Whether you’re after lower repayments or want to tap into the equity sitting in your home, refinancing can offer a world of benefits. Here are some things to be …
Archives for July 2018
Selling your home? Here are the first steps to take
There is more to selling your home than putting up a ‘For Sale’ sign on your front lawn. Here are the first things you should check off your list to help you …
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Budget update: the winners and losers
Treasurer Scott Morrison has delivered the new federal budget to mixed reviews, although much of the feedback has been positive. With tax cuts at the centre, …
Top ways to cut expenses and increase savings for a home deposit
Is the key to saving a home deposit as simple as giving up smashed avo toast for breakfast? Well not quite, but spending less does make a difference. On top …
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What counts as genuine savings in a loan application?
If you apply for a home loan, particularly if the loan is for more than 80 per cent of a property’s value, you’ll more than likely have to prove to lenders that …
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WA Economy Update
Earlier this year, we reported on the “green shoots” emerging in Western Australia’s economy, and those shoots have continued to grow with cautious optimism. …
How to refinance to renovate?
Refinancing your assets to renovate a property is a significant decision that will hopefully improve your standard of living or add substantial value to your …
Is a family guarantee right for you as a first homebuyer?
Entering the property market is no easy feat for a first homebuyer, but even parents who aren’t prepared to hand over cash for a deposit may help by being a …
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Interest rate update
It looks as if the Reserve Bank is set to keep interest rates low at least until 2020 in an effort to avoid economic instability, presenting the homeowners in …
Why property investors need savings
Urgent maintenance is an unavoidable aspect of being a landlord, so having a cash buffer set aside will help you deal with any unexpected problems. When …