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Evolving role of the Bank of Mum and Dad

Property, Reflection / March 9, 2024
Buying an affordable house in Australia is becoming increasingly difficult, and we have noticed more parents are helping their kids get into their own first homes. If you are in the fortunate position to help your children out and you are planning to do so, there are certain implications that you need to think about before proceeding.

When Mum and Dad are Bankers As Well

Debt Management, Family home, Intergenerational Financial Planning, Property, Reflection / November 8, 2023
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.

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