Almost seventy percent of respondents to this eZonomics poll said they would rather live close to family rather than have a short commute (20 percent). Eleven percent said they couldn’t choose between the two options.

You’re ready to buy your first home. You’re officially excited. But there are many important things to consider before you "sign on the dotted line" and buy.

It’s the property decision we all have to make and there’s no single answer that’s right for everyone. Is it better to rent or buy?

Almost a third of eZonomics poll respondents had financial help when buying their home, with the vast majority getting it at the time of the purchase rather than when making repayments.