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As Australia’s house prices soften many would say this represents a great time to buy. That obviously depends on what happens next. Australia home values are down further in 2011, as home buyers wait to see what will happen next with mortgage interest rates and home loan exit fees. If you have to buy now, [...]

Anytime is a good time to buy a house that is well priced and what you need to live in, and is affordable, if you intend to live there for more than 5 years. If not its better to rent and invest the savings and housing costs. If you are an investor, there are better places to park your money.

House prices are topping out in most Capital cities as the constant talk of more hikes in mortgage rates, both from the Reserve bank of Australia and major banks saying that their margins are being eroded in the funds market, and they will be moving to preserve then. Housing Affordability dips as house prices lift [...]

Many homeowners are considering moving into the property investment market for the first time as property rental yields rise. Before making any decisions in this area you need to consider your financial position and your financing options and