Happy New Year! Have you taken your first steps to achieving your goals in 2021? While we probably can't motivate you to eat better or exercise more, as your mortgage broker, we can help you achieve your property goals! Don't know where to start? Check out these property goals and how we can help you [...]
2020 has been a year like no other! With the new year upon us, now is the perfect time to consider your financial goals for the next 12 months, and the best place to start is with a good money management plan. We'll share some great tips in this article. But first, complete this quiz [...]
There's a wonderful feeling that comes with being on the home straight towards retirement. Post-career life conjures up thoughts of freedom and leisure with time to do all the things you’ve been putting on the backburner. So, are you ready? Have you put in the time to plan what retirement looks like for you? Preparation [...]
The 2020 Federal Budget announced a range of economic measures to help support individuals and businesses through the COVID-19 downturn. It also includes some initiatives that could be helpful if you want to buy your first home, build a granny flat or put money aside to invest. Even though 2020 has been a difficult year [...]
Say the words "finance broker" and most people immediately think of the person who can line you up with a competitive mortgage. But did you know we can also help you find the right loan product for a whole range of lifestyle assets? Caravans. Speed boats. Jet skis. The whole shebang. So, what's the most [...]
Loan refinancing is a strategy used by property investors to access funds – usually to grow or improve the value of their property portfolio. The right time to do it largely depends on your strategy, plans and equity. In this article, we highlight some of the key considerations for this strategy and how savvy investors [...]
When COVID-19 struck, banks gave eligible customers an option to pause their repayments for six months from March, due to the volatile economic climate. Hundreds of thousands of Aussies took up the offer. Home loan deferrals were due to end in September, but banks announced borrowers who are still experiencing difficulties could apply for further [...]
2020 has been quite an eventful year so far… and unfortunately not for the right reasons. From the bushfires, the COVID-19 pandemic, and now the economic challenges, it's been mentally and emotionally exhausting for many Australians. During challenging times, we all desire for the peace of mind that comes from knowing you, your family and [...]
Experienced property renovators know the key to a successful renovation is to use the space you have wisely. Renovating areas like the kitchen, living room and dining area to create more space and storage can not only make your home more liveable, it may also add value to your property. Here are some renovation and [...]
Interest rates remain at a record low currently, and the property market is expected to heat up as we enter spring despite the economic challenges due to the pandemic. Listings are currently lower compared to last year, which means as a buyer there may be more competition for properties this spring. So, if you are [...]
