As a first home buyer, one of the first questions you’ll likely ask is: “How much can I borrow?” But a better question to start with is: “How much should I borrow?” What you can borrow Banks assess your borrowing power based on your income, expenses, debts, dependants, and credit...
Crucial step first home buyers can often overlook
As a first home buyer, you’ve saved a deposit. You’ve been trawling realestate.com.au. You’re emotionally prepared to bid… But there’s one crucial step that many first-time buyers skip—and it can make the difference between buying smart or getting stuck. Let’s break it down. The most overlooked step: Get a pre-approval...
Funding Business Growth Without the Stress
How to Scale Your Business with the Right Finance Growth is exciting—but it also comes with one big question: how do you fund it without putting unnecessary strain on your business? Whether you’re hiring staff, increasing inventory, investing in marketing, or expanding into new markets, scaling requires capital. Fortunately, there...
Securing a Home Loan Without a Traditional 9-to-5
For many Australians, homeownership is a major financial goal. But if you're self-employed, a freelancer, or working in the gig economy, securing a home loan without a traditional job can feel like an uphill battle. Without the stability of a full-time salary, traditional lenders may view you as a higher-risk...
Your Guide To Borrowing Power
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but let’s be real—it can also feel a little overwhelming. With so much information out there, it’s easy to get lost in the jargon. One of the most important things to understand before diving into the property market is your borrowing power—a...
Should I Consider Short-Term Finance for My Business?
Running a business often feels like a juggling act. You’re constantly balancing growth opportunities, unexpected expenses, and cash flow challenges. In moments like these, short-term financing can serve as a crucial lifeline. But is it the right choice for your business? What is short-term business financing? Short-term financing refers to...
Unlock Cash Flow with Invoice Financing
If cash flow gaps are impacting your day-to-day operations, invoice financing may be the solution you’re looking for. Instead of counting down the days until payment is due, this financing option can bridge the gap and keep your business running smoothly. It’s not as commonly used here in Australia, but...
How to Secure Funds for Your Business Purchase
For many aspiring business owners, the journey to purchasing a business begins with the daunting task of securing the necessary funds. As of June 30th, 2023, there was just shy of 1 business owner for every 10 Australians—a testament to the noble pursuit of entrepreneurship, offering flexibility, financial freedom, and...
Reverse Mortgage
As we journey through life, our needs evolve, and sometimes, financial constraints can feel like a roadblock to achieving our goals. Luckily, for Australians over 60 who own their own homes, there is a financial lifeline that can provide relief: a reverse mortgage. But what is it, and could it...
The Role of a Business Plan in Securing Financial Support
Most small to medium businesses in Australia require financial support at some point in their journey. Whether those funds are required to kick-start your endeavours or to help your existing business grow there is a crucial document they all need to access finance. Enter the business plan, an essential tool...