The clever investor knows that assessing your investments regularly is key to identifying opportunities to build wealth. Knowing when to refinance an investment property could be vital to a successful strategy. So is now the time for you to refinance? Talk to us and we'll help you to decide! Despite recent tightening around investor lending, [...]
In Australia, the national pasttime seems to be to save, save, save for a house deposit! People are making all sorts of sacrifices to get that all important deposit together – from living with mum and dad into their thirties, to sacrificing life's little luxuries. But why are so many Australians so very focused on [...]
With a home loan it's easy to just "set and forget". But it's sensible to review your home loan every three years or so. We're living in a world of rapid change, where interest rates go up and down fast, new lenders emerge and more competitive lending products become available on a regular basis. Under [...]
With winter on the way out, now could be a great time to score a bargain in the property market, as some buyers may still be in hibernation mode and traditionally, there is less competition at this time of year. Property numbers are likely to pick up later this month and into early September, with [...]
At its August meeting, the Reserve Bank of Australia chose to keep the official cash rate on hold at 1.5%. How will this news affect your situation? With no cash rate movement from the RBA, interest rates remain competitive so it could be a good time to purchase a home, investment property or to refinance. [...]
As the new financial year kicks off, it's a great time to start afresh. That could mean buying your first home, investing in property, or even refinancing your loan to a more suitable option. With the cash rate on hold and interest rates remaining low, now could be a good time to consider purchasing property. [...]
If you're struggling to manage your debts, or just want to save money on interest on your debts, we can help! There are a range of solutions available to you that are worth exploring. In this article, we explain why consolidating your debts by refinancing your home may or may not be a good option [...]
Out with the old and in with the new! What better way to start 2017 than with a make-over for your most valuable asset? Whether you're ready for a complete home renovation or simply want to bring your house up-to-date with a few cosmetic changes, you'll want to get on top of the latest trends [...]
Spring is here and it's also the start of the busiest time of year for our property markets! Auction activity is already heating up in our largest capital cities – are you ready for the rush? At its September meeting last week, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decided to keep the official cash rate [...]
Saving up the cash for a deposit on a second property can be just as difficult as saving for your first home. So how do property investors manage to get their hands on enough money to build a decent portfolio? The answer is equity. It's a hidden source of wealth that grows inside your property [...]
