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Lenders begin contacting borrowers who have deferred loans
If you’ve deferred your home or business loan then it’s likely your bank will reach out to you in the coming weeks....
Where you’re most likely to score a $50,000 discount on property right now
Home sellers across the country are lowering their price expectations in droves, new data reveals. But which two...
Farewell negative gearing and CGT discount?
You’ve probably seen ‘negative gearing’ and ‘capital gains tax’ in the news recently. That’s because they’re set to...
Keen for a sea change? Beat the Millennial rush
Buying a house by the sea in a little known coastal town is no longer reserved for retirees. New research shows that...
5 common reasons home loan applications are rejected
Whether it’s unrequited love, or an unsuccessful home loan application, getting your heart broken is never...
Bank wanted mortgage broking fees transferred to customers
A big four bank almost overhauled its broker remuneration model so that the cost of mortgage broking services would be...
Don’t get outfoxed: a quick guide to property valuation
Information is power. Knowing the property valuation can help you secure a great price during...
What is debt recycling?
We all know that recycling is great for the environment. But debt recycling? Well, if done right, that could be great...
It’s all about balance: Using an offset account to your advantage
Want to avoid sinking your entire savings balance into your mortgage? An offset account could be the solution you’ve...
Rentvesting: have your cake and eat it too
Most Australians grow up with the dream of buying and living in their own home. But, given the difficulty of cracking...
How to move house like a boss
Back-breaking furniture, perilously narrow staircases and chipped crockery – the idea of moving house strikes fear...