There's nothing worse than opening your energy bill and finding it's higher than expected.
So it’s time to take charge and look at how you can at how you can cut electricity costs around your home and save more on your electricity bill.
There are plenty of changes - big and small, that can add up to reduce your bills and help you play your part in reducing emissions. Here are our top tips for keeping the energy meter down and putting more money back into your pocket.
Choosing a builder for a new home can be time-consuming, but it’s well worth the effort considering the amount of money involved, because making the right choice for you will directly influence not only the build quality of your home but also your enjoyment of the whole process.
Here’s a few pointers that will help you decide which builder is right for you.
Get back-to-school ready with the School Student Broadband Initiative.
There’s no doubt that children who can access online learning at home as part of their education are more likely to engage in classroom activities. And now, thanks to the School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI), they can.
Whether you’re a first home buyer, upgrading, downsizing or looking to refinance your existing mortgage, if you’re looking for a home loan, a mortgage broker can help you sort through the many options on offer from different lenders. Mortgage broking is a service that can give you information upfront, help steer you in the right direction and set you up for long-term success.
And in the current interest rate environment, knowing the right broker and the right questions are more important than ever.
Buying your first home is one of the most exciting times in your life. But equally, working out how to finance it can be quite daunting and challenging. So we’ve put together a general checklist of information to help you to navigate your savings journey – and hopefully make the process as seamless as possible.
Identify your Budget.
The first thing you need to do is determine is how much you can borrow.
Looking to build your first home? It's beneficial to know what Governement incentives to take advantage of as it will save you money!
You could be eligible to receive the Victorian Government First Home Owner Grant, which gives successful applicants a $10,000^ financial grant to put towards the cost of building their new home.
When it seems everyone around you is talking house prices, how do you know what your home is worth? If it’s been a while since you bought, it can be difficult to keep up to date with your property’s value. So, how can you work it out?
Ask an agent for an appraisal. Most agents will be happy to oblige, and you might be pleasantly surprised by how much it is worth in today’s market.
As you begin to consider appliances when building your new home, or if you are considering updated appliances for your current home, it’s always beneficial to understand what to consider when looking at energy efficient appliances.
Did you know that food waste costs the Australian economy around $36.6 billion each year? Over 50% of this derives from households, with an average household throwing away $2,000 – $2,500 worth of food each year.
But just a few simple changes can make a big difference!
