First home buyers, existing property owners and property investors take note: Australia's lending environment is in for a shake up. With bad lending practices at the very heart of America's economic meltdown, it's no surprise that legislators in Australia are taking a long, hard look at our own consumer credit laws. read more

Buying a home is a big financial commitment, and one which is far easier when shared with a partner. Many people will buy their first home with a partner or friend to share the burden of saving for the deposit and ongoing mortgage repayments. read more

Making sure your name is on the title to the land is an essential step in purchasing your first property. It sounds simple enough but, for a first-time buyer, 'conveyancing' (the process of transferring the ownership of land from the seller to the purchaser) can be a little confusing. Our Home Sweet Home's conveyancing partner, Mills Oakley Lawyers, sheds some light on this integral part of buying a home. read more