It may be an admirable trait in personal relationships, but in financial matters, loyalty can come at a cost. Sticking with the same loan longer than three years can cost borrowers thousands, with competition to win business resulting in new customers paying lower rates than existing ones. This so-called loyalty…
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Getting the itch to fix? Choosing the right time to lock in an interest rate can be tricky. In the past year interest rates on fixed-rate loans have plummeted to all-time lows, prompting many borrowers to ask whether it's time to lock in a rate. If you're thinking about it,…
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Some tips and tricks to paying off your home loan sooner. Buying a home is likely the most significant financial transaction you'll ever make. So it stands to reason that your home loan will be your largest ongoing financial obligation. Imagine what life would be like without that monthly or…
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If you are experiencing mortgage stress, now's the time to get on the front foot with your lender. As your mortgage broker, we can help you prepare and plan for the unknown.
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In this time of economic instability, we know that jobs and mortgages are of the highest concern to you, the Government and the lenders. With things changing on a daily basis, we're perfectly positioned to help.
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The history of Australian banking has always been dominated by the big four - ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, NAB and Westpac.
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Most mortgages are spread out over 25 to 30 years, but it doesn't have to be that way. With a few simple strategies you can take years and thousands off your loan, and it's much easier than you might think.
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One in two Australian home buyers1 now borrow via a broker. A dip in sentiment towards traditional banks, tighter lending criteria for investors and better-educated consumers have all helped boost mortgage brokers' popularity over the past decade. There are, indeed, a raft of reasons to turn to a broker for…
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“Flipping” might be the new word on the block but Australians have long been part of the reno revolution. Some are looking for fast returns (the flip), while others are upgrading after being in a home for several years. Whichever your strategy, chances are the goal remains the same: to…
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June 30 signals the end of another financial year. There’s still a little time to get this year’s finances in order or take the opportunity to make some resolutions about how you manage your money from July 1.
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