“How much can I borrow?” It’s a question I get asked all the time… and it’s the wrong one. The right one is: “How much should I borrow.” Because, even though mortgage regulators are cracking down on how much banks are lending, chances are they will still extend you too much. And it’s tempting, when you’ve found…
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Ready to buy a property? You’ll need to show the seller you have enough money. For most people, this will mean getting a loan, and the first step to getting one is obtaining pre-approval for it. Pre-approval – also known as conditional approval or approval in principle – is an indication from a lender as…
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For previous generations of home owners, taking out a mortgage often meant sticking with the same loan and lender for the full term. Not so these days. In the 12 months ended August 2017 for instance, over 200,000 Australians refinanced their home loan[1]. These sorts of numbers make it logical to ask “why refinance your…
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Trust Formation Do you feel you’re paying too much in tax? Many businesses do and aren’t sure what to do about it. Legal tax avoidance is a complex field best left to Religare Tax Accountants. One interesting option is through the use of trust, an organisational structure that offers many benefits including tax savings. Tax…
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First Home Buyer Cheat Sheet: 10 Tips To Buying Your First Home So you’re going to take the plunge into real estate ownership. Congratulations! You’ve just made a smart decision in securing your financial future. Let me help you with my top 10 tips for buying your first home. 1. Decide what you can afford…
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When you are applying for a loan, the first thing lenders will do is check your credit score – and this will have a strong impact on their ultimate decision. So what is your credit score and how do you maintain a good score that will impress lenders? The five elements of your credit score…
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A mortgage or finance broker acts as your go-between, communicating with banks and lenders on your behalf, in order to secure the best deal for your circumstances. With approximately 40% of home loan applications being turned down, you can benefit from a broker to ensure that your application is sent to the right lender. However,…
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