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Home is More Than Just a Place to Live, It’s a Smart Investment

Owning your home in Australia isn't just about comfort, it’s also a smart financial move. The property market down under is thriving, thanks to solid demand, with data confirming strong growth trends. Homeownership comes with financial perks like Capital Gains Tax exemption on your primary residence and a slew of government incentives designed to make buying a home more achievable. These include grants for first-home buyers and stamp duty concessions, all aimed at easing the financial burden of entering the housing market. So if you’re thinking about buying, know that it’s not only a place to live but a solid investment that could pay off big time in the long run.

Talk About Perfect Timing!

Sometimes life’s timing is perfect. We have written before about the best way to use an inheritance. Last Sunday, we came across an almost ideal scenario for when a young couple could receive an inheritance. Here are some of the best ways this couple could respond. It’s food for thought for any younger person.

When Mum and Dad are Bankers As Well

Recent estimates claim that the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ is Australia’s ninth largest lender. Given the state of house prices, this comes as no surprise. Most parents want to help their kids, especially with something as important as buying a home. But it is important that things be done correctly. There is such a thing as ‘the wrong way to help’ when it comes to one generation trying to help another.

More on Budget 2023

Last week we looked at the recent Budget’s ‘big picture’ – the unexpected surplus of $4 billion. This week, we take a closer look at some of the specific announcements. There were no really ‘big’ announcements (other than the surplus); rather there were a suite of smaller changes.

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