from someone who’s served time on the other side of the fence – in some of Australia’s biggest banks.

Can’t be bothered switching? Think it’s too soon to refinance? Delve a little deeper and you’ll realise the potential savings are enormous, writes Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon.

Have you thought about how prepared you are if the economy takes a downward swing? With these tips, you can help recession-proof your home and ensure changing economic fortunes don’t cause problems.

Ask any homeowner how long it took them to fill out their home loan or refinancing applications and, chances are, you’ll get an exasperated "12 hours" as a response – even when the reality is more like two hours.

If you’re paying off more than the minimum repayments on your home loan, you may actually incur break costs fees from your bank. Here’s our guide to understanding and – ideally – minimising what you might need to pay with our break cost calculator.

Australians often call on mortgage brokers to help navigate the complexities of finding the right home loan. As an online mortgage broker, UNO helps buyers and refinancers find the best home loan for their situation. Here are six questions you should ask your mortgage broker so they can find the right deal for you.

Taking out a loan to cover the construction costs of your home can be very complex. There are a few important things you should sort out before applying for a loan.

In these unprecedented times, landlords are facing big changes in the market and many have seen an impact not only on the value of their property, but also on their rental income.

Choosing the right builder can be the difference between a successful renovation and a failed one. Click to see what advice Adam Hobill has for renovators.

Living overseas can make getting a home loan more difficult. But all is not lost for expats. Many lenders offer loans to expats as long as they meet certain criteria.

In the market for a new home? You probably feel as though you could use all the help you can get. Find out what the best real estate apps are.

Record numbers of Australian homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages to take advantage of steep drops in interest rates over the past few months. In May, a record 21,000 Australian homeowners refinanced $10 billion worth of home loans by moving to different lenders.

Despite battling some serious health issues, Tracy Bell paid off her mortgage with sacrifice, patience and some careful planning. She shares her story with Donna Webeck.

As a first home buyer, you might not be able to get out to open homes and auctions at the moment, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be doing all you can to preserve the home deposit you’ve worked so hard to save.

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The search for that perfect piece of real-estate can be exciting – but also insanely stressful. Even before you start house hunting, there are multiple things to consider.

Many people don’t think of their homes as an opportunity to make money: they’re satisfied paying off their loans and living in the property. But what happens if you do want to take on a tenant?

Run down and unloved properties aren't always appealing; but these renovation specials can offer great value. Click and learn how to spot the hidden gems.