976 articles written by Alex Ritchie
How small business owners can get a home loan
If you’ve taken the leap of faith to start a small business then you’re no ordinary borrower, so an ordinary home loan may not suit your goals and needs. This is where an alternative home loan option may come in handy, such as a low doc home loan.
Alex Ritchie -
31 May, 2022 -
3 min read
How to save money with your home loan
You can still save money when you own a home? Sounds ludicrous but it is possible and highly recommendable to save for those rainy days, or much needed holiday. The good news is, you can save money by simply fixing your home loan.
Alex Ritchie -
30 May, 2022 -
5 min read
City of Sydney wants to make the switch to green power: how easy is it to switch?
Sydney residents and business owners are being encouraged to switch to green energy providers by the City of Sydney to help significantly reduce their emissions. But how easy is the switching process?
Alex Ritchie -
30 May, 2022 -
3 min read
What is a flexible home loan and should you consider one?
Flexible home loans can offer you more than just your standard monthly mortgage repayments, so if you are looking for flexibility to match your forever changing lifestyle, consider a flexible home loan.
Alex Ritchie -
26 May, 2022 -
3 min read
ANZ launches app-based Plus and Save accounts: how do they compare?
One of Australia’s biggest banks, ANZ, has launched a new banking app that offers customers both an everyday account and ‘multi-goal’ savings account. But how does it compare to other big bank offerings?
Alex Ritchie -
26 May, 2022 -
4 min read
How to find your remaining loan term
You may be closer to the end of your loan term than you think so discover how to find your remaining loan term. Plus, there are steps that homeowners can take to shave years off their loan.
Alex Ritchie -
25 May, 2022 -
4 min read
When is the right time to switch to fixed interest rates?
Experts advise that when we near the end of the interest rate cycle that when it’s time to start fixing rates. But how do we know for sure that the right time is approaching?
Alex Ritchie -
24 May, 2022 -
5 min read
How to use equity to buy investment property
Are you watching others around you build their property portfolios and wondering how to buy your own investment property without blowing all your savings? If you own a home, you could harness the power of your home equity to get a kick start.
Alex Ritchie -
24 May, 2022 -
4 min read
What is a home loan package?
A home loan package may offer a variety of benefits – but it can come with a price. It’s worth understanding the advantages and risks of a home loan package before you sign on the dotted line.
Alex Ritchie -
23 May, 2022 -
4 min read
Selecting the right home loan
Let’s explore what factors are important to compare when searching for your best home loan option, and how to easily compare home loans and create a short list that suits your needs.
Alex Ritchie -
23 May, 2022 -
4 min read