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Moving into an apartment? Here’s how to make the transition easy

Why master-planned communities are winning over investors

Property investment has long been viewed as a secure and smart option for growing your wealth. With potential capital gains, passive income, and overall long-term financial security all on offer, it’s little wonder that around 2.2 million Australians own one or more properties. But with so many...

Small but mighty - why you should be investing in an apartment

While securing a slice of land with your real estate has traditionally been a favoured Australian approach to investing, with the Australian population rapidly on the rise and apartments often offering unbeatable locations and access to amenities and infrastructure, their popularity as a place to...

What is stamp duty and how will it affect your property purchase?

Buying property is filled with a myriad of confusing acronyms and terms you’ve never come across before – and if you’re not careful, some of them can trip you up on your way to your brand new home. Stamp duty is a bit like that; if you’re not clued up on what it is and how it applies to your...

The 4 biggest financial benefits of buying off the plan

From the functional to the aesthetic, some significant benefits come hand in hand with buying a property off the plan. But perhaps the biggest consideration for buyers – whether you’re an investor, first home buyer or empty nester – is how buying off the plan stacks up financially. Here, we look at...

First Home Buyer grants and government schemes to get you in your first home

Are you looking to build or buy your first home? While exciting, it can also be a daunting time for many Australians looking to enter the property market.

Everything you need to know about financing a new build

Whether it’s an apartment, townhouse or house and land package, financing a new build comes with its own set of quirks that differ from buying an established property. It’s crucial to understand these from the onset - that way; you’ll be ready to jump on that opportunity as soon as it becomes...

Why smart investors are choosing off the plan apartments and townhouses

Investing in property has long been viewed as a solid, sensible investment - housing fulfils a basic human need, after all. But not all property investments are created equal. Here, we take a closer look at what makes off the plan townhouses and apartments such a smart option for investors.

Building a first home? 4 essential finance steps

If you’re thinking of making your first home a new build; you could be onto something. There are many reasons why building new makes for a smarter first investment – government incentives are making them more affordable, and you get more say in what your home will look like. But make no mistake,...

Buying a house and land package in Cedar Woods communities

Cedar Woods offers house and land packages in a broad range of locations and communities across Australia. Meet some of our residents who have been on the 'house and land' journey with us and who are now proud owners of new properties in Cedar Woods developments.