Choosing a home loan can be a daunting and overwhelming experience – especially for first home buyers. With rates and rules around lending and eligibility changing all the time, it can be hard to get a grasp on which home loan is relevant for you and your situation.
In this blog we’ll run through the types of loans on offer and what they’re used f...
Buying an investment property can be an overwhelming process, especially if it is your first time researching property investment. That’s why we have put together the top 5 things you should consider when making this purchase for your future.
Clarify your goals and do your research
Smart property investment starts with asking yourself, why am I i...
Your complete guide to buying a home
The property market and housing affordability is tricky to navigate for first home buyers or any home buyer no matter how many times you’ve done it. Keep reading for helpful tips that will make buying a home a smooth and easy process.
The home buying process
It all starts with savings Your very first step is ...
What does it mean to have equity in your home?
Equity is the difference between the current market value of your home, and what you still owe on it. Equity in your home can help you achieve your property goals.
How do you calculate total equity?
You can use a simple formula to work out the equity in your home. You will need a property valuation ...
With pre-planning and research, you can ensure you are on the right track to set yourself up for success when buying a home. Follow our easy home buying guide below to get an idea of how you can break into the property market.
Determine How Much You Can Afford
Using our home loan repayment calculator is the first step in understanding how loan re...
Should I refinance my home?
If you’ve been paying off your home loan for a few years now, it may be a good time to re-evaluate your home loan and ask yourself “should I refinance my home?" First let’s look at what refinancing is, and the pros and cons.
Refinancing – what is it?
Refinancing is moving your home loan to a new product with a more co...
Over 50 & Buying Your First Home
For many people, buying a home is a major financial commitment. Have you considered buying a house later in life?Are you looking for a way to get out of renting? Are you trying to get into the market before interest rates increase? Whatever your reason, a mortgagecould give you the stability you are looking for...
An exciting journey
If you’re a first time home buyer, buying a home is likely to be the biggest single purchase you’ve ever made. It’s a big deal and can be stressful and overwhelming. Knowing what’s involved in the process, will make you feel confident as you move through the motions from inspecting properties to signing a contract and receivin...