Erin Delahunty
Turning an investment property into an Airbnb rental
Opening the doors of your investment property to holiday makers is easy with Airbnb and a great way to raise some cash to help pay the mortgage.
Erin Delahunty21 Dec 2021 | 7 min read
10 best retirement hotspots for your next investment property
We’ve searched the country and come up with ten of the best retirement hotspots for your next property investment in Australia.
Erin Delahunty10 Dec 2021 | 7 min read
AFCA membership renewal process sparks alarm
A new AFCA membership renewal process intended to make it easier for mortgage brokers to meet their obligations has had the opposite effect.
Erin Delahunty26 Nov 2021 | 4 min read
Australian suburbs where house prices have fallen
The latest Domain Property Report highlights postcodes that have seen house prices fall as much as 13% over the 12 months to September.
Erin Delahunty24 Nov 2021 | 4 min read
Buying a property with a SMSF home loan
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) can be used to purchase property, but the rules and regulations can be tricky. Learn about buying property with an SMSF.
Erin Delahunty12 Nov 2021 | 11 min read
26% of Sydney apartments have flaws, says study
Many prospective buyers are taking a good, hard look at high-rise Sydney apartment living with apartment prices rising slower than that of houses in Sydney.
Erin Delahunty12 Nov 2021 | 4 min read
House prices to rise 22% this year, according to Westpac
In a standout year for property sales, the market is on track for an eye-watering 22% house price rise in 2021, according to major lender Westpac.
Erin Delahunty08 Nov 2021 | 4 min read
Property boom puts parents under pressure
With property prices continuing to skyrocket, more and more parents are stumping up the cash so their kids can afford bricks and mortar of their own.
Erin Delahunty28 Oct 2021 | 5 min read
How to bid at an auction
With more and more Australian homes being sold by auction, there’s a growing chance the property you’ve had your eye on will go under the hammer.
Erin Delahunty22 Oct 2021 | 6 min read
Open house etiquette for buyers
How do you make that all-important good first impression at an open house? Here’s your complete guide to good open house etiquette.
Erin Delahunty20 Oct 2021 | 5 min read
Understanding the contract of sale when purchasing a property
Not all of us have a law background, so to save you the stress and confusion, here's everything you need to know before signing your contract of sale.
Erin Delahunty12 Oct 2021 | 5 min read
7 mistakes to avoid when buying your first property
No matter the type of property you're seeking to buy, often knowing how to buy can stop you making mistakes.
Erin Delahunty07 Oct 2021 | 6 min read
A beginner’s guide to property depreciation
Calculating depreciation on an investment property may mean claiming more at tax time. Here's how you could reduce your tax using property depreciation.
Erin Delahunty06 Oct 2021 | 6 min read
Can a pensioner get a home loan?
Age is not a barrier to getting a home loan, there are lenders who will give pensioners a mortgage. Here are some of the home loan options for pensioners.
Erin Delahunty04 Oct 2021 | 6 min read
Future of housing affordability as pandemic prices skyrocket
With Australian house prices skyrocketing during the pandemic, the future of housing affordability is in question across the country.
Erin Delahunty21 Sep 2021 | 4 min read
New median house price records set across the country
The Domain House Price Report showed median house prices continued to accelerate in all capital cities over the June quarter.
Erin Delahunty06 Sep 2021 | 4 min read
Fixed or variable interest rate; Which is right for you?
Have you been going over your home loan rates or wanting to buy a home and wanting to see which fixed or variable rates are right for you?
Erin Delahunty20 Jul 2021 | 9 min read
10 tips to refinance your home loan
With interest rates remaining at record lows, many Australians are looking to take advantage by refinancing their home loan.
Erin Delahunty15 Jul 2021 | 7 min read
Can I use my super to boost my home deposit?
Are you wondering how if you may be able to use your superannuation to boost your home loan deposit? Here is what you need to know!
Erin Delahunty14 Jul 2021 | 9 min read
What is a credit score and how is it calculated?
Don't know what a credit score is, in a funk with your rating or need some tips on how to bump it up? We've answered some frequently asked questions to steer you in the right direction.
Erin Delahunty13 Jul 2021 | 7 min read
Types of home loans and features explained
Choosing the right home loan features can be a daunting process for many Australians as there are hundreds of products available in today's market. However, we are here to help by explaining the key h...
Erin Delahunty02 Jun 2021 | 9 min read
How to avoid auction mistakes
If you’re one of the growing number of people heading to auction, but you’ve never done it before, there are a few pitfalls to avoid.
Erin Delahunty26 May 2021 | 8 min read
Why didn’t the Australian housing market crash?
Despite the doom-and-gloom predicted while Australia was in the throws of the pandemic, the market defied odds and didn't crash. We dissect why.
Erin Delahunty15 Mar 2021 | 7 min read
What is a pre-approval on a home loan?
What is conditional approval, what are the benefits and how do you go about getting it? We give you the lowdown on this stage of your home loan journey.
Erin Delahunty08 Feb 2021 | 9 min read
How do construction loans work?
We've explained what a construction loan is and how payments are deducted so, if you're building a house, you won't lose any sleep over the logistics.
Erin Delahunty01 Feb 2021 | 8 min read
Interest-only home loans: The pros and cons
Have you exhausted all options in trying to budget your home loan? Interest-only home loans can help mortgage holders struggling to meet repayments.
Erin Delahunty14 Sep 2020 | 9 min read
