Finance

The COVID-19 crisis hit Jeremy Fleming and his company Stagekings harder and faster than most other businesses.

With restrictions easing, we are slowly seeing the return of potential buyers attending live auctions and viewings which means there is more competition when it comes to selling your home. test

Working with mortgage brokers offers you access to an array of home loan products and lenders. However, you may be wary of the fees your broker charges. This breakdown will tell you everything you need to know.

A bad credit report could prevent you from accessing home loan products. All is not lost though, as there are several things you can do to repair your credit.

Australian credit history files are maintained by VEDA. On request, VEDA will provide a copy of your credit history to yourself or any third party you authorise.

Fintech companies are leading the digital revolution. From splitting the bill with friends to buying your first home, fintechs are disrupting traditional models to bring customers a better user experience. Here are six local disruptors to look out for.

Your home loan is likely going to be the biggest debt you have in your life. Getting it repaid quickly frees up your money for other things.

Most Australians think they’ll own their homes outright by the time they retire, but a new report details how mortgage debt among older Australians blew out by 600% between 1987 and 2015.

As the COVID-19 crisis subdues the economy, many people are losing their jobs or having their hours and incomes cut. Fortunately, the government is offering financial assistance to help people through the tough times. Here’s what you need to know.

Will investors continue to slay in 2018 or is it finally the time for first home buyers to capture a piece of the property market?

“Oftentimes our conveyancer was atrocious with her availability and guiding us as first home owners through the process, so UNO would act in that role.”

With our states in and out of lockdown, and many of us spending more time at home, Aussies have been rushing to 'spring clean' their home loan. Why? Because Aussies are realising that staying just a little more active on their home loan can mean some seriously big savings.

A changing industry presents opportunities to review the way brokers deliver ongoing value to customers, says UNO CEO Anthony Justice.

So the interest-only term on your mortgage is about to end? Let’s look at your options

Changing interest rates can come back to hurt you if you have a standard variable rate home loan. A split mortgage offers a middle-ground, but you need to keep a few things in mind before applying for one.

If you are suffering financial hardship as a result of the coronavirus pandemic you are allowed to withdraw $10,000 before June 30 and another $10,000 between July 1 and September 24 out of your superannuation account to help you through the hard times.

You may have multiple options available to you when looking for a home loan – which can make it difficult to choose the right one.

The Block winners Shannon and Simon Vos know a great deal about homes and renovating but admitted they weren’t so savvy when it came to home loans.

The idea of moving to greener pastures and setting up a hobby farm may appeal to you. However, it’s often difficult to finance the venture. You may find that many lenders won’t offer you a standard home loan for your hobby farm.

How much a lender will let you borrow varies from bank to bank, but it will broadly depend on your income, living expenses, existing loan repayments as well as a few other variables.