Is refinancing the right option for you?
How long has it been since you reviewed your mortgage? One year? Two years? Five years? Perhaps you’ve never reviewed it? Take a look at your options and make sure you have the information to make the...
View ArticleTips for paying off the house sooner
Who doesn't want to pay off their home loan as quickly as possible? But it often feels like an uphill battle, with you eating away at what you owe oh-so-slowly over the long haul. These tips can help...
View ArticleNovember rate review
While consistency can be a good thing, there’s no reason to undervalue flexibility when it comes to your home loan. We round up the most competitive home loans on the market. The post November rate...
View ArticleSmall lenders a winner for refinancers
New figures suggest home owners are looking outside the major banks to smaller lenders when it comes to refinancing. The post Small lenders a winner for refinancers by Venessa Paech appeared first on...
View ArticleWhy you shouldn’t pay off your mortgage quickly
Owning a home – it is the great Australian dream. But many people ask the question - is it wise to pay off your mortgage as quickly as possible? Here's 5 reason the answer could be no. The post Why you...
View ArticleHow to: apply for a loan when you’re self-employed
Applying for a loan when you're self-employed or running your own business can seem daunting - especially if your income isn't steady. But with a bit of preparation and commercial focus it's a simple...
View ArticleA guide to property leveraging
One of the greatest benefits to investing is its high leveraging potential. The post A guide to property leveraging by Peter Kouilzos appeared first on The realestate.com.au Blog.
View Article4 budgeting tips for first home buyers
Saving enough for your first home deposit can often appear to be an insurmountable hurdle when you're starting from scratch. The post 4 budgeting tips for first home buyers by Matt Clark for RAMS...
View ArticleThe true cost of buying your first home
Make sure you're fully informed when you set out to buy your first property. It'll ease the stresses of buying and keep you on top of what's happening. The post The true cost of buying your first home...
View ArticleHow to: Calculate your home’s useable equity
Many first-time investors are unaware they can use their home's equity to finance or buy an investment property. This article explains what home equity is and how it can help you as an investor –...
View ArticleHow to: Structure property investment as a company
If you’re researching ways to structure your property investment, have you considered using a company to hold your investment? The post How to: Structure property investment as a company by Mark...
View ArticleFebruary rate review
With the Reserve Bank now stirring the cash rate, Australian lenders are in a race to provide better deals to existing and potential customers. The post February rate review by Michelle Hutchison...
View ArticleMarch rate review
Since the Reserve Bank dropped the cash rate in February, providers have quickly passed on the cuts to their variable rate home loans. The post March rate review by Michelle Hutchison appeared first on...
View ArticleFinancial gift vs. family guarantee
What is the best way to help a child secure their first home loan? Lenders advise against 'gifting funds' in favour of a family equity loan. The post Financial gift vs. family guarantee by Alice...
View ArticleOffset accounts for property investors
If you’re investing in property, it’s important to choose the right home loan. Bankwest's Paul Vivian explains the pros and cons of offset accounts. The post Offset accounts for property investors by...
View ArticleThe right home loan for your lifestyle
Getting the right home loan isn’t just about finding the lowest rate. It’s also important to find the right mix of features and flexibility to match your lifestyle and needs. The post The right home...
View ArticleBridging finance explained
If you're buying & selling at the same time you could be in need of bridging finance. The post Bridging finance explained by Jessica Darnbrough for Mortgage Choice appeared first on The...
View Article5 ways to repay your home loan sooner
Are you looking to pay off your home loan faster? You don't necessarily need to scrimp and save to do it. The post 5 ways to repay your home loan sooner by Deirdre Wroth for Citibank appeared first on...
View ArticleProperty investing jargon explained
As a first time investor, are you confused by all the financial jargon surrounding your property purchase? To help clear things up, we'll be explaining the following terms: cash yield, capital gain,...
View ArticleApril rate review
As the latest Reserve Bank decision keeps the cash rate on hold for another month, lenders also appear to be sweetening the low rate deals with competitively low fees. It’s not only first home buyers...
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