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Natalie Lo

How to avoid extra home loan fees

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How to avoid extra home loan fees

Exit and early termination fees can put the brakes on plans to sell, to refinance, and to renovate or purchase an investment property. Here’s how to avoid them from the start.

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How to buy a house when you have a HECS or HELP debt

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How to buy a house when you have a HECS or HELP debt

Paying off your education is no reason to put off buying property.

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Beauty at a cost - renovating a heritage listed home

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Beauty at a cost - renovating a heritage listed home

Seeped in cultural and historical significance, it’s understandable that there are restrictions when renovating a heritage listed home. While that’s not to say that you can’t make any changes, a little more legwork and creativity is often required.

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How can I secure cash fast?

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How can I secure cash fast?

Small business owners know all too well that the unpredictable nature of the industry can sometimes mean that quick access to cash flow is needed. MFAA Accredited Broker, <insert your name and company name here> presents some of the options available to you when you’re faced with a cash-shortage.

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How to find the right doors for your renovation

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How to find the right doors for your renovation

A grand front entrance can create a bold first impression, while an outdated door can diminish an opportunity to impress. So how do you decide which doors are best throughout your house, considering safety, functionality and aesthetics?

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How to speed up your home loan approval​

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How to speed up your home loan approval​

Asking how long it takes to get a loan approved is like asking how long a piece of string is. Every application is unique, so the time between your first contact with your bank or broker and approval can never be predetermined. There are, however, some things you can do to help hurry your application along.

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Why does my broker ask me for so much documentation?

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Why does my broker ask me for so much documentation?

No one likes paperwork; however, providing your broker with the right documentation will save you time and money.

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How to pay off your loan faster and save big bucks

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How to pay off your loan faster and save big bucks

Reducing the life of your loan isn’t difficult; there are many simple things you can do to cut years off your mortgage. Here are some tips that will help you be mortgage-free sooner than planned.

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How to avoid paying too much for a home

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How to avoid paying too much for a home

Knowing what a property is worth is central to avoiding paying too much for it.

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Rentvesting - enter the property marketing without sacrificing your current lifestyle

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Rentvesting - enter the property marketing without sacrificing your current lifestyle

As property prices continue to rise, purchasing in a centrally-located or sought-after area is out of reach for the average working millennial. Instead, many are opting to rent rather than buy as it means not having to compromise their inner city or beachside lifestyle. But for those who are still eager to enter the market, there is a way to get the best of both worlds.

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Selling your home? Here are the first steps to take

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Selling your home? Here are the first steps to take

There is more to selling your home than putting up a ‘For Sale’ sign on your front lawn. Here are the first things you should check off your list to help you get the largest return from your investment and to ensure the process runs as smoothly as possible.

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Refinancing traps to avoid

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Refinancing traps to avoid

Whether you’re after lower repayments or want to tap into the equity sitting in your home, refinancing can offer a world of benefits. Here are some things to be aware of so that you don’t find yourself hooked into a bad deal.

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 EOFY: how small businesses can minimise tax liability

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EOFY: how small businesses can minimise tax liability

End of financial year is a great time to take advantage of business equipment deals, particularly with the threshold for accelerated deductions for small business being raised from $1000 to $20,000. Planning ahead and thinking carefully about your business needs are key to minimising both tax liability and cash flow impact.

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