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Six ways to fund a renovation

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Six ways to fund a renovation

Any renovation project, large or small, can be all-consuming in terms of your energy and money. Here are six loan types that can help you with the latter

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No savings? A family pledge loan facility could help you buy your first home

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No savings? A family pledge loan facility could help you buy your first home

Young couple Sam and Kate were keen to start paying off their own home rather than paying rent, but had no savings. Here’s how they bought their first property.

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Case study: why you need access to many lenders

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Case study: why you need access to many lenders

When experienced property investor Tim Gordon agreed to buy a block of land, he didn’t expect the land’s mining-town location to make it difficult to secure finance. After failing to find a lender who could help him, he visited a finance broker who found just the right mortgage for his needs.

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How to buy a home when you’re self-employed

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How to buy a home when you’re self-employed

Self-employed borrowers often come up against the challenge of not being able to present a raft of payslips and tax returns to back up their loan applications. But this need not stop you buying your dream home.

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Do you need a finance broker or a financial planner?

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Do you need a finance broker or a financial planner?

When taking the plunge into the world of home loans and property investment, the challenge often lies in knowing which expert to approach for help. Brokers and financial planners, although similar in their professional outlook, cater to different financial endeavours.

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Deposit bonds explained

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Deposit bonds explained

Buying a property is pricey. Sometimes, even though you’ve found the perfect place, you just can’t afford the deposit, which means both you and the vendor miss out on the sale. 

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5 rules for your business plan

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5 rules for your business plan

Preparing a detailed business plan will inform the lender about your business proposal so that it can assess your application as favourably as possible.

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Buying a property with friends

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Buying a property with friends

If you’re looking for a creative way to overcome being locked out of the property market by rising prices, buying a house with a group of friends may be a solution. It can also be a minefield though, so here’s how to avoid a blast.

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What to look for at an open house

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What to look for at an open house

There’s an old saying that you should never judge a book by its cover, and this is true for houses – after all, who would buy one having never seen more than the front door? Open inspections are opportunities to really flick through the pages, and here’s how to take full advantage.

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How to avoid loan default

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How to avoid loan default

 

Late payments and loan defaults leave marks on a credit history that can complicate any effort to refinance or secure a loan in the future. Default can also lead to a home being repossessed and sold by the lender, so it’s very important to act quickly to avoid it.

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7 tips for securing a business loan

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7 tips for securing a business loan

Securing a business loan in Australia isn’t necessarily difficult but knowing how to navigate your way can be the difference between success and failure. 

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How to buy without a 20% deposit

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How to buy without a 20% deposit

When you consider that a small flat in Sydney could set you back half a million dollars at the moment, saving a 20% deposit to buy that flat – $100,000 – can seem an insurmountable task. That’s where insurance can help

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How a guarantor can help you secure finance

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How a guarantor can help you secure finance

When you’re desperately trying to save up a deposit for a home and just see the prices of property climbing and climbing, it’s difficult to remain patient. But there is another way: a guarantor can help.

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Why would I use a finance broker?

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Why would I use a finance broker?

Because they can save you time and money. 
As the home loan market becomes increasingly complex, more people are turning to finance brokers . Here are some of the reasons...

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Six ways to fund a renovation

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Six ways to fund a renovation

Any renovation project, large or small, can be all-consuming in terms of your energy and money. Here are six loan types that can help you with the latter.

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Could a deposit bond be your solution to securing a property?

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Could a deposit bond be your solution to securing a property?

Before taking their property off the market, your vendor wants a deposit to ensure that you will settle, but your funds won’t be available until settlement. What do you do?

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Case study: a home for three generations

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Case study: a home for three generations

After her divorce, Rebecca decided to buy a house she, her mother Denise and her son Oliver could live in. A local finance broker was able to help, even though the family didn’t have a big deposit.

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Explainer: interest-only loans

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Explainer: interest-only loans

Borrowing to buy a property and repaying only the interest for a set period can be a great choice for some, because interest-only loans can offer the right candidate financial flexibility while they invest. There are, however, some very important risks to take into consideration...

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Steps to Buying an Investment Property

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Steps to Buying an Investment Property

3 steps to buying an investment property.

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7 tips for securing a business loan

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7 tips for securing a business loan

Securing a business loan in Australia isn’t necessarily difficult but knowing how to navigate your way can be the difference between success and failure.

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