Decisions decisions… Fixed-rate vs variable home loan rate

By: Bishnu Aryal

Amid growing expectations of rate cuts in 2025, sticking with a variable home loan rate can seem like a no-brainer. But not so fast. Locking in your home loan...

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House, apartment or townhouse? The pros and cons of each

By: Bishnu Aryal

There’s much more to property in Australia than just houses or units. And if you’re in the market for a home or investment property, it helps to know your...

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Three financial New Year’s resolutions to tackle 2025 head-on

By: Bishnu Aryal

How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? If you’re like most people, they’re likely related to health, fitness or abstinence. But why not consider a financial one too?...

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Thinking of installing a swimming pool for summer?

By: Bishnu Aryal

There are few better ways to beat the heat than floating in your very own pool. With a range of price points to choose from, a pool can be...

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Do you really need a building inspection?

By: Bishnu Aryal

Your home is possibly the most valuable asset you will ever own. So it’s worth taking precautions to help ensure you buy a place that has a clean bill...

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How to nail a home loan if you’re self-employed

By: Bishnu Aryal

It’s the great Australian dream for many: giving the 9-to-5 grind the flick and running your own show. But when it comes to taking out a home loan, being...

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What’s going on with negative gearing?

By: Bishnu Aryal

Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? We explain how negative gearing works, why it’s so popular among...

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How long it takes to save a deposit (and how to fast-track it)

By: Bishnu Aryal

Planning to buy your first home? It takes (on average) about five to six years to save a deposit at present. But who's got the patience to save for...

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Why 9 out of 10 first-home buyers use a mortgage broker

By: Bishnu Aryal

Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights rack and started busting out squats. Well, it turns...

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TikTok vs talking to your broker? It’s no contest

By: Bishnu Aryal

TikTok and Instagram reels are fun, fast and free – but it’s important to be picky about whose content you’re viewing, especially if you’re in the market for a...

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