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3/06/2008 |
Your insurance when good times go bad
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Taking out a home loan is a major financial commitment. But what happens when you lose your job or sickness strikes? Chances are you could default on your home loan and have your house taken away. Dixie Clough shows how to keep your income and your mortgage going
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3/06/2008 |
Changes in the economy: Protecting yourself
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We’ve just been hit with yet another rate rise; there may be more on the way. Never fear – Chris Gray shows how you can insure yourself against changes in the economy or property market and be prepared for anything
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2/05/2008 |
How you can afford a bigger and more expensive house
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Homebuyers who are struggling with falling housing affordability will have yet another option to help them gain entry to the elusive property market. The innovative Equity Finance Mortgage (EFM) is just one of a host of products aimed at addressing the worsening affordability issues of would-be buyers.
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24/04/2008 |
Mortgage fees – how to minimise them
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Fierce competition between lenders has prompted the proliferation of various mortgage products and an even greater array of fees, rates and features accompanying them. We show you how to minimise the charges and avoid being stung by the extra expenses
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1/04/2008 |
Should borrowers take fixed interest rates?
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Recent rapid interest rate rises have badly affected homeowners with variable rate mortgages, seeing repayments shoot up. With more rate hikes expected, the big question is whether borrowers should risk higher repayments or bite the bullet and pay a premium on fixed rate loans
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1/04/2008 |
10 tips for avoiding bad investment schemes
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While investing in property is generally considered a safe bet, there are dangers for the unwary investor. Property School professor Peter Koulizos looks at the dark side of the property investment market and shows how to avoid being stung by scammers.
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22/02/2008 |
How to choose the best home loan?
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Getting the right home loan the first time could save you thousands of dollars in repayments, fees and interest. Here’s how to choose the home loan most suited to your needs
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12/02/2008 |
Buying your first home - The easy way
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While the decision to buy a home is pretty simple, actually getting the right house at the right price, with the right finance in place, is easier said than done. Nick Yates and Genavieve Zoeller present your ultimate guide to buying your first home
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17/01/2008 |
Top 10 Home Buying Mistakes to Avoid
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There are many mistakes which buyers naturally come across when purchasing a home, but they can be very easily avoided - here are some tips.
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9/10/2007 |
Understanding stamp duty
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Stamp Duty one of the big upfront costs in buying a house. What is it, why do you need to pay it and what discounts are available to first-time buyers?
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4/07/2007 |
Taxing issues: Capital Gains Tax
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If you’re going to invest in properties, you have to understand the ins and outs of capital gains. Familiarity with this complex tax system can help you weigh up whether to sell your properties now or later. Grant Thornton’s Tax Partner John Ross explains.
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29/09/2006 |
First homebuyers: Choosing a home loan
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Unless you’re extremely lucky and hit the lotto jackpot, or have the good fortune of being wealthy, chances are you’re going to need a mortgage to buy that home you’ve been dreaming about.
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29/09/2006 |
First homebuyers: Your First Home
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“Take into account any family considerations, whether you plan to start a family in the near term. If one partner takes time off work to raise a child, this situation could put a strain on your income”Gino Marra, CEO, Carrington National.
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29/09/2006 |
Commercial property: Mixing business with pleasure
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“Most people like to have a mortgage on a commercial asset because they are still emotionally reserved about securing a commercial mortgage on the family home” Richard Aulsebrook, Morgan Brooks Direct.
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