If you’re on the hunt for a new home, the term ‘borrowing capacity’ is something you’ll want to familiarise yourself with. It’s a crucial factor in the world of home loans, so let’s dive into what it means, how lenders determine it, and how it affects your finance application. What...
Buying Off The Plan? Here’s What You Need To Know
Buying off the plan can be an appealing prospect for both homebuyers and investors, offering personalisation, potential savings, and a turnkey property. It's important to note that property purchases may not always proceed as expected. Each purchase comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages that should be carefully...
What first home buyers need to know about lender’s mortgage insurance
Australian property prices might be falling, but getting on the property ladder can still be challenging. The biggest hurdle? Saving a 20% deposit – which can take years of scrimping, particularly if you’re paying rent simultaneously. However, if you are prepared to pay lender’s mortgage insurance (LMI), you might be...
Now might be first home buyers’ best chance to break into the market
It’s not been called the great Australian dream for nothing. But in recent years, buying your first home has become increasingly harder. The biggest challenge? Saving a deposit – with the most recent ANZ CoreLogic Housing Affordability Report finding it takes, on average, more than 11 years for a first...
First home loan deposit scheme – in simple terms
So we heard on the radio today that over 70% of Aussies see homeownership for first home buyers as almost impossible nowadays. And it makes sense. Now to be fair, we're not sure if it’s actually home prices that are the issue or stagnant wages. Perhaps a bit of both?...
What is Rentvesting – and why should you consider it?
It’s disheartening if you’ve been priced out of the property market where you want to live. Even if you’re prepared to compromise on location, it can still be hard to buy your first home in Australia, thanks to soaring property prices. But don’t give up on your homeownership dreams just...