HomeBuilder sparks surge in home loans, new builds and renos

HomeBuilder sparks surge in home loans, new builds and renos

Thousands of families across the country who had been thinking about a new build, or tackling an overdue renovation project, have rolled up their sleeves and committed to it, according to latest ABS data. And to be honest, we’re not overly surprised. The federal...
JobKeeper 2.0 is about to begin: here’s what you need to know

JobKeeper 2.0 is about to begin: here’s what you need to know

Like most sequels, JobKeeper 2.0 won’t be as big a blockbuster as the original. But that’s not to say it won’t help many SMEs navigate the difficult times ahead. Today we’ll cover what you need to know about making the transition for your business. It’s hard to...
The top ten Australian suburbs to buy in post-COVID-19

The top ten Australian suburbs to buy in post-COVID-19

We’re all looking forward to things eventually getting back to normal, or at least the “new normal”. And while it’s not clear exactly what the “new normal” will look like in the property world, there are some promising early signs.  For instance, you might have seen...
Best Aussie suburbs to find a "renovator’s dream"

Best Aussie suburbs to find a "renovator’s dream"

Most of us have at one time dreamed of discovering a hidden little gem and renovating it into the most enviable house on the street. With the $25,000 HomeBuilder grant, those dreams are closer to becoming a reality for many. But where to look? Well, recent...
So, who’s eligible for the $25,000 HomeBuilder scheme?

So, who’s eligible for the $25,000 HomeBuilder scheme?

You might have heard that the federal government will give eligible Australians $25,000 to build or substantially renovate homes as part of the new HomeBuilder scheme. Today we’ll look at who exactly can qualify for the initiative. The $680 million program, which is...