By Brad Martin, Financial Advisor Clients often ask us if they should pay extra off their home loan or put money into an investment. Which one would be better from a tax and wealth building point of view? Sometimes the answer is both. This is the basis for a strategy called Debt Recycling. What is debt? Debt […]
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The types of debt we have largely depends on our age and stage in life. For most of us, having debt in some form or another is an inescapable fact of life. And despite its reputation, debt is not necessarily a dirty word. If managed well, it can be a powerful tool to build wealth, […]
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By David Baruffi, Financial Advisor If you’re looking for a creative way to overcome being locked out of the property market by rising prices, buying a house with a group of friends may be a solution. It can also be a minefield though, so here’s how to avoid a blast. While the excitement of banding […]
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By David Baruffi, Financial Adviser Reducing the life of your loan isn’t difficult; there are many simple things you can do to cut years off your mortgage. 3 tips that will help you be mortgage-free sooner than planned 1. Small extra repayments One of the most obvious ways to pay off your home loan quicker is […]
Read "How to pay off your mortgage faster and save dollars"By David Baruffi, Financial Advisor Purchasing a property is a thrilling yet nerve-wracking experience, which is why it can be handy to surround yourself with a network of support and expertise. Here are the different parties who may be involved in your home-buying process and how you can use this valuable knowledge base to answer […]
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By Casey Shaw, Financial Advisor So you want to buy your first home but aren’t sure what you need to do to make sure you are ready? It is part of the great Australian dream to own your home. We have set out a list of 6 tips you can do now to start planning […]
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By Casey Shaw, Financial Advisor Are you looking at buying your first home at some point this year? If you’ve never been through the process of buying your first home you may be wondering what actually happens. Here are 9 key steps involved in buying your first home and some important things to consider: 1. Determine […]
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By replacing your existing loan with a new one, you could take advantage of a better deal. Even if you secured a competitive package when you first took out your home loan, it’s worth reviewing each year1 to ensure the interest rates, fees and features continue to meet your needs. With interest rates also at […]
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By Kate Beaumont, Mortgage Broker Buying a property off the plan can come with a number of incentives: government grants and building bonuses to help boost the construction industry, a lock-in price for the current market value, potential for capital gains, tax advantages and a seven-year builder’s guarantee. Off the plan purchases tend to be […]
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Housing matters a lot in Australia. Having a house on a quarter acre block is part of the “Aussie dream”. Housing is a popular investment destination. And the housing cycle is a key component of the economic cycle and closely connected to interest rate movements. But in the last 15 years or so it has […]
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