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Genuine Savings Explained
Posted in: Insights, NewsPosted on: 19/07/2019
The way you save is more important than ever before. If you're borrowing above 80% of a purchase price, you may have to prove you have ‘genuinely’ saved 5% over a set period of time.
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More than just home loans - we can also arrange car loans & asset finance.
Posted in: Insights, NewsPosted on: 19/07/2019
We have improved our offering to save you time and money by finding the right car loans or asset finance to suit your needs, and fast.
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Credit Scoring in 2019/2020
Posted in: Insights, NewsPosted on: 19/07/2019
As we settle into a new financial year, more change is on the way and comprehensive credit reporting will cast a wider net. Change is here!
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Rates are falling fast - investment interest rate cuts June and July 2019
Posted in: NewsPosted on: 19/07/2019
With the RBA reducing the Cash Rate by 25 basis points in June and July 2019 respectively, most lenders have passed on the reduction to their home loan products. Find out how many basis points each lender passed on in the investment variable principle & interest space below.
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Rates are falling fast - owner-occupied interest rate cuts June and July 2019
Posted in: NewsPosted on: 19/07/2019
With the RBA reducing the Cash Rate by 25 basis points in June and July 2019 respectively, most lenders have passed on the reduction to their home loan products. Find out how many basis points each lender passed on in the owner-occupied variable principle & interest space below.
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The costs of refinancing
Posted in: Insights, NewsPosted on: 14/06/2019
With interest rates falling, it’s important to understand what costs are involved when refinancing to a new lender.
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3 must-knows for property investors to prepare for End of Financial Year
Posted in: Insights, RadioPosted on: 07/06/2019
Crunch time has come for property investors with June 30 fast approaching. If you are a property investor, you will know what a hectic time end of financial year (EOFY) can be. However, with a little forward planning, you will be well on your way to a smooth tax lodgment come EOFY. Read on for the biggest must-knows for property investors this tax season, helping you stay out of trouble with the ATO and minimising your tax bill while maximising your long-term savings.
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Simple seven step guide to reducing debt
Posted in: InsightsPosted on: 03/04/2019
It can be easy to accumulate smaller types of debt like credit cards, car loans and personal loans that can be challenging to repay. These pesky types of credit facilities also reduce your capacity to borrow for a home loan, and make it more challenging when you’re looking to fund the purchase of a home. Here is a simple seven step guide, which could assist with reducing debt and purchasing a home sooner.
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A look into Bridging Finance
Posted in: InsightsPosted on: 18/03/2019
Bridging Finance is the answer when you want to purchase your new home before you have sold your existing home. It is a viable solution if you aren’t yet in a position to sell your current home, prior to buying your next.
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How to stay on the path to buying your first home
Posted in: Insights, NewsPosted on: 08/03/2019
Starting the journey to buying your first home can be intimidating, but staying on track to fulfill your dream can be even more of a challenge. Here are some of our tips to keeping on the path to home ownership!
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