When you’re looking for a home loan, you could go to a finance broker or to a bank. While a bank will only offer you its own products, but a finance broker is an industry expert who will take the...
Ways to fund your renovation
15/08/2020 12:00 PM
Considering transforming your home from ‘banal’ to ‘brilliant’, one thing you must do is to think about how the money you spend on a renovation will increase the value of your property. For...
What counts as genuine savings in a loan application?
11/07/2020 07:00 AM
If you apply for a home loan, particularly if the loan is for more than 80 percent of a property’s value, you’ll more than likely have to prove to lenders that you have a satisfactory amount of...
First Home Buyers given new financial year gift!
22/06/2020 16:56 PM
Good news: On July 1, another 10,000 spots will be made available in the popular First Home Loan Deposit Scheme . ...
What are you waiting for? Home builders, renovators grant of $25,000
06/06/2020 07:00 AM
Australians will be offered $25,000 grants to build a new home or start a major renovation under near-$700 million federal government housing package in a bid to boost the economy and act...
Is one phone call really all it takes to secure a lower interest rate?
23/05/2020 13:10 PM
With official interest rates at a record low, shrewd mortgage holders may take the opportunity to call their lender to ask for a better deal. But when even a small interest rate reduction means...
Have been thinking of your finances lately?
08/05/2020 04:00 AM
If you are finding it tough to meet your current financial obligations or you are just interested in reviewing your current home loan, then you are not alone. Turbulent does not even begin to...
How to protect yourself financially during the COVID-19 pandemic
25/03/2020 16:00 PM
Across Australia (and the globe), governments are working hard to combat the domino effect from the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. Communities throughout the country are currently dealing with an in...
10 Most common questions about Deposit Bond
22/02/2020 15:00 PM
So, you’re thinking about getting a deposit bond? Whether you’re a first home buyer, seasoned property investor, downsizing or buying off the plan, chances are you have a few...
Has the Banking Royal Commission affected my mortgage?
01/01/2020 10:00 AM
The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry that ran from 2017-19 had many impacts on the finance sectors. Some were ripples, some were tidal wa...
