RBA July Rate Decision
Earlier this afternoon the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board decided to leave the cash rate on hold, at 1.75%. The RBA noted in their press release that “inflation has been quiet low” & ” this is expected to remain the…
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Election 2016: Where are we at in 60 seconds
Who has won? Neither major party has declared victory or defeat yet. Who is likely to win power? It is hard to tell. So far the Coalition has received 4,929,311 votes (50.04%) and the Labor party has received 4,921,187 votes (49.96%)…
Help Us Help You
Our website, which covers the entire journey for first home buyers, is only 7 months old. Yet it is already time for a revamp, with a fresh new look. We have helped many aspiring first home buyers better save for and…
Are NSW first home buyers set to move north?
Other then federal election time (by the way, don’t forget to vote this Saturday!), right now is also budget time for our State governments. Housing affordability is an Australian wide issue and some States have responded with announcements to increase…
FHBA aims to raise awareness on the issue of housing affordability
While you could be forgiven for thinking this year’s federal election campaign period is boringly long, the fact is housing affordability issue is a serious issue and we need the support of our community (clients, VIP club members and social…
Where Can I Find Quality Data in a Hurry?
First home buyers often have to buy their first home in a different area to the area they grew up in. Usually due to affordability reasons. Yet many first home buyers know very little about the areas they are considering moving…
Real estate agents show their true colours
Earlier this year the Labor party announced tax reform they will implement should they win the election on July 2. The two main points of the proposed tax reform are: Limit negative gearing to new housing from 1 July 2017…
NT launches new measure to help first home buyers
The Northern Territory Government this week announced first home buyers will be able to receive up to a $10,000 exemption in their Stamp Duty costs when buying an established home to live in. Called the First Home Owner Discount (FHOD), eligible…
Guide to Renting for your first time
The rental market can be tough and uncompromising at times, particularly if there are is a lot of demand in the area of your desire. If you have decided to make the move from your family home into your first…
Let FHBA Connect help you move into your beautiful First Home
Moving home can be an absolute nightmare for most people, whether you are renting or buying. The amount of organising that needs to be done often leads people to feel lost and unsure where to start. This is why FHBA…