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Co-buying a home: Is a joint mortgage right for you?
Posted by Mark Attard
on 19 December 2025
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In today’s competitive property market, more first-home buyers are teaming up with friends or family to purchase property. Recent NAB research shows joint mortgages have surged by over 33% in just one year, with the biggest increases in Victoria, South Australia, and NSW.If you’re considering co-buying, FinancePath can help you assess whether this option suits your personal and financial circumstances and guide you through the process with expert advice.BOOK NOWPros of co-buying a home1) ...
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Case study: How co-buying helped Chris begin his property investment journey.
Posted by Mark Attard
on 5 December 2025
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BackgroundChris, a long-term FinancePath client of over 15 years, first approached us at age 28. At the time, Chris had a reasonably good-paying job early in his career but only $10,000 in savings. Renting in inner-city Melbourne and travelling overseas meant saving for a deposit felt impossible — especially 15 years ago when government support for first-home buyers was limited.“I realised that I probably needed to start to plan for the future.”The ChallengeThe biggest hurdle was raisin...
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What is Co-ownership?
Posted by Chris Collard
on 30 August 2024
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In today's Australian property market, skyrocketing prices and tightening lending criteria have made homeownership feel like a distant dream for many. But what if you didn't have to go it alone? Co-ownership, an emerging trend in the real estate world, offers a solution that can make buying property more attainable, especially for first-time buyers.If you're considering co-ownership or simply want to explore your options further, book an appointment with FinancePath today. BOOK NOWWhat is C...
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