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Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Why spring brings out the home buyers
Do you have a home loan? If you're thinking about refinancing in order to buy or are looking to sell, it pays to understand why buyers come out in spring.
Home Loans
12 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
First home buyer numbers diminish, record lows!
The number of first-time buyers taking out mortgages has dipped, but why?
Home Loans
07 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
How your home loan can earn you free travel
Are you thinking of taking out a home loan? Many lenders are offering sweet travel deals when you borrow to buy. Purchasing a home could lead to an exotic holiday.
Home Loans
07 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
Housing a growing family
Complete a home loan comparison when buying a property for a growing family, and follow these tips when searching for the perfect house.
Home Loans
04 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Property exaggerations infuriate home buyers
Are you tossing up between investment funds and rental properties? Many Australians are feeling confident about buying real estate, but there are a few peeves.
Home Loans
04 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
Video: Record low interest rates hold! September RBA Wrap
Laine Lister chats with Peter Arnold, Product Director of RateCity.com.au, about the latest RBA rates hold announcement and the current record low interest rates.
Home Loans
02 Sep, 2014
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
How to handle a bad tenant in your investment property
Are you planning for retirement and buying a SMSF rental property? Here's what to do if you get a troublesome tenant - understand your state's tenancy laws!
Home Loans
31 Aug, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
Is now the time to buy property?
Use a home loan calculator to work out how much you can borrow, but pay close attention to the future of Australia's low cash rates, too.
Home Loans
28 Aug, 2014
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Renting vs. buying: the costs and fees
When tossing up whether to take out a home loan or stay in the renting game, there are a number of factors to ponder. Which option is cheaper?
Home Loans
20 Aug, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
How to buy property: A step-by-step guide
From securing a home loan to obtaining building reports, there are plenty of steps involved when buying a humble abode.
Home Loans
20 Aug, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
Ways to add a touch of luxury to your home
Do you love the idea of luxury property but hate the price tag? Build up your savings account then complete some luxury home tweaks.
Home Loans
14 Aug, 2014
3 min read
Kate Wick
Why you should listen to your gut first, then your lender
Using a home loan calculator will help you find out how much you'll pay on your mortgage over the years. But have you considered what would happen if interest rates soared?
Home Loans
13 Aug, 2014
4 min read
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