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Buying a new home
Buying a house before selling yours
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Buying a house before selling yours

Thinking of buying a new home before selling your current house? But what about buying first and selling second? When making the decision to buy or sell first, here are a few key factors to consider. 

30 Apr 2026

Owner-occupied vs investment property
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Owner-occupied vs investment loans

What's the difference between an owner-occupied home loan vs investment loan? If you're considering taking out an investment loan for a second property, start here.

20 Mar 2026

Important numbers to check when applying for a home loan
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Important numbers to check when applying for a home loan

Here are the main ‘numbers’ you should stick in your mind before and after you apply for a home loan, such as the interest rate, loan term and your loan’s LVR.

17 Mar 2026

Most Affordable Suburbs in Australia
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Most Affordable Suburbs in Australia

If you’re looking for a more affordable home, you need to know where to start your search. Real estate is a highly localised market, which means similar properties can cost drastically different depending on the suburb. Knowing where to buy a home is important for those who prioritise affordability.

06 Mar 2026

Buying or Renting a House: Which is better?
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Buying a house or renting which is better?

While not everyone can afford to enter the housing market, there are those who have a choice: Do I continue to rent, or do I buy a property of my own?

19 Feb 2026

What is the average house price in Australia?
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Average House Prices in Australia

The steadily growing house prices can be attributed to several factors including inflation, population growth, supply and demand, interest rates, and tax policies, to name a few.

26 Jan 2026

How to make an offer on a house
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How to make an offer on a house

Making an offer on a house is the first step to getting the ball rolling in the home buying process, and doing it right can help you succeed in doing so. If you’ve found your dream home and are ready to buy, here’s a few tips on putting an offer down.

31 Oct 2025

Buying a townhouse
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Buying a townhouse pros and cons

Townhouses can be an affordable option for buyers who want the benefits of a house but don't want to live in an apartment.

12 Sep 2025

Guide to Buying a Second Property
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Guide to Buying a Second Property

The time has finally come. After scraping together all of your savings to buy your first home, you’re now in a position to sell up and get the next one.

04 Sep 2025

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Borrowing Power Calculator

Calculate in just a few minutes how much you can borrow for a home by entering your income and expenses in to the loans.com.au Borrowing Capacity calculator.

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Borrowing Power Calculator

Calculate in just a few minutes how much you can borrow for a home by entering your income and expenses in to the loans.com.au Borrowing Capacity calculator.

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Borrowing Power Calculator

Calculate in just a few minutes how much you can borrow for a home by entering your income and expenses in to the loans.com.au Borrowing Capacity calculator.

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EALSP Calculator

The loans.com.au extra and lump sum payment calculator helps you see how much you could potentially save by making extra repayments or a one-off lump sum payment.

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EALSP Calculator

The loans.com.au extra and lump sum payment calculator helps you see how much you could potentially save by making extra repayments or a one-off lump sum payment.

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EALSP Calculator

The loans.com.au extra and lump sum payment calculator helps you see how much you could potentially save by making extra repayments or a one-off lump sum payment.

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First Home Buyers & Owners Grant Calculator

Find out if you qualify for a First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) with the loans.com.au FHOG calculator.

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Home equity calculator

Use our equity calculator below to estimate how much equity you are able to access.

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Home loan calculator

Our home loan calculator helps you estimate what your mortgage repayments could be. Our calculator allows you to choose repayment frequency, loan term, extra repayments and more.

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