Home Loans - May 8th How to find and choose a good mortgage broker When choosing a good mortgage broker, there are a number of important factors to keep in mind.
First Home Buyers - May 8th What is the Household Expenditure Measure? How do lenders calculate living expenses when assessing a home loan application? We explain the Household Expenditure Measure (HEM).
First Home Buyers - May 7th Top 10 questions to ask a mortgage broker If you are meeting with a mortgage broker, there are a number of important questions to ask to find out if they’re a good fit.
Home Loans - May 7th Home loans for pensioners: can a pensioner get a home loan? As a pensioner, there are ways you may be able to get a home loan. We take a look at some of the options.
Home Loans - May 3rd How much is lenders mortgage insurance (LMI)? Depending on the size of your home loan deposit, you may have to pay lenders mortgage insurance (LMI). So what is it? How much does it cost?
Home Loans - April 29th Body Corporate fees - what do they cover? If you need to pay body corporate fees on your property, it's important to know what they are, how they are calculated and what they cover.
Home Loans - April 29th Mortgage broker fees, costs and commissions Generally speaking, mortgage brokers don’t charge borrowers a fee, but instead earn money via commission – how does this work?
1 Year Fixed Home Loan Rates - April 29th First Home Guarantee – 5% Deposit for First Home Buyers Buying your first home? You may be eligible for the First Home Guarantee Scheme. Find out what it is, who is eligible, what it involves and how to apply.
Home Loans - April 26th Capital gains tax on property You usually have to pay capital gains tax (CGT) when you sell an asset for a profit. But when it comes to selling your home, the rules are a bit different.
Home Loans - April 26th What is mortgage protection insurance? Industry watchdogs have cautioned consumers to be wary of mortgage protection insurance - here are some important things to know.
Finance News - April 24th The best home loan interest rates in Australia If you're in the market for a home loan, you can use Canstar's comparison tool to find the best-rated mortgages by type on our database.
Home Loans - April 24th Home loans for doctors Home loans for doctors can come with appealing terms, from LMI and fee waivers through to lower interest rates.
Home Loans - April 23rd Switching home loans: tips for borrowers looking for a better deal Some borrowers may be able to save money by switching home loans for a better interest rate. If you’re thinking about it, here are some points to consider
Finance News - March 19th RBA cash rate March 2024: predicted rate cuts could help borrowers save thousands The RBA board has met for the second time in 2024, holding the cash rate steady at 4.35%, with cuts predicted by year's end.
Home Loans - February 28th What is conditional approval for a home loan? Conditional approval for a home loan can allow you to hunt for a property with confidence. Here are some things to know.
Home Loans - February 22nd What first home owner incentives are there in the ACT? The First Home Owner Grant in the ACT has been replaced by a scheme that provides savings on stamp duty for purchasers.
Home Loans - February 21st First Home Owner Grant WA Here’s how the First Home Owners Grant WA can provide additional support to get you into a home of your own sooner.
Home Loans - February 21st First Home Owner Grant NT First home buyers in the Northern Territory may be eligible for a valuable helping hand through the First Home Owner Grant. We explain what it’s worth and how to apply.
Home Loans - February 19th First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) NSW The First Home Owner Grant is government support that helps buyers get into their first home sooner. Here’s how it works and home much you may be able to get in NSW.
Home Loans - February 19th First Home Owner Grant Victoria The First Home Owner Grant can provide the cash boost you need to buy a first home in Victoria. We explain what it’s worth and what you need to know to get started.