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Home Loan Variable: 5.38% (6.14%*) • Home Loan Fixed: 5.44% (6.26%*) • Fixed: 5.44% (6.26%*) • Variable: 5.38% (6.14%*) • Investment IO: 5.84% (7.27%*) • Investment PI: 5.84% (6.19%*)

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#87 Borrow Smart Series – Casual Employment and Home Loans: What You Need to Know

Securing a Loan with a Casual Job: Navigating the Challenges In today’s dynamic job market, casual employment has become increasingly common. While this type of work offers flexibility, it can present challenges when applying for a home loan. However, with the right approach and documentation, securing a loan with a

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#86 Borrow Smart Series – Split Loans: Combining Fixed and Variable Rate

Split Loans: Balancing Stability and Flexibility in Your Mortgage In the ever-changing landscape of home loans, borrowers often find themselves torn between the security of fixed-rate loans and the potential benefits of variable-rate options. Split loans offer a compelling solution, allowing you to divide your mortgage between fixed and variable rates. This hybrid approach

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#85 Borrow Smart Series – Managing Loan Repayments in Tough Times: Your Options

Managing Financial Hardship: Navigating Loan Repayments in Challenging Times Financial hardship can strike unexpectedly, impacting your ability to meet loan repayments and potentially jeopardising your financial stability. Whether due to job loss, medical emergencies, or unforeseen expenses, it’s crucial to understand the options available to you and take proactive steps

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#84 Borrow Smart Series – Offset Accounts: Maximising Your Mortgage Savings

Offset Accounts: Maximising Your Mortgage Savings In the world of home loans, offset accounts have emerged as a powerful tool for savvy borrowers looking to reduce their interest costs and manage their finances more effectively. By linking your savings account to your mortgage, an offset account can provide significant benefits that go beyond simple

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#83 Borrow Smart Series – Low Deposit Loans: Buying a Home with Less Upfront Cash

Low Deposit Home Loans: Making Homeownership More Accessible For many aspiring homeowners, saving a traditional 20% deposit can be a significant hurdle on the path to property ownership. Low deposit home loans offer a solution, making it possible to enter the property market sooner with a smaller upfront cost. Let’s

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#82 Borrow Smart Series – Debt-to-Income Ratio: A Key Factor in Loan Approval

Understanding and Optimising Your Debt-to-Income Ratio for Loan Approval When applying for a home loan, one of the most critical factors lenders consider is your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio. This financial metric plays a crucial role in determining your ability to manage monthly payments and repay your loan. Understanding your DTI

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#81 Borrow Smart Series – Credit Inquiries and Your Score: What You Need to Know

Credit Inquiries and Your Credit Score: What You Need to Know Understanding how credit inquiries affect your credit score is crucial for maintaining a healthy financial profile, especially when you’re in the market for a home loan. Credit inquiries, while necessary for lenders to assess your creditworthiness, can have varying impacts on

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#80 Borrow Smart Series – Securing Low-Interest Rates: Tips to Qualify

Securing a Low-Interest Rate: Strategies to Save on Your Home Loan In the world of home loans, even a small difference in interest rates can translate to thousands of dollars saved over the life of your mortgage. Qualifying for a low-interest rate is a goal that every borrower should strive for, as

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Kelvin Mason

Your Home, Your Rules: The Power of Pro-active Loan Monitoring

Dominate Your Mortgage with Smart Tech and Savvy Brokers As a consumer, if you want to get a better interest % rate or access your equity, you need to find the loan products across the many lenders that are available to you. But many consumers simply don’t have the time to do

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General
Kelvin Mason

Open Banking – What is it and how might it benefit borrowers

Consumer Data Right (CDR) CDR has a clear vision of giving the consumer more control over their banking data, to achieve greater choice, convenience and confidence in their selection of financial products and services. The consumer’s data that is shared, and therefore it is the consumer who should benefit. Open

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#79 Borrow Smart Series – Off-the-Plan Property Loans: Financing Future Homes

Financing Off-the-Plan Properties: Navigating the Unique Challenges Purchasing an off-the-plan property can be an exciting opportunity to secure a brand new home or investment property. However, financing these types of purchases involves unique steps and considerations that differ from buying an existing property. Understanding these nuances is crucial for potential

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Top 100 Questions Borrowers Ask Brokers About Home or Investment Property Loans
Kelvin Mason

#78 Borrow Smart Series – Pre-Approval vs. Full Approval: Understanding the Differences

Pre-Approval vs. Full Approval: Understanding the Loan Process When embarking on your home buying journey, understanding the difference between pre-approval and full approval is crucial. These two stages in the loan process serve different purposes and offer varying levels of certainty. Let’s delve into the key aspects of pre-approval and full approval,

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Example Multiple Banks (Fixed)
Interest*
5.69%
Comparison*
6.04%
   
5.69%
6.31%
   
5.69%
6.37%
   
5.74%
5.99%
   
Example Multiple Banks Variable)
Interest*
5.38%
Comparison*
6.14%
   
5.88%
6.07%
   
5.94%
6.39%
   
5.99%
6.00%
   
Example BIg-4 Only (Variable)
Interest*
5.38%
Comparison*
6.14%
   
5.68%
6.26%
   
5.88%
6.07%
   
5.88%
6.25%
   
Example Invest Products (IO)
Interest*
5.89%
Comparison*
6.44%
   
5.89%
6.49%
   
5.99%
6.47%
   
5.99%
7.55%