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Open home checklist — what potential buyers should look for when inspecting a property
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Receipt apps and how they can help you at tax time
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Deciphering the home loan jargon
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Can you buy a rental property without a deposit?
Property is one of Australia’s best-loved investments, with the potential to deliver…
Home loan affordability: everything you need to know
In a recent study, over 1,100* Aussies were asked what they are…
Understanding what factors into a neighbourhood’s value
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Is a house and land package better value than land alone?
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5 Tips for savings towards a house deposit
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5 easy ways to cut down your monthly living costs
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What is positive and negative gearing?
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Your home in 2021 – love, list or buy?
Every year, we have a chance to reflect on the year and…
8 things to consider when buying off-the-plan
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7 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Help You Buy a Home in 2021
Are you hoping to buy a property in 2021? Here are seven…
Ready to upgrade to your next home?
Handy tips when you’re ready to make your next property move and…
5 mind tricks that can bring you amazing money luck
Shift your money mindset and watch your fortune grow. Let’s face it—money can…
5 Tips on becoming a homeowner (with less than 10% deposit)
It’s the million-dollar question for all aspiring homeowners. How do you buy…
Why now is a good time to review your home loan
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Is now the time to invest in property?
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The 6 best ways to declutter your home
Just about every household has more stuff lying around than is ideal,…
Can you have a chic kitchen and kids at the same time?
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How to choose between a fixed or variable home loan
Choosing between a fixed or variable rate home loan is a common…
Ways to pay off your home loan faster
Small changes now can mean big differences later to how much of…
Reserve Bank Interest Rate update November 2020
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has reduced the official cash rate…
You don’t have to pay for lender’s mortgage insurance upfront
Lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) premiums are payable in two ways, an upfront…
How beginner property investors can overcome their biggest fear
There are a number of reasons why a person may want to…
Should I buy before I’ve sold my home?
When you’ve found “the one” for the second time, knowing whether to…
Is a basic approval in principle different from a full pre-approval?
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The five things every First-Home Buyer Googles
We answer five of the most popular questions every prospective buyer Googles…
Australian property market: Homeowners to benefit from low interest rates for next three years
It’s the silver lining to the COVID-19 recession for those lucky enough…
Why a “specialist” home loan may be a good option for you
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Securing a 98% Home Loan
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Reserve Bank Interest Rate update September 2020
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will keep interest rates on hold…
How to assess and tackle your finances
We know it’s been said before, but it has truly been a…
5 steps to building your first home
You might decide that rather than buying an established property as your…
4 smart home loan refinancing strategies
Refinancing is replacing your existing home loan with a new one over…
5 simple steps to financial independence
Financial independence. If you ask 100 different people you’ll probably get 100…
What Will the New Financial Year Look Like for Property Markets?
If ever there was a need for a case study about property…
First-home buyer enquiry surges as buyers navigate the COVID-19 market
Australia’s real estate industry has been put to the test in 2020,…
Why is home loan refinancing on the rise?
Early July data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows the…
Reserve Bank Interest Rate update July 2020
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will keep interest rates on hold…
How much is your old home loan really costing you?
Like another A Star is Born remake, sometimes it’s good to boot…
How to stay on track with your financial plan
Now you’ve got a plan in place, it’s time to stick to…
A quick guide to debt consolidation through refinancing
Refinancing multiple debts into your home loan can help simplify your finances.…
How to refinance your home loan to buy an investment property
If you’re looking to buy an investment property and have equity in…
What do comparison rates tell us?
Comparison rates help us to compare loan products. They are designed to…
State by state – How much money the government is giving first-home buyers to buy or build
First-home buyers in every state of Australia already had cash incentives to…
Your end of financial year checklist. What you need to know for this year.
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Buying a house on a reduced income
The coronavirus pandemic has hit many Australians financially, through job loss and…
HomeBuilder grant. Everything you need to know.
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Had time at home recently to dream about renovating? Here’s what to consider.
Social distancing has recently given us more time at home than ever…
How do building loans work?
A building (or construction) loan is one you might apply for if…
RBA interest rates: Rates on hold at record low of 0.25%
Aussies have been told to expect low rates for some time, and…
What first-home buyers need to be looking out for right now
It’s not surprising that many first-home buyers keeping abreast of the latest…
Don’t get rejected! How to get your home loan refinance approved
Want to refinance your mortgage but worried you’ll be rejected? Find out…
4 reasons to get your home loan pre-approval before attending an auction
Going to bid at an auction without getting pre-approval for a home…
The beginner’s guide to refinancing
The process for refinancing a home loan isn’t as complicated as you…
‘Remarkably resilient’: Australian property marks surprising result
Here’s what happened to property in April. The national property price index…
Mortgage pause may cost an extra $17k: What to do instead
Affected by COVID-19? There might be a better way to ease financial…
Make BAS preparation easier with these time-saving tips
If you’re registered for GST, you’ll have a regular business activity statement…
Why now’s the time to refinance – and how to do so without leaving the house
Refinancing may be a great way to save money or free up…
Why has home loan refinancing surged during COVID-19?
Home loan refinancers are on the move and we look at reasons…
Your credit history is now more visible
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Top 4 ways your home loan can work better for you
Your home loan repayment is most likely the biggest outlay in your…
Four ways to help your children buy property
Many first home buyers struggle to get into the property market. Here…
Expert help in times of uncertainty
Cut through confusion and contact a lending specialist. Given the uncertainty created…
Are you paying a Loyalty Tax?
Many Australian’s still have their home loan with major bank lenders –…
First-time buyers hit property hotspots in COVID-19 window
First-time buyers are actively searching in affordable areas around Australia during the…
How to work from home with kids & stay sane (It is possible)
Social distancing due to coronavirus has made working from home a way…
What a lending specialist can do for you amid the coronavirus crisis
If you’ve lost your job and you’re not sure whether to hit…
Getting started if you’re a first home buyer
Confused by Dad’s mortgage lecture and really want to know where to…
Your home loan settlement made simple: 3 steps to prepare
Once your home loan is approved and you’ve signed the contract of…
How to consolidate your debts and save thousands of dollars in interest
Consolidating your debts can potentially save you hundreds if not thousands of…
Should you refinance your home loan during the COVID-19 crisis?
Refinancing your home loan during the COVID-19 crisis could help you to…
Refinancing and how it can assist landlords
Refinancing and how it can assist landlords The current Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation…
Take advantage of lower interest rates
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Step-by-step guide to refinancing
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Become a home brewer
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Do green houses grow profits?
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Buying property – the hidden costs
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The Spring Property Market
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What is a Property Appraisal?
A property appraisal is an important part of the process of buying…
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Renovate for maximum return
Renovating is exciting but before you start knocking down walls, it pays…