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Building Contracts and what they are all about
So, you’ve found a builder, negotiated on the home you want, and now they’ve offered you a contract to sign. But what does it all mean?
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New 2% deposit loan unlocks property market for more first home buyers
South Australian first home buyers building a home will save thousands with a new 2 per cent deposit home loan available through HomeStart.
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Budgeting for building a home
Building a home can be a cost effective way of getting in to your own place. With realistic expectations and a careful approach to managing your budget, getting a brand new place exactly as you'd like it could be within reach.
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Why one-third of new borrowers are choosing the Shared Equity Option
If you’re considering buying your own home, chances are you’ve heard about shared equity. Whether you’re starting out or starting over, it’s an increasingly popular choice, with about one-third of new borrowers at HomeStart now choosing our Shared Equity Option.
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A home buyer’s guide to taking out home insurance
When you’re budgeting to buy your own home it’s important to consider all the upfront and ongoing costs of home ownership. One cost you mustn’t overlook in the excitement of buying a home is insurance. You will likely have a lot of questions, and this guide can help to steer you in the right direction.
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Where to find a broker and what to ask them
If you’re new to the housing market, chances are you’ve heard of brokers but don’t know a lot about them or how to go about choosing one. We have developed a handy tool for finding a broker close to you – and the top questions to ask them.
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