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Your say: are you hanging for a rate cut?

Economists believe a 25 basis-point cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is guaranteed next month, while the prospect of a 50 basis-point cut is becoming more likely as data suggests the economy is slowing quickly.

Get the house you want at auction

With many properties going to auction, particularly in Melbourne, many first-time buyers have no alternative but to line up to buy under the hammer.

Reserve Bank holds rates, flags cuts

The Reserve Bank left interest rates on hold at 7.25 percent yesterday, but economists believe there may be two rate cuts coming this year.

Buying property overseas without getting ripped off

Buying overseas property can be a minefield — most people need independent help to be successful. But how do you find consultants you can trust? And how much should it cost?

Help for homeowners doing it tough

The cost of buying or renting a place to live has risen so much that more and more people are struggling to find affordable accommodation where they want to live and work.

How to buy property overseas

It's not hard to fall in love with an exotic location when you'e on holiday. I must confess my weakness is Paris and there have been times I've been tempted to buy an apartment in the city of light so I could spend more time there

How to win at property auctions

How do you stop yourself from paying over the odds when you are trying to buy your dream home at auction.

Reserve Bank leaves door open on rates

The Reserve Bank has not ruled out further interest rate rises and economists believe a rate hike in August is a possibility.

Getting over first-time buying fears

There are definitely some traps first-time home buyers need to be aware of in order to avoid them.

First time buyers: build or buy in Queensland?

You do not have to buy an established home to be eligible for the first home owners grant — you can buy land and build a new home and still get the grant.

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