What is the First Homeowner Grant (FHOG)? The First Homeowner Grant (FHOG) is a one-time payment aimed at incentivizing and supporting first-time homebuyers in their pursuit of buying or building a new house as their primary residence. This grant typically amounts to $10,000, or the lesser of the purchase price or construction cost of the dwelling. Each eligible transaction […]
New State Taxes
State Taxation Acts Amendment Act 2023 The majority of Australian States and Territories have now delivered their budgets for 2023–24, including Victoria. The Act introduces policies outlined in the Victorian Budget for 2023–24, such as: A new duty exemption for a transfer of land from an immediate family member to a person with a disability. […]
What is Cooling Off?
How to cancel a contract of sale for the purchase of property using the cooling off process.
TIPS FOR NEW HOME BUYERS
Buying a property can be such a joyous occasion in one’s life. Therefore, you want the transaction to go smoothly, and as much as possible, problem-free. Here are some of the tips we can give you as you venture out in buying new assets: Consider using a buyer’s advocate who specializes in searching, evaluating, and negotiating the purchase of a […]
The Difference Between Tenants in Common and Joint Proprietors
[videopress oB1TXjNy] Types of Property Ownership Joint Proprietors Each of the Joint Tenant(s) own the whole of the property together. In the event of death of any of the Joint Tenant(s), the deceased’s share will automatically transfer to the surviving proprietor. Regardless of what is in the Will of the deceased. Tenants in Common If you purchase as Tenants in […]
Legal Ways to Save in Today’s Uncertain Property Market.
How to save in today’s uncertain property market.
Helping your kids buy their first home: Beware of the Mortgage Guarantee
It is a well-known fact that it is becoming increasingly difficult for the younger generation to buy their first home. Property prices are just so high. For property owners, this is great news, but the government has made attempts to slow the rate of growth in the property market in an attempt to increase accessibility to the housing market.