Budgeting Tips
The Recession is starting to hit home - time to sit down and work out a budget to help prioritise your spending.
03
Dec
11
Nov
Double up on your home
Looking outside the square can often bring great rewards. Buying a home with a friend is not something that should be ignored as an option when you live in a major city where the cost of housing exceeds your own personal budget.
28
Oct
Try before you buy, rent-to-buy plans
Try before you buy rent-to-buy plans can ease the way to ownership, says Diana Clement. Rent to buy. We've all seen small signs dotting suburbia offering tenants the opportunity to buy property.
10
Oct
Breaking the budget (beware hidden costs)
Alas, there's more to buying a home than the four walls and big backyard for your retriever. All of which can add up to... one big headache. Factor in these typical expenses and you won't endure any nasty surprises.
03
Oct
So, how much can I borrow?
How long's a piece of string? Seriously, the amount you can borrow from a mortgage provider depends on three things:
