Most Australians need a 20% deposit to avoid paying lender’s mortgage insurance (LMI). The good news as a Doctor is that some lenders only require a 5-10% deposit with no LMI needed.

For the first time in more than 15 years, parliament has passed changes to property depreciation legislation in the Housing Tax Integrity Bill 2017. Here are some key takeaways.

It’s often said that Doctors are more likely to divorce their spouse than switch banks. But with plenty of competition in the home and investment property loan sector, refinancing can be a good move.

Off-the-plan purchases involve putting down a deposit, usually 5-10 percent of the asking price for the unit, with the rest of the price due on completion. Many buyers see off-the-plan purchases as a good bet – let’s unpack why it’s not a sure thing.