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Car Loans

What’s the difference between a car lease and a hire purchase?

Are you looking for a car you can own or do you need one for a limited time? Learn the difference between a car lease and a hire purchase.

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Jodie Humphries -

23 Dec, 2021 -

4 min read

Car Insurance

Car insurance before buying a used car

Insuring a car before you buy it is often recommended, especially if the car is a used car. Find out how you can do it.

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Jodie Humphries -

22 Dec, 2021 -

4 min read

Home Loans

Finalising your purchase after mortgage pre-approval

Getting a mortgage pre-approval is an important step in your home buying journey. Find out the next steps after getting a pre-approved mortgage.

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Jodie Humphries -

20 Dec, 2021 -

3 min read

Home Loans

What are the advantages and disadvantages of paying off your mortgage?

You’re probably looking forward to the day when you no longer need to repay your mortgage. While you could pay it off early, you should also consider the pros and cons of paying off a mortgage.

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Jodie Humphries -

20 Dec, 2021 -

3 min read

Car Loans

Should you purchase your car with bank loan or dealer finance?

Buying a new car is exciting, but choosing a payment route isn’t always easy. The two most common finance options are auto loans or dealership finance. Let’s explore the differences between the two options.

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Jodie Humphries -

17 Dec, 2021 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Calculating the market value of a property

When you’re buying, selling or refinancing, it’s handy to know how to calculate the market value of a property. Getting an estimate will help with the next steps.

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Jodie Humphries -

16 Dec, 2021 -

4 min read

Cryptocurrency

What is an Initial Coin Offering (ICO)?

Businesses are exploring new and innovative ways to raise funds. One of these includes capitalising on the interest in cryptocurrency and initial coin offerings (ICO).

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Jodie Humphries -

16 Dec, 2021 -

2 min read

Home Loans

What is a home loan settlement and how does it work?

When you’re taking out a loan to buy a house, the process is completed with the home loan settlement. What does this involve, and how do you need to prepare?

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Jodie Humphries -

16 Dec, 2021 -

3 min read

Car Loans

Can I get a loan against my car?

Are you planning to take out a personal loan? You may be able to get a loan using your car as security.

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Jodie Humphries -

13 Dec, 2021 -

6 min read

Home Loans

How to beat the banks on mortgages?

Are you paying a substantial amount to the bank for your mortgage? There are a few ways you can pay less or finish it sooner. 

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Jodie Humphries -

24 Nov, 2021 -

4 min read