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Queensland First Home Buyer Grants and Schemes, 2026: The Complete Guide

The Reserve Bank met on 11 August and left the cash rate on hold at 4.35%, in line with market expectations. It's the outcome most economists had pencilled in, but it doesn't change the underlying pre...

RBA holds at 4.35%, what it means for your new home

New research from HomeLoanRates.com.au, analysis of the latest ABS Consumer Price Index data conducted by Primara Research, reveals the cost of building a new home rose 5.8% in the year to June 2026, ...

New home build costs climb 5.8%, the fastest in almost three years, as rate rises squeeze the supply pipeline

“New home sales in the month of April increased by 4.9 per cent despite rising interest rates and domestic and global uncertainty,” stated HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon. The HIA New Home Sales repor...

Confidence in new housing market remains

For many Australians, property investment can feel out of reach. It is often seen as something that requires years of saving, complex calculations, or specialist market knowledge. In practice, a well-...

How strategic property investment can help you grow wealth and buy the home you truly want

Financing a new home build works differently from purchasing an established property. Instead of a single loan settlement, construction projects usually involve staged payments, land purchases and len...

A buyer’s guide to financing a new home build

Rising land values and limited housing supply in established suburbs are forcing many buyers to reconsider how they secure a new home. Instead of choosing between renovating an ageing property or relo...

Knockdown rebuild or buying new: which path suits today’s home buyers?

The promise of building new is flexibility. Floorplans look adaptable, façades come in multiple styles, and display homes are presented as a starting point rather than a fixed template. But once you m...

Customising Your Plan: What builders will (and won’t) let you change before construction starts

Electric vehicle uptake is no longer a fringe consideration for homebuyers. For many, the question isn’t whether they’ll own an EV, but whether their next home will support one properly. In new estate...

EV Readiness: What it really takes to install a fast charger in a new home or apartment

One of the most common reasons that people blow their budget when building their dream house is not reading their contract thoroughly, or not completely understanding exactly what all the fine print m...

How to Avoid Budget Blowouts When Building Your Home

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a hugely significant impact on all industries. The building and construction industry has, in particular, been severely affected. In May, the Australia Bureau of S...

HomeBuilder Grant Boosts New Home Sales by a Whopping 77%

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If you&rsquo;re a first-time home buyer and are taking out your first house and contents insurance policy, then there are certain things that you should keep in mind to ensure that you choose a...

First Home Buyers: What to Consider When Purchasing House and Contents Insurance

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On 4 June 2020, the Federal Government announced the HomeBuilder scheme. HomeBuilder is a limited-time grant program that intends to boost the building and construction industry, which has been...

HomeBuilder Grant Clarifications & Update

As of 1 July 2020, many first time home buyers in Australia will be able to break into the property market with a reduced deposit thanks to the second intake of the Government&rsquo;s First Home Buyer...

Only have 5% deposit? You might be eligibile for the Government's second intake of the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme

Due to COVID-19 restrictions easing, most display homes are now open across Australia. Limits still apply to the number of people allowed to visit at one time, most states across Australia have a 10 p...

Display Homes Open: COVID-19 Restrictions easing

Sloping blocks of land can be attractive for several reasons: they often allow for incredible views and are often located in less built-up areas. However, there are some things you should keep in mind...

5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Sloping Block of Land

If you are a long-time homeowner and have not updated your house and contents insurance in many years, it is likely that you are currently under-insured. This is because the value of your property may...

How to Ensure Your House and Contents Insurance Gives You Adequate Protection

As winter approaches, now is a good time to think about insulating your home. Not only will insulation help to increase the comfort of your home by regulating its temperature, it can save you money by...

What is the Best Way to Insulate a House?

On Friday 29 May, the 2020 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards named their 21 winners from across the country. To cater for the current restrictions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the awards were...

2020 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Award Winners Announced

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