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Pickahouse Blogs

What’s a better strategy to access equity: Take out a line of credit or just top up a loan?

27 Feb 2018
By Richard Khuong

Lines of credit can be very useful; however, you need to be careful regarding an evergreen set-up in which no ..

Sell or buy first?

13 Feb 2018
By Richard Khuong

It’s the ultimate dilemma for any home owner planning to move on to a new property – do I sell ..

Why do you need a property inspection?

30 Jan 2018
By Richard Khuong

Whether you are purchasing a new home or an investment property, you are about to embark on one of the ..

Must-know Australian property predictions for 2018

12 Jan 2018
By Steve Jovcevski

With a new year underway, it’s a good time to take a look at property markets around the country with ..

How to calculate your borrowing power

02 Jan 2018
By Richard Khuong

One of the most important factors in your home ownership journey is the amount of money you can – or ..

Understanding the buying and loan process

26 Dec 2017
By Richard Khuong

Purchasing a new home or an investment property can be a daunting prospect, and you might find it difficult to ..

What happens when your fixed rate expires?

19 Dec 2017
By Richard Khuong

Do you know when your fixed rate term is coming to an end? Once it finishes, the bank is free ..

Top tips for buying and selling property over Christmas

12 Dec 2017
By Steve Jovcevski

Things tend to slow down in the property market over Christmas, which can make it a tricky time to be selling ..

How to maintain a good credit score

05 Dec 2017
By Richard Khuong

When you are applying for a loan, the first thing lenders will do is check your credit score – and ..

Comparing commercial and residential property investment

21 Nov 2017
By Richard Khuong

If you are looking for a sound real estate investment, look beyond the typical two bedroom apartment and consider expanding ..