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Loans are by no means ‘one size fits all.’ Different loan types suit different age groups, different living situations and even different attitudes to money.
A common trap some home-owners fall into is to consider a mortgage ‘set and forget’. You did your research, shopped around, found the right option and now you’re reluctant to revisit the process Read More
Confused about the ins and outs of mortgage refinancing? There are two key considerations when you’re looking at taking the step – why and how. Here, we examine both.
A home loan is generally a long-term proposition, but in some situations it can be suitable to refinance your mortgage. Refinancing involves taking out a new mortgage and using those funds to pay off your exis Read More
Ten tips when buying an investment property
1. What do you want to achieve?
Understanding your objectives is key to finding the right investment property. The actual property itself is never the end goal when it comes to investment – it’s the financial element that you’re really concerned about.
First and foremost, decide what your end goal Read More
There’s an old saying that you should never judge a book by its cover, and this is true for houses – after all, who would buy one having never seen more than the front door? Open inspections are opportunities to really flick through the pages, and here’s how to take full advantage.
Really use your senses
Sniff, peer, listen and feel as much as you can. Your nose might Read More
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