The 5-Minute Trick That Could Add Thousands to Your Home Value.

When it comes to selling your home, first impressions aren’t just important — they’re everything. While major renovations can add value, there’s a surprisingly simple and quick trick that can significantly boost your home’s appeal and potentially increase its value by thousands: presentation.

Homes with higher energy ratings could sell for more.

Homes with higher energy ratings could sell for more.

Homes with higher energy ratings could sell for more. Here's how Australian owners could cash in. Everybody wants an energy-efficient home. After all, an energy-efficient home is comfortable to live in, without large energy bills. These can be important factors for prospective home owners or renters. Our review of international research found energy-efficient homes typically fetch a higher price.

Borrowers flock to first week of First Home Loan Deposit Scheme

Borrowers flock to first week of First Home Loan Deposit Scheme

With first-home hopefuls set to face rising prices already in the housing market this year, the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme will offer help to a select number of buyers who may not have the backing of wealthy parents.  The scheme will allow 10,000 first-home buyers to purchase their first home each financial year with as little as a 5 per cent deposit, without incurring lenders mortgage insurance.