Number Crunch: The Nitty Gritty of Buying Your Home
Buying your first home? The numbers can be scary, that’s for sure. But while the kinds of figures involved are intimidating, knowledge is power. And if you get your head around the basics, you’re most of the way there. A good place to start is running some numbers using our online calculators. We have 15 […]
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- Date: 6 August 2018
Q&A: Answering some of the questions we hear the most
There’s a lot to know about loans, especially if you’re taking one out for the first time. So let’s look at some of the common questions, which hopefully will be some of your own. How much can I borrow? The answer to this one is ‘Depends’! It differs from lender to lender and can vary […]
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- Date: 5 August 2018
3 useful tips when buying your first home
How much deposit do I need? Should I go it alone or use a mortgage broker? How do I know if I’m buying the right property? For many people, buying a property for the first time can be like taking a step in the dark. There are a lot of different factors to consider and […]
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- Date: 2 August 2018
Brush up on your Loans: The Loan Type Cheat Sheet
You’d think a loan was a loan, wouldn’t you? But there are actually a surprising number of different kinds and the one you end up with can depend on a range of factors. These can include the risk you pose to a lender, the deposit you have and how much control you want over your […]
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- Date: 1 August 2018
How renovating adds value to your home
It is every homeowner’s dream to buy their own home and keep it looking good. The big worry is always the cost – home renovations can be expensive, and the cost of borrowing money can be very high. That’s why it pays to explore refinancing as an option for getting the money to renovate your […]
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- Date: 21 May 2018
Myth Busting – Understanding Refinancing Myths
It can seem simpler for homeowners (like you) to stay put when it comes to your home loan however for those willing to look around, there can be a lot to gain. We’ll look beyond the refinancing myths so you can take it out of the too hard basket and reap the benefits. Myth #1: […]
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- Date: 21 May 2018
Knowing when to refinance your home loan
Refinancing your home loan could save you money that would otherwise be spent on interest. Making the right move at the right time could maximise your savings, but how do you know when to refinance? Read on to learn the basics and find out how to make a right decision about the future of your […]
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- Date: 21 May 2018
The benefits of buying outside capital cities
For some time now the property market has been ultra competitive. There’s no doubt that it’s extremely challenging for people, even with two incomes, to save up enough money for a deposit, especially in our capital cities. We’ve got you covered with some benefits to buying in an area that’s more affordable and could offer […]
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- Date: 6 April 2015
Real life refinancing
Would you appreciate an extra $300 in your pocket every month? Who wouldn’t! Reviewing your home loan options when you already have a mortgage can often be placed into the too hard basket. But it could save you a lot of money and we can do most of the legwork for you. Let’s take a […]
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- Date: 29 June 2014
Tips for presenting your home for sale
It can be challenging to make your home look fresh and inviting in the depths of a rainy winter. When you’re selling and getting ready for the inspection use these tips to get your house looking buyer-ready. First impressions count How does your home look as you drive down the street? What about when you […]
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- Date: 29 June 2014
