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Rental Yields – What You Need To Know

2023-09-15

Rental yield, –the rate of rental income returned against the costs of an investment property, is a great indicator of a property’s investment potential. However, you need to keep things in perspective when you factor it into your decision to purchase property.

Top Tips For Negotiating A Property Price

2023-08-17

Here are our top tips to tactfully negotiate the price without ruining your chances of securing the property.

Stamp Duty

2023-07-19

Stamp duty, also referred to as ‘transfer duty’, is revenue levied by states on transactions relating to the transfer of land or property. It is paid upfront and needs to be budgeted for, in addition to your loan deposit.

Why Property Investors Need Savings

2023-06-15

Urgent maintenance is an unavoidable aspect of being a landlord, so having a cash buffer set aside will help you deal with any unexpected problems.

Three things you need to ask your partner before you apply for a home loan together

2023-05-15

Before you apply for a home loan with your partner, there are a few discussions that you need to have that go a little beyond what you may know already.

What Happens When Your Fixed Rate Term Ends

2023-04-20

As the end of your fixed rate term approaches, it’s important to plan ahead and talk to your mortgage broker about what your new, or roll-off, interest rate and repayments might be and what your options are.

Who Is Involved In A Property Purchase?

2023-03-15

Buying a property is more complex than most other purchases you’ll ever make. Here are the different parties who may be involved in your home-buying process and how you can leverage their valuable experience and knowledge..

Selling Your Home? Here Are The First Steps To Take

2023-02-16

There’s 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 a favourable result from your investment and ensure the selling process runs as smoothly as possible.

Getting Your Home Loan Approved Faster

2023-01-05

Every home loan application is unique, so the time between your first contact with your broker and approval can never be predetermined. If an application is not completed correctly, you risk delays in approval, or even being declined by potential lenders. There are, however, some things you can do to help the process move quicker.