Caviar and wine, anyone? What a court ruling means for you
Indulgences such as caviar, wagyu beef and the finest bottles of wine shouldn’t count against you when lenders assess your application for finance, a Federal Court judge has said.
On the hunt for a new loan provider?
One in 10 consumers have switched credit products in the past year, according to new research, with Millennials and women in particular pouncing on offers from small banks, credit unions and building societies.
How criminals steal your identity to steal your money
Scams involving identity theft have cost Australians at least $16 million this year, and that figure is likely to be just the “tip of the iceberg”, says the ACCC.
Got a spare pineapple? Pay off your mortgage faster
Reckon you could scrounge together an extra $50 each week to pay off your mortgage? If so, latest modelling shows the average household with a $400,000 loan could save $46,992 and pay off their home loan four years faster.
Housing affordability the best it’s been since 1999: HIA
Great news for home buyers – housing affordability is the best it’s been since 1999, according to new data released by the nation’s peak housing and building body.
What the cash rate cuts mean for other areas of your finance
Whenever the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) changes the official cash rate we all hear about how it will impact home loans. But it affects many other areas of finance and the economy, which we’ll look into today.
Why Kobi Boaron puts good advice at the heart of home finance
In Kobi Boaron’s opinion, there’s more to successful mortgage broking than finding suitable loans. You also need to be there to advise your clients and understand their goals and expectations. We take a look at how Kobi takes customer service to the next level.
Is fear of commitment keeping you from buying your first home?
We get it – commitment can be a scary though for a lot of people, particularly when you’re saying yes to something that could tie you down for the next 25-30 years. No, we aren’t talking about marriage, but rather your very first mortage. Here’s how to find out if you’re ready for the next step.
Investing in Melbourne? Here’s how to find up and coming suburbs
Melbourne will need to change in the next few years to accommodate all of the new people moving to the city. The first matter of business will be finding housing, presenting an interesting opportunity for property investors. We explore how to identify up and coming suburbs.
What you need to know about first home owners grants in Victoria
Home finance can be a bit confusing, especially when purchasing your first property. We answer some questions about the First Home Owners Grant here.
