The process for refinancing a home loan isn’t as complicated as you might think. In this step-by-step guide, we show you how to go about it, including what to tell your existing lender, what you need to know about applying for a new loan and how to figure out whether refinancing is really worth it.…
Here’s what happened to property in April. The national property price index grew a slight 0.3 per cent in April against a backdrop of significantly reduced market activity and consumer confidence. Hobart (-0.1 per cent) and Melbourne (-0.3 per cent) were the only capital cities to record a fall in property values, according to the…
Affected by COVID-19? There might be a better way to ease financial pressure than taking a mortgage holiday. As of mid-May nearly 3 million Australians are asking for a rent reduction or mortgage repayment pause as the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on Aussies’ ability to pay bills. Of those 2.9 million Australians, 1.2 million are…
If you’re registered for GST, you’ll have a regular business activity statement to sort out. Here’s how to get on top of it and make BAS preparation easier. Let’s start with the basics: what is BAS? It’s an acronym for business activity statement. Whether it’s monthly, quarterly or yearly, every Australian business registered for the…
Refinancing may be a great way to save money or free up some extra cash during these uncertain times. With many Australians experiencing financial uncertainty during the COVID-19 crisis, refinancing your home loan is a viable option for those looking to save money on their mortgage repayments or free up some cash, and you can…
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