We all wait patiently every month to see what the Reserve Board will do with rates and the media goes into a frenzy with news about what any movement up or down will mean. Well in this week’s show Jane Slack-Smith thinks is about time...
Earlier this week we talked with Samantha Powers. Samantha entered into a building agreement naively assuming the contract was fair and that she would be protected. She was wrong. In today's show she gives are more tips on selecting a good builder. Transcript: Kevin: Getting back to our...
What are some of the best ways to be a good negotiator? In today's show we talk with Josh Masters, from BuySide.com.au, a man who negotiates all the time. Transcript: Kevin: An old saying that I love to reflect on from time to time is that you’ll make money...
In his recent column in Switzer, John McGrath discusses mortgage refinancing, the potential benefits and possible pitfalls. Here’s what he had to say: So far this year, 34.3% of new home loans issued nationally* are for refinancing borrowers, most of whom are either switching to another lender for...
In today's show Mark Armstrong, from RateMyAgent.com.au, gives us a few tips for new property investors, people who are wanting to get into this market and not missing out on it while it’s going so well. Kevin talks to Mark about strategy. Transcript: Kevin: There is a new website I want to...
Some people say that you can actually buy property sight unseen. Of course, with things like the Internet, it’s made it very, very easy for us to get a lot of information right at our feet, so we can actually do as much due diligence...
Many owners planning on renovating or building a new home are new to the entire building and contractual process. Today we talk to someone who entered into a building agreement naively assuming the contract was fair and that she would be protected. She was wrong....
"I think the biggest mistake for first-home buyers is they are gathering their information; it takes them so long to get their heads around it. I understand it, because it’s daunting having such a big mortgage and these days you’re spending $500,000 at least just...
In today’s show we get some first time buyers mistakes from Chris Gray and buyer negotiatiomn tips from Josh Masters. Also Michael Yardney explains why he thinks buying a property sight unseen is a recipe for disaster and then Kevin talks to Mark Armstrong about strategy. Bryce Holdaway...