Ask the CEO

HomeStart CEO John Oliver talks about all things home ownership in a series titled Ask the CEO. You can find out more about John by reading his bio.

Think you can’t afford to buy? Start thinking positive. (October 2011)

If you think that home ownership is out of reach, think again. At HomeStart, we help people get started in a home of their own – many of whom can’t get a loan with a mainstream lender. Read more...

Start smart and avoid disappointment (September 2011)

Thinking about getting a home loan? While it’s great to get excited about home ownership, it’s important to be well informed. Here are three things that take people by surprise when they start their home ownership journey. Read more...

The hidden cost of home ownership (August 2011)

Buying a home is an exciting time, and a great start toward your future wellbeing. However, it’s important to be aware that you’ve also made a long term financial commitment which requires careful management to make sure you stay on track. Here are some questions to ask. Read more...

Are you ready to buy? (July 2011)

With experts claiming the return of a ‘buyer’s market’, many people are asking themselves – is now the time to buy a home? Read more...

Save and start sooner (June 2011)

If you saved the money you’d usually spend on a coffee and muffin at work, in a year you’d have $2,600 to put toward your own home. Read more...

Smart steps to managing debt (March 2011)

Knowing you could manage increased repayments is an important way to prepare for the future. Read more...

Help your children become home owners (February 2011)

Why not charge them board at around the same level as what they’d repay on an average unit for a set amount of time? Read more...

Getting started in the market (January 2011)

Some financial institutions can accept a good rental history as proof that you have the capacity to make regular loan repayments. Read more...

The value of research (December 2010)

When people understand the make-up of their home loan, they will be better placed to continue managing their loan or perhaps find a better deal. Read more...

Why you should still buy (October 2010)

The great Aussie dream of home ownership gives us a sense of stability and security that we are accumulating wealth with an asset that is likely to increase in value over time. Read more...

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