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Mark Bristow

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Personal Loans

What is a line of credit?

A line of credit may offer an alternative to borrowers looking to get cash without some of the traditional restrictions of a personal loan.

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Mark Bristow -

20 Jan, 2025 -

7 min read

Home Loans

What happens to a home loan when someone dies?

Learn what happens to a home loan when a borrower dies, who inherits the debt, and the options beneficiaries have for managing or repaying the mortgage.

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Mark Bristow -

17 Jan, 2025 -

4 min read

Home Loans

Five ways to make money from property in 2025

Here are some of the ways you could potentially make money from property this year, as well as some of the risks and challenges to watch out for in the current market.

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Mark Bristow -

17 Jan, 2025 -

7 min read

Home Loans

How high will rates go? Here's what experts think about the RBA cash rate

The Reserve Bank of Australia was forecast to make at least one cut to the cash rate this year. Here's when the experts predict it could happen.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Jan, 2025 -

5 min read

Home Loans

When will interest rates go down?

The Reserve Bank of Australia has hiked the cash rate multiple times since May 2022, resulting in home loan rates rising across the country. Millions of Australian homeowners are likely asking themselves: when will interest rates fall again?

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Mark Bristow -

15 Jan, 2025 -

6 min read

Home Loans

Getting a mortgage for an international property

Buying an overseas property could offer different opportunities and benefits to buying in Australia, but there are also risks and complications involved.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Jan, 2025 -

4 min read

Home Loans

Can you have two home loans on one property?

It is possible to have two loans on a commercial or residential property. But before you take out a second mortgage, be informed about the advantages and disadvantages.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Jan, 2025 -

4 min read

Car Loans

How to get a car loan and increase your chances of being approved

Applying for a car loan can sometimes be more overwhelming than buying the car itself, with all the research and paperwork involved. And even once you’re ready to apply for a car loan, there’s no guarantee that your application for car finance will be approved.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Jan, 2025 -

9 min read

Car Loans

What happens if you trade in a financed car?

Trading in a financed car is possible, but you may need the car loan lender’s permission before taking any action.

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Mark Bristow -

08 Jan, 2025 -

6 min read

Home Loans

What do mortgage lenders look for in bank statements?

It’s a good idea to know what lenders are actually looking for when they go over your bank statements as part of a home loan application.

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Mark Bristow -

08 Jan, 2025 -

8 min read